Eric F Baeza
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Experienced Water Treatment Plant Operator Lead with 6+ years in field. Excellent problem-solving, planning and multitasking abilities in utility management. Consistently monitors influent quality, volume and processing to achieve outstanding results in water quality. I am a focused plant operations leader committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations. I have worked at the City of Prescott treatment plant, were there is a Digesters as well as different methods of treatment. I am well versed in biological Nutrient Removal systems such as Aeration Basin and Oxidation Ditch methods. I oversea the wastewater treatment plant operators and utility workers at the Prescott Sundog wastewater plant, and also the lab results and make appropriate adjustments to keep the plant running smoothly and keeping it in compliance. I am also well versed in centrifuge and belt press dewatering methods.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Wastewater Treatment Plant Lead
City Of Prescott
10.2017 - Current
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
- Oversaw plant treatment unit process, immediately identifying and mitigating treatment process issues.
- Implemented process changes.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by ADEQ.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Trained laboratory and operations personnel in public water system maintenance, analytical procedures and data reporting.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Built and executed formulas and generated charts in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet applications.
- Demonstrated capability for wet chemistry techniques by meeting quality control requirements, laboratory SOP and client specifications.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
Wastewater Collections
City Of Prescott
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Operated heavy Machinery for wastewater line repairs
- Operated Vactor trucks
- Camera lines and recommended repairs.
- Worked on service crew doing any kind of sewer line repairs.
- Trouble shoot pumps and lift stations
Periodical Maintenance Technician
Ruger Firearms
04.2010 - 08.2015
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
Foreman
NPL
12.2004 - 04.2010
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
Education
Wastewater Treatment
Adeq Wastewater Treatment Grade 1
Wastewater Collections
ADEQ Waste Water Collections Grade 2
Water Distribution
ADEQ Water Distribution Grade1
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School
San Bernardino, CA12.2004
Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Safety Procedures
- Analyzing Water Quality
- Inventory Management
- Plant Maintenance
- Report Writing
- Raw Materials Handling
- Operational Data Assessment
- System Calibration
- Plant Identification
- Solving Problems
- OSHA Regulations Knowledge
- Chemical Feed Systems
- OSHA Standards
- Preventive Maintenance
- SCADA Operations Knowledge
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- Controls Monitoring
- Peer Training
- Spill Containment
- Operation Records Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Excellent Hand-Eye Coordination
- Chemical Analysis Expertise
- Adjusting Chemical Levels
- Wastewater Engineering Knowledge
- Treatment Process trouble shooting
- Treatment operations
- Lab testing
Timeline
Wastewater Treatment Plant Lead
City Of Prescott
10.2017 - Current
Wastewater Collections
City Of Prescott
08.2015 - 08.2017
Periodical Maintenance Technician
Ruger Firearms
04.2010 - 08.2015
Foreman
NPL
12.2004 - 04.2010
Wastewater Treatment
Adeq Wastewater Treatment Grade 1
Wastewater Collections
ADEQ Waste Water Collections Grade 2
Water Distribution
ADEQ Water Distribution Grade1
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School
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