ELLIS BARFIELD

• Lead operations of a full-scale anaerobic wastewater treatment system, driving process stability and performance.
• Direct daily lab analysis and process monitoring to maintain compliance and optimize treatment efficiency.
• Conducted sampling and testing of wastewater to verify compliance with quality standards.
• Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations related to wastewater discharge standards.
• Conducted routine inspections of treatment facilities, identifying and addressing operational inefficiencies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues across pumps, blowers, and treatment processes.
• Oversaw water distribution and flow management (GPD) to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Operated and maintained wastewater treatment equipment and systems effectively.
• Implement preventative maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Manage hazardous waste programs, ensuring safe handling and regulatory adherence.
• Maintained accurate logs of operations, maintenance, and repairs performed on equipment.
• Compiled and maintained data and records for permit reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and plant safety standards.
• Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or field sampling results to identify trends in water quality issues.
• City Brewing Company is involved in the production and management of beverages, with a focus on wastewater treatment and water management.

• City Brewing Company is involved in the production and management of beverages, with a focus on wastewater treatment and water management.
• Supervised wastewater treatment operations and ensured compliance with environmental regulations.
• Operated and adjusted treatment systems to maintain compliance and performance standards.
• Monitored system performance and performed routine maintenance on treatment equipment.
• Supported water and wastewater treatment operations, including process control and system optimization.
• Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements in wastewater systems.
• Coordinated with local agencies to ensure regulatory compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Managed chemical inventory and ensured safe handling in wastewater treatment operations.
• Performed daily inspections of wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities to ensure optimal operation.

Assisted in operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment facilities.

• Executed leak detection on municipal water systems using acoustic monitoring equipment.
• Inspected, maintained, and repaired water distribution infrastructure to ensure integrity.
• Operated and maintained wastewater treatment processes in compliance with regulations.
• Installed, calibrated, and maintained water meters, conducting accurate meter readings.
• Performed routine valve exercising and preventative maintenance for distribution system components.
• Documented daily operations and maintenance activities to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborated with public works staff and contractors on infrastructure repairs.

• Southwest Processors specializes in wastewater treatment and management, focusing on operational efficiency and compliance.
• Enhanced treatment efficiency through targeted process adjustments and comprehensive water quality analysis.
• Supervised plant operations, enhancing staff leadership, scheduling, and process performance.
• Led training initiatives, compliance reporting, and management of hazardous waste programs to ensure regulatory adherence.