JOSEPH BURKS

Eastpointe,MI

Summary

Wastewater Operator and Solutions Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in optimizing wastewater treatment systems and ensuring environmental compliance. Demonstrated expertise in chemical handling, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols, recognized for reliability and maintaining high operational standards in fast-paced environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Waste Water Operator / Solutions Maintenance Technician

AGS Automotive

Sterling Heights, USA

02.2022 - 04.2026

Operate and maintain plant wastewater treatment systems to meet environmental compliance standards
Monitored, mixed, and controlled chemical solutions to ensure optimal plant operations
Tracked chemical ratios and solution levels, maintaining accurate system performance logs for compliance
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to prevent production downtime
Performed cleaning, maintenance, and inspections of tanks, pumps, and industrial equipment to uphold operational integrity
Maintain accurate documentation for safety, environmental, and operational reporting
Follow strict HAZWOPER, hazmat, and plant safety procedures daily
Operated forklift for material transport within the plant and material handling equipment safely within plant

Paint Technician

Advanced Boring & Tool Company

Madison Heights, USA

01.2021 - 12.2021

Applied industrial coatings using spray gun systems
Prepared metal surfaces with abrasives, solvents, and primers for effective coating adhesion
Mixed coatings and paints, ensuring precise 1:1 chemical ratios for optimal application
Maintained high quality standards in finishing and coating applications
Cleaned and maintained spray equipment and power tools
Ensured proper handling and disposal of chemical materials to maintain safety and compliance

Warehouse Worker

Kendall Electric

Sterling Heights, USA

06.2017 - 12.2020

Managed staging, storage, and inventory movement using company systems to optimize workflow and organization
Processed incoming shipments and verified documentation accuracy to ensure compliance with company standards
Ensured accurate inventory records by conducting regular audits and reconciliations. and workflow efficiency
Operated equipment safely, maintaining a hazard-free environment
Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks accurately.
Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.

Store Manager

AutoZone

Detroit, USA

02.2012 - 05.2017

Managed 20 employees and overall store operations to enhance team effectiveness
Led scheduling, training, and evaluations to develop team skills and capabilities
Oversaw inventory control and merchandising to optimize revenue performance
Maintained compliance with company operational standards

Education

Diploma -

Jared W. Finney High School

Detroit, MI

Skills

Wastewater operations
Chemical Mixing
Process monitoring
Environmental and Safety Compliance
HAZWOPER Certified
Plant Safety Trained
Industrial equipment maintenance
Forklift Operation Certified

Process Optimization
Operations coordination
Operational Efficiency
Spray Systems & Coating Application
Surface Preparation
Abrasives
Primers
Inventory and Materials Management

Core Skills And Certifications

Wastewater Treatment Systems Operations
Chemical Mixing, Monitoring & Handling
Industrial Equipment Cleaning & Maintenance
Spray Systems & Coating Application
Surface Preparation, Abrasives & Primers
Environmental & Safety Compliance
HAZWOPER Certified
Forklift Operation Certified
Hazmat Trained
Plant Safety Trained
Inventory & Materials Management
Team Leadership & Scheduling
Operations Coordination & KPI Tracking

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