John Clifton
City of Teague
Teague,TX
1
Language
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Experienced public works and utility operations professional with a strong background in infrastructure management and service continuity. Skilled in directing daily operations, resolving issues, and supporting compliance across maintenance, water, and wastewater functions. Strengths include leadership, budget planning, and preventive maintenance.
Work History
Assistant Public Works Director
3 Years 1 Month- Managed coordination of public works operations to uphold city policy compliance and support service priorities.
- Supervised maintenance activities across streets drainage, water, and wastewater support functions to maintain operational readiness.
- Reviewed work orders, tracked project progress, and resolved operational issues to maintain continuity of operations.
- Assisted budget preparation through cost tracking and resource allocation planning for department needs.
- Drafted updates to public works policy documentation covering guidelines and procedures, supporting consistency with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
Chief Operator
3 Years- Directed daily plant operations, ensuring continuous service and regulatory compliance.
- Supervised operators, assigning tasks and reinforcing safety procedures across shifts.
- Monitored SCADA systems and control readings to identify process issues quickly.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance for pumps, valves, motors, and treatment equipment.
- Streamlined workflows for increased productivity, overseeing daily operations and monitoring performance indicators.
Operator
3 Years- Operated municipal equipment to support water, sewer, and public works maintenance tasks.
- Monitored utility conditions and adjusted operations to maintain service quality and compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance on tools, vehicles, and operational systems for reliable daily service.
- Inspected facilities and reported safety hazards, equipment issues, and service interruptions.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Infrastructure maintenance
Logistics and fleet management
Asset management
Infrastructure planning
Water resource optimization
Regulatory compliance
Budgetary control and planning
Infrastructure oversight
Problem-solving
Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year 2022
Employee of Quarter 2018
Certification
Water License C
Wastewater License C
Will have both B licenses in less than 6 months
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Public Works Director
City of Teague
09.2023 - CurrentRead More
Chief Operator
City of Teague
09.2020 - 09.2023Read More
Operator
City of Teague
09.2017 - 09.2020Read More
Estes Park High School
High School Diploma
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