Jessee Walker
Raleigh Water
Creedmoor,NC
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Dynamic Plant Operations Superintendent with expertise in safety compliance, operational efficiency, and employee development. Proven track record in managing complex operations and leading cross-functional teams to drive improvements.
Work History
Plant Operations Superintendent
9 Years- Manage all dewatering operations, Water Quality, Emergency management, and ISO.
- Work with consultants on PERs, design of CIP projects, construction progress meetings, and shutdowns for tie ins.
- ORC for NPDES permits and moved to designated permitee authority for those permits.
- Sanitary survey inspections for compliance with permits.
WTP Facility Manager
9 Years- Facility Manager of the DE Benton WTP. Oversaw maintenance operations, and compliance with State and Federal regulations.
- Developed RFPs, Bid specifications, contracts, permit renewals, and policies.
- Oversaw construction and startup of the treatment plant.
- Coordinated vendor contracts and managed procurement processes for facility-related services and materials.
Operations Supervisor
3 Years 4 Months- Operations Supervisor of GG Hill WTP and EM Johnson WTP.
- Managed scheduling and staffing for optimal resource allocation and efficiency.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and improve service delivery.
- Coordinated plant shutdowns for construction projects.
Chief WTP Operator
10 Months- Operated the G.G. Hill WTP including raw water pumps, flocculation, sedimentation, filters, chemicals, finished water pumps, distribution pumps, lab, monthly reports, sludge disposal, lagoon NPDES discharge, and NPDES reports.
- Trained new operators on equipment use and operational procedures to enhance team capability.
- ORC of NPDES Permit.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operational activities and equipment usage.
Senior WTP Operator
1 Year- Operated the G.G. Hill WTP including raw water pumps, flocculation, sedimentation, filters, chemicals, finished water pumps, distribution pumps, lab, monthly reports, sludge disposal, lagoon NPDES discharge, and NPDES reports.
- ORC of NPDES permit.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety practices, and operational procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Monitored and reported equipment performance, identifying issues for timely resolution.
WTP Operator
1 Year 11 Months- Operated the G.G. Hill WTP including raw water pumps, flocculation, sedimentation, filters, chemicals, finished water pumps, distribution pumps, lab, monthly reports, sludge disposal, lagoon NPDES discharge, and NPDES reports.
- Assisted in implementing operational procedures for improved facility use.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment operation techniques.
- Enhanced workflow processes to increase efficiency in daily operations.
WWTP Operator
2 Years- Operated a Grade 4 biological wastewater treatment plant including, IPS, aeration basins, clarifiers, UV disinfection, RAS, thickeners, and compliance lab.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in the implementation of best practices for waste management and recycling initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational processes and enhance service delivery.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Operations management
Safety compliance
Operational efficiency
Maintenance coordination
Regulatory compliance
Employee development
Conflict resolution
Stakeholder engagement
Certification
A-Surface
Grade 4 Biological Wastewater
Physical/Chemical Grade 1
Total and Fecal Coliforms
Process Control Chemistry
Timeline
Plant Operations Superintendent
Raleigh Water
08.2017 - CurrentRead More
WTP Facility Manager
City of Raleigh
08.2008 - 08.2017Read More
Operations Supervisor
Town of Wake Forest / City of Raleigh
04.2005 - 08.2008Read More
Chief WTP Operator
Town of Wake Forest
05.2004 - 03.2005Read More
Senior WTP Operator
Town of Wake Forest
05.2003 - 05.2004Read More
WTP Operator
Town of Wake Forest
05.2001 - 04.2003Read More
WWTP Operator
Town of Wake Forest
04.1999 - 04.2001Read More
North Raleigh Christian Academy
High School Diploma
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