Jose Flores
Imperial,cA
Summary
Seasoned Plant Operator with substantial experience in managing complex plant operations. Strong skills include a deep understanding of the treatment process , preventive maintenance, and safety protocols. Highly adept at optimizing production efficiency and improving overall plant performance. Provided significant contributions to previous employers by successfully minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent operational productivity. Extensive experience in all areas of the plant, and extensive experience training new personal. For the last year I have been performing the Job of acting lead operator, supervising all operations and personnel and reporting directly to the chief plant operator, conducting monthly maintenance and operations meetings and running the laboratory in the absence of the lab tech.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shift Plant Operator
City of el Centro Waste Water treatment Plant
El Centro, CA
03.2011 - Current
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Tested wastewater samples for pollutants using standard laboratory tests such as BOD and COD, ammonia, total suspended solids, oil and grease and other parameters.
- Operated valves, pumps, blowers and aeration systems to control flow and processing of wastewater.
- Maintained records of process operations including flows rates, chemical dosages, test results, maintenance activities and other relevant data.
- Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
- Investigated operational problems related to process control systems or mechanical components within the system.
- Developed sampling plans for monitoring effluent discharge from the treatment plant into receiving waters.
- Assisted in the development of operating procedures for new processes or modifications to existing processes.
- Provided technical guidance to staff members assigned to assist in the operation of the plant.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing plant performance against set goals and objectives.
- Trained new personnel on safe work practices associated with operating a wastewater treatment facility.
Education
Associate of Science - Water/Waste Water Technologies
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CASkills
- OSHA regulatory knowledge
- Analyzing water quality
- Waste Water treatment operations
- System monitoring
- Calibrating instruments
- Materials handling training
- Environmental awareness
- SCADA operations knowledge
- Safety Inspections
- Process Control
- Preparing reports
- Efficient
- Solving problems
- First-aid and CPR
- Valve rebuilding
- Equipment Inspection
- Parts Replacement
Certification
State Water Resources Control Board
Grade 4 Waste Water treatment plant operator
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Shift Plant Operator
City of el Centro Waste Water treatment Plant
03.2011 - Current
State Water Resources Control Board
Grade 4 Waste Water treatment plant operator
Associate of Science - Water/Waste Water Technologies
Cuyamaca College
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