Kevin Gable
Carrollton,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic wastewater operations leader with extensive experience at the City of Villa Rica wastewater treatment facilities, excelling in advanced troubleshooting, treatment plant operations/maintenance, and efficient multitasking. Proven track record in laboratory analysis and EPD compliance, ensuring optimal treatment processes/maintenance of plants and plant equipment, while fostering teamwork. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in all operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wastewater Lead Operator
City Of Villa Rica
Villa Rica, GA
11.2024 - Current
- Directs the operation of wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, control panels, SCADA systems, chemical systems, filters, electric motors, and laboratory instruments.
- Supervises and performs maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of equipment, including electrical repairs, gearbox maintenance, and complex troubleshooting.
- Monitors and analyzes data from SCADA systems, digital logs, and equipment trends, maintaining accurate records and directing adjustments to optimize treatment processes.
- Oversees sample collection and testing, ensuring precise record-keeping and reporting of results.
- Manages plant grounds maintenance, housekeeping tasks, and timely reporting and resolution of equipment issues.
- Guides team members in maintaining wastewater certifications through required training and professional development.
- Collaborates with the Wastewater Operations Manager to implement emergency response protocols, assign on-call duties, and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Utilizes the wastewater work order system (Brightly Software) including updating, issuing, and ensuring timely completion of work orders by operators.
- Supports the operation and maintenance of lift stations as required.
Wastewater Laboratory Analyst
City Of Villa Rica
Villa Rica, GA
11.2021 - 11.2024
- Performs laboratory tests of wastewater including, but not limited to: total suspended solids (TSS), biological oxygen demand (BOD), fecal coliform, total phosphorus, ortho-phosphorus, and ammonia
- Performs quality control tests by running blanks, spikes, duplicates, and test standards, keeps accurate documentation of all quality control testing
- Coordinates with outside laboratories as needed to complete required testing, collects and preserves samples for shipping or delivery to other labs, and monitors results received from these labs
- Performs annual testing to insure the lab maintains proper certification
- Plans and organizes work to be done, establishes priorities, and completes work efficiently
- Cleans, and maintains the lab and laboratory equipment
- Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment to insure supplies are available
- Attends classes required to maintain knowledge of current procedures and as required by the wastewater laboratory analyst certification
- Keeps the plant manager informed of all test results and noticeable trends
- Assists with plant operations/maintenance and on-call responsibilities as needed
Correctional Officer
Carroll County Prison
Carrollton, GA
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Directs the operation of wastewater treatment equipment, including pumps, control panels, SCADA systems, chemical systems, filters, electric motors, and laboratory instruments.
- Supervises and performs maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of equipment, including electrical repairs, gearbox maintenance, and complex troubleshooting.
- Monitors and analyzes data from SCADA systems, digital logs, and equipment trends, maintaining accurate records and directing adjustments to optimize treatment processes.
- Oversees sample collection and testing, ensuring precise record-keeping and reporting of results.
- Manages plant grounds maintenance, housekeeping tasks, and timely reporting and resolution of equipment issues.
- Guides team members in maintaining wastewater certifications through required training and professional development.
- Collaborates with the Wastewater Operations Manager to implement emergency response protocols, assign on-call duties, and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Utilizes the wastewater work order system (Brightly Software) including updating, issuing, and ensuring timely completion of work orders by operators.
- Supports the operation and maintenance of lift stations as required.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Villa Rica
Villa Rica, GA
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Operated and monitored wastewater treatment processes to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and systems for optimal performance and preventative maintenance.
- Collected water samples and performed laboratory tests to assess water quality parameters.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of operational data, chemical usage, and maintenance activities for reporting purposes.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School
Newnan, GASkills
- Wastewater operations/treatment
- Efficient multitasking
- Contractor/Vendor Coordination
- Laboratory analysis and QA/QC practices
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Maintenance and repair
- Teamwork and coordination
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- EPD compliance record keeping and reporting
Certification
- Wastewater Operator Class 1
- Wastewater Laboratory Analyst
- Maintenance Technologist Class 2
Timeline
Wastewater Lead Operator
City Of Villa Rica
11.2024 - Current
Wastewater Laboratory Analyst
City Of Villa Rica
11.2021 - 11.2024
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Villa Rica
11.2020 - 11.2021
Correctional Officer
Carroll County Prison
03.2018 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School