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Gabriel Reyes

La Quinta,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Environmental Compliance Inspector (ECI) offering a 4-year background conducting inspections, checking new/ existing construction plans, running a monitoring program, and training employees in the ECI field. With an additional 3-years of experience as a Collection System Operator with experience in installation, repairs, investigations, maintenance, and operations. Hardworking individual skillful in conducting accurate visual and measurement tests, and preparing and maintaining comprehensive inspection reports and records. As well as being committed to collaborating and working cross-functionally to meet all goals and needs of the entity.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Compliance Inspector-I

Coachella Valley Water District
01.2020 - Current
  • Inspects, monitors, collects samples and measures flows from industrial wastewater dischargers.
  • Investigates industrial and commercial firms to determine the nature of the business, the wastewater generating processes, magnitude, and type and strength of waste produced.
  • Analyzes the adequacy of the wastewater pretreatment processes.
  • Determines compliance with legal requirements.
  • Discusses violations with firm management and seeks corrections.
  • Investigates Public Owned Treatment Works upsets and sewer problems such as odors and overflows to determine if the problems are of an industrial origin.
  • Conducts field tests to determine sources of offending discharges.
  • Offers recommendations and prepares evidence for legal prosecution of violations.
  • Assists in preparation of enforcement actions.
  • Operates a pH meter, gas Tech, and Conductivity Meter.
  • Maintains “chain of custody” procedures.
  • Moves manhole covers, grease trap inspection lids, and sample box inspection plates to facilitate inspection and sampling.
  • Operates a district vehicle in a safe and professional manner.
  • Communicates effectively on a two-way radio.
  • Follows District rules and regulations and works effectively with others.
  • Maintains ongoing relationship with public on a day-to-day basis.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Maintains accurate records and reports.
  • Managed a Cooling Tower monitoring program, and assisted in implementing a an optimized system within a GIS database.

Collections System Operator

Coachella Valley Water District
11.2016 - 01.2020
  • Assists collection system personnel in the maintenance and repair on wet wells, manholes, grease traps, and collection lines.
  • Installs collection lines and related laterals.
  • Conduct sewer line inspections using TV camera or smoke test.
  • Excavate trenches to line and grade and perform repairs to old pipe, couplings and fittings.
  • Reads plat sheet books to locate District sanitation collection system sites.
  • May enter data or perform research on a computer.
  • Install, inspect and repair wastewater flow metering equipment.
  • Prepares and maintains accurate records, logs and reports.
  • Operates a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment including equipment used ni the roach control program.
  • Follows District safety policy and procedures. Provides traffic control when necessary.

Gym Supervisor

Boy's And Girl's Club Of Coachella
03.2014 - 11.2016
  • Developed programs to enhance physical activity and engagement of the members.
  • Maintained a positive atmosphere to help promote self-awareness, confidence, and encouragement amongst the members.
  • Organized leagues, tournaments, and teams throughout the Coachella Valley's Boy's and Girl's Clubs.
  • Prepared incident reports and provided general first aid as needed.
  • Assisted in disciplinary documents, and in determining the required action of the discipline.
  • Participated in public and community outreach programs, which included visiting schools.
  • Trained members in boxing and weight training.
  • Communicated with possible sponsors.
  • Communicated with businesses and other business contacts.
  • Communicated with parents.
  • Responded to emails and phone calls in lieu of the Director in their absence.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coachella Valley High School
Thermal
06.2012

Skills

  • Working knowledge of industrial and commercial inspection practice and procedures
  • Ability to critically think and execute tasks with accuracy
  • Plat sheets, GIS Database layers, parcel maps and spec sheet/blueprint understanding
  • General sewage systems and pretreatment device installation knowledge
  • State and Federal regulations and enforcement procedures mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency
  • Safety Data Sheets
  • Basic computer operation
  • Certified training in Traffic Control and safety procedures
  • Use of tools including power tools and the proper use of those tools
  • Safe working practices and procedures
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative setting

Certification

Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade 1 certification through California Water Environment Association.

Timeline

Environmental Compliance Inspector-I

Coachella Valley Water District
01.2020 - Current

Collections System Operator

Coachella Valley Water District
11.2016 - 01.2020

Gym Supervisor

Boy's And Girl's Club Of Coachella
03.2014 - 11.2016

High School Diploma -

Coachella Valley High School

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