Joseph Fleeman
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction maintenance technician
City of Kannapolis
Kannapolis, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained water distribution systems to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and repairs on water lines, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Provided technical assistance to co-workers during difficult tasks such as repairing broken pipes or installing new equipment.
- Assisted in responding to emergency situations such as breaks in main lines or pump failures.
- Participated in training sessions on proper safety procedures when operating machinery or dealing with hazardous materials.
- Identified potential problems with the distribution system before they become serious issues.
- Reported any malfunctioning equipment to supervisors for repair or replacement.
- Recorded readings from gauges and meters at pumping stations and wells.
- Operated computerized control systems which regulate water supply levels throughout the system.
- Used SCADA system to maintain appropriate levels.
- Assisted with sewer line installations and inspections.
- Operated vacuum truck to efficiently remove debris and waste, ensuring compliance with local environmental standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Operated jet truck for municipal events, ensuring smooth operations and timely service delivery to the community.
- Conducted routine safety checks and maintenance on jet truck, promoting operational reliability and minimizing downtime.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Water sewer authority of cabarrus county
Concord, North Carolina
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated and monitored wastewater treatment processes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and operational standards.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment and systems, reducing downtime and enhancing overall plant efficiency.
- Collected and analyzed water quality samples, accurately documenting results to maintain regulatory compliance and operational integrity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, collaborating with team members to implement effective solutions and minimize disruptions.
- Implemented safety protocols and best practices, fostering a culture of safety and compliance among plant personnel.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation and safety procedures, improving team competency and operational consistency.
- Participated in routine inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement in wastewater treatment processes and system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and refine operational procedures, enhancing overall plant workflow and productivity.
- 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.
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Sampled and tested wastewater, applied chemical dosing, received chemical shipments, and performed wastewater plant preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
- Investigated operational problems related to process control systems or mechanical components within the system.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
- Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
- Handled chlorine offloading, cleaned wastewater collection, treatment, and reclamation-related equipment and facilities and performed periodic building maintenance.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as filter backwashing and cleaning tanks according to scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
- Tested wastewater samples for pollutants using standard laboratory tests such as BOD and COD, ammonia, total suspended solids, oil and grease and other parameters.
- Performed housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and neat.
- Added chemicals to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids.
- Assisted in safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
Education
Eastrowan Highschool
Salisbury, NCSkills
- Water distribution systems
- Wastewater treatment processes
- SCADA system operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Routine inspections
- Preventive maintenance
- Team training
- GIS mapping experience
- Leak detection
- Equipment operation
- Documentation skills
Certification
- C DISTRIBUTION Operator
- Collections grade II Operator
- Class A CDL
- Fire fighter 1 and 2 certified
- Hazmat Fire certified
Timeline
Construction maintenance technician
City of Kannapolis
01.2024 - Current
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Water sewer authority of cabarrus county
07.2021 - 01.2024
Eastrowan Highschool