Jon Nakamura
Honolulu,Hawaii
Summary
Passionate and driven wastewater district supervisor over 3 years of experience in operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plants with a grade 4 wastewater license. Highly skilled in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing process efficiency, and troubleshooting operational challenges. Proficient in conducting water quality test, analyzing data, and implementing corrective measures. Collaborating with plant supervisors and providing technical support. Proven track record of implementing efficiency measures resulting in significant cost savings. Prepares budget for capital improvement’s projects. Committed to creating a safe work environment and achieving excellence in wastewater treatment operations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wastewater district supervisor
City and County of Honolulu
Honolulu, Hi
10.2021 - Current
- Supervises and coordinates the operations of 3 wastewater treatment plants and the maintenance in a major geographical district; supervises and instructs employees engaged in the operation, maintenance, repair, installation and testing of wastewater treatment plants and equipment; investigate equipment and process malfunctions and prepare necessary work orders for corrective actions; inspects wastewater treatment plants for irregularities and makes recommendations for changes in operation and maintenance efficiencies; supervises and instructs others in, and monitors the conduct of physical and chemical examinations of wastewater, sludge, and gas samples; interprets data obtained from physical and chemical analyses and directs and reviews adjustments of various treatment processes to meet quality control and process design requirements; prepares work schedules and plans, lays out and assigns work to subordinates; assigns, directs and reviews remedial actions during emergencies; participates in the inspection of, and efficiency and acceptance tests of wastewater treatment plants and equipment; coordinates the operation, maintenance, and repair functions of the treatment plants with other units in the branch; prepares and submits operational reports; participates in preparing the budget; participates in conducting on-going safety and training programs; participates in evaluating subordinates; operates a motor vehicle to transport personnel and equipment or to carry out job assignments.
Process Operator
City and County of Honolulu
Honolulu, Hi
12.2011 - Current
- Operates and maintains process of a wastewater treatment plant; assure the safe, effective, efficient, and economical use of processes and equipment, and to comply with pertinent City, State and Federal regulations; operates various equipment to regulate the flow of wastewater and sludge between the unit processes of the plant, reads and records readings from meters, gauges and other recording devices and interprets data to maintain or improve plant operations; inspects plant and mechanical equipment for malfunctions, irregularities and needed repairs; lubricates, changes oil, and makes running repairs and adjustments to machinery and equipment; participates in the installation, overhaul and major repair of treatment plant equipment; drains and cleans settling tanks, clarifiers, chlorinating chambers, digesters and aeration tanks; maintains sludge digestion systems, dewatering equipment; collects samples of raw, partially treated, and treated wastewater and sludge and performs chemical and physical analyses thereof, including settle able solids, settle ability, pH, chlorine residual, dissolved oxygen and suspended solids; interprets laboratory results and makes appropriate process adjustments; maintains test result records, data sheets and reports; paints equipment, buildings and structures; keep operation logs and prepares operational reports; may be assigned to work in other plants for to train other operators; attends employee safety and training sessions; operates a motor vehicle to transport personnel and equipment.
Education
Automotive associate's degree -
01.1988
Skills
- Wastewater Treatment
- Water Quality Testing
- Process Optimization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safety Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail Maintained accurate records of operating conditions, observations, and data, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Problem-solving Diagnosed and addressed basic operational problems, taking corrective action per procedures to ensure optimal system performance
- Adaptability Successfully worked flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and 12-hour shifts, to meet operational needs
- Organization Efficiently managed paperwork, reports, and documentation, ensuring accurate and timely completion
- Leadership experience Three years in supervisory positions
- Safety compliance Ensures compliance with safety regulations
- Process optimization Optimizes processes for cost savings
- Team collaboration: Collaborates effectively with teams
Certification
Grade 4 wastewater license, Department of Health of Hawaii
Training
California State Sacramento. Operations of treatment plants volume 1 & 2. Advance waste treatment. Manage for success
Timeline
Wastewater district supervisor
City and County of Honolulu
10.2021 - Current
Process Operator
City and County of Honolulu
12.2011 - Current