Ken Witt
Oakville,WA
Summary
Dedicated leader with a with strong track record of success building and leading teams. Organized and dependable leader successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet organizational goals. Communication is key to the success at every level in an organization. Striving to always keep excellent communication at the forefront throughout all levels of the organization is a top priority.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Worker (Drinking Water)
City Of Olympia
02.2015 - Current
- Assist Drinking Water Operations Supervisor in all aspects of crew supervision, assigning work crews, organizing work crews and activities, work direction, assisting in the completion of performance evaluations, calculating and preparing time sheets, assisting with the hiring section employees, and providing guidance and instruction.
- Create, prioritize, and distribute work orders to appropriate teams, track and close upon completion.
- Assist in compiling data and generating year end reports.
- Established a strong rapport with team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high performance.
- Assist Drinking Water Operations Supervisor in planning and implementing the goals and objectives for section, in addition to monitoring the progress of achievement of section goals and objectives.
- Ensure crews have the necessary resources available to perform assigned tasks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects, leading to successful outcomes and improved interdepartmental communication and goals
- Serve as a valued member of the Drinking water Coordination Team.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and creative problem-solving among team members.
Maintenance Worker II (Drinking Water)
City Of Olympia
06.2000 - 02.2015
- Responsible for the general maintenance and repair the City's water distribution system.
- Repair broken lines or leaks in service lines.
- Install and maintain water hydrants.
- Respond to water system breakdowns and service calls on 24-hour year around basis.
- Resolve field conflicts with contractors and others as necessary.
- Support Drinking Water Operations supervisor in coordinating external contractor services for specialized projects or large-scale repairs when necessary.
- Collaborated with other team members to complete complex repair projects within deadline constraints.
- Maintained a well-organized workspace and inventory system for tools and supplies, leading to increased productivity.
Refuse Collector
City Of Olympia
10.1993 - 06.2000
- Accountable for the proper collection, handling, and disposal of refuse and recyclables; for the safe operation of all equipment at all times; and completing a safety check on assigned equipment prior to each shift.
- Extensive knowledge of the occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions pertinent to refuse/recyclable collection.
- Responsible for ensuring all equipment used is in safe, properly serviced working order by completing a pre-shift, and post shift equipment check.
- Participated in community events and initiatives to promote awareness of waste management practices, furthering the cities reputation as a responsible public entity.
- Assisted in training new team members, fostering a positive work environment that promoted growth and development within the city.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration (21 Credits To Completion)
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WASkills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Decision Making
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Team Building
- Goal Setting
- Leadership Abilities
- Process Improvement
- Organizational Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Task Prioritization
- Staff Training
Accomplishments
- Graduate of the APWA Public Works Institute 90 hour Public Works Supervisor and Management series
- Served on the APWA Diversity committee
- Spoke at APWA State and National conferences on building and managing successful teams.
- Lead a team to a APWA State award for Innovation
- Published article in APWA National magazine for Team Building and Innovation.
Certification
- Water Distribution Manager III certification the Washington State Department of Health.
- Cross Connection Specialist Certification through Washington State Department of Health.
Timeline
Lead Worker (Drinking Water)
City Of Olympia
02.2015 - Current
Maintenance Worker II (Drinking Water)
City Of Olympia
06.2000 - 02.2015
Refuse Collector
City Of Olympia
10.1993 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration (21 Credits To Completion)
The Evergreen State College