Eric McClanahan
LaGrange,GA
Summary
Experienced operations and wastewater treatment professional with over 15 years in industrial, power plant, and environmental roles. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize processes, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver safe, efficient operations. Certified Wildland Firefighter and Qualified Coal Power Plant Operator with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Wastewater Lead
John Soules Foods
06.2022 - Current
- - Lead wastewater treatment operations, ensuring all plant water discharges meet environmental standards.
- - Regulate equipment, perform sampling and lab testing, maintain detailed records, and adjust chemical levels.
- - Train and guide team members on safe and compliant operating procedures.
Operations
F.B.O.P Power House Detail
01.2020 - 01.2022
- - Operated and monitored facility machinery, ensuring continuous, efficient power production.
- - Oversaw critical systems including boilers, generators, and chillers, troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
Wildland Firefighter
C.D.F Wildland Fire
01.2010 - 01.2013
- - Logged 1,200+ hours in fire suppression, tree felling, and preventive backburn operations.
- - Provided support for post-fire cleanup and forest recovery efforts.
Power Plant Operator
Coal Power Plant
01.2006 - 01.2009
- - Operated equipment generating up to 250 MW of electricity for Kansas City and surrounding areas.
- - Managed equipment across 9 floors, both indoor and outdoor.
- - Completed one-year Assistant Control Room Operator training.
Customer Service
Board of Public Utilities
01.2005 - 01.2006
- - Assisted up to 300 customers daily with account services, billing inquiries, and payment arrangements.
- - Managed appointments and provided solutions to customer concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Park University
Parkville, MO01.2003
Associate of Science - Political Science
Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott, KS01.1999
Skills
- - Qualified A&C Coal Power Plant Operator
- - Certified Wildland Firefighter (Chainsaw, Pulaski, McCloud, Dragspoon)
- - OSHA Certified
- - Forklift Operator
- - Proficient with AF-3 System
- - Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- - Team leadership and motivational skills
- - Data analysis from multiple perspectives to optimize outcomes
Awards
U.S. Poultry & Egg Association – 2024 Clean Water Award
Timeline
Wastewater Lead
John Soules Foods
06.2022 - Current
Operations
F.B.O.P Power House Detail
01.2020 - 01.2022
Wildland Firefighter
C.D.F Wildland Fire
01.2010 - 01.2013
Power Plant Operator
Coal Power Plant
01.2006 - 01.2009
Customer Service
Board of Public Utilities
01.2005 - 01.2006
Associate of Science - Political Science
Fort Scott Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Park University
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