John Overcast
Kalispell,MT
Summary
Accomplished Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator with a proven track record at the US National Park Service, enhancing wastewater quality and plant efficiency. Expert in biological nutrient removal and laboratory analysis, adept at regulatory compliance and optimizing operations. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to maintaining environmental standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lake McDonald Wastewater Treatment Plant
US National Park Service
10.2004 - Current
- Developed a strategy of operations, including daily rounds, laboratory procedures, treatment goals and maintenance schedules during initial plant start-up in 2004.
- Complete laboratory duties including testing for nutrients, solids and Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) on influent, effluent and process control.
- Calibration of laboratory equipment and mixing of calibration standards.
- Daily monitoring of all treatment plant equipment.
- Maintenance and troubleshooting of all treatment plant equipment including pumps, filters, decanters, PLC, emergency power generator, aerators, mixers, DO meters, UV disinfection system.
- Maintains and monitors treatment chemicals and chemical feed pumps.
- Maintains regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Cleaning and building maintenance.
- Drinking water quality assistance including monitoring tank levels, daily flows, mixing chlorine and equipment maintenance.
- Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester.
Kalispell Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City of Kalispell
09.1997 - 09.2004
- Daily monitoring of treatment plant equipment and operations.
- Designed spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
- Operated and maintained belt filter press for biosolids treatment.
- Mixed polymers and chemicals.
- Maintained large pumping station, UV disinfection equipment and sand filters.
- Hauled biosolids to composting facility and landfill.
- Cleaning and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Glendive Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Glendive
05.1997 - 08.1997
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Treated water with chemicals such as aluminum sulfate, calcium hydroxide and chlorine in exact concentrations.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Havre
06.1995 - 08.1995
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ferric chloride and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Cleaning and building maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Water Quality Technology
Montana State University - Northern
Havre, MT05.1997
High School Diploma -
Lynchburg Christian Academy
Lynchburg, VA06.1986
Skills
Knowledge and experience in the operation of Biological Nutrient Removal Treatment Plants
- Expertise in Sequencing Batch Reactor(SBR) operation
- Laboratory analysis proficiency
- Pump troubleshooting and maintenance
- Monitoring and adjusting treatment parameters to optimize plant performance
- Maintenance of filters, decanters, aerators, UV disinfection
- Creating rounds sheets, laboratory spreadsheets, SOPs and checklists
- Troubleshooting and repair of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Biosolids handling and disposal
- Water quality
- Effective communication skills
- Adept at critical thinking
- Problem solving skills
Certification
- Certified Operator Wastewater Treatment Class IC, State of Montana - 2024
- Certified Operator-In-Training Water Treatment Class IB, State of Montana - 2024
- Certified Operator-In-Training Water Distribution Class 1A, State of Montana - 2024
- Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester, American Backflow Prevention Association - 2024
Timeline
Lake McDonald Wastewater Treatment Plant
US National Park Service
10.2004 - Current
Kalispell Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City of Kalispell
09.1997 - 09.2004
Glendive Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Glendive
05.1997 - 08.1997
Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Havre
06.1995 - 08.1995
Bachelor of Science - Water Quality Technology
Montana State University - Northern
High School Diploma -
Lynchburg Christian Academy