Donavon Ascencio
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
A seasoned water and wastewater operator with a distinguished history of operational and maintenance success. My leadership abilities are well-established, consistently demonstrated through team leadership selections by my peers, and recognized by management and colleagues for expertise and reliability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Operator
City of Elkhart
Elkhart, IN
09.2014 - Current
- Served as liaison for operational safety, collaborating with departments to develop employee safeguarding solutions.
- Served as in-house SCADA manager.
- Generated SCADA reports.
- Facilitated resolution of SCADA issues for management.
- Held interim supervisory position for year and a half.
- Processed payroll in Paycor.
- Provided guidance to enhance the skills of newly hired operators.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Negotiated labor contracts.
- Help facilitate better communication between co-workers.
Operator
Elkhart Environmental Processing
Elkhart, IN
01.2006 - Current
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Performed equipment maintenance and fabricated needed elements.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
Emergency Service Counselor
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
Goshen, IN
03.2010 - 05.2013
- Completed client intake forms and facilitated client admissions.
- Provided de-escalation services for both child and adult clients, often assuming a leadership role.
Education
Goshen High School
Skills
Leadership capabilities
Detailed oriented
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Organized
Bilingual
Experienced in both maintenance and operations
Critical thinking skills
Hazardous materials handling
Strong in mathematics
Prepared reports for management
Certification
- Class IV Wastewater Certification
- WT 3 Water Certification
- DSL Water Certification
Timeline
Utility Operator
City of Elkhart
09.2014 - Current
Emergency Service Counselor
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
03.2010 - 05.2013
Operator
Elkhart Environmental Processing
01.2006 - Current
Goshen High School