Kyle Huffman
Palestine,Texas
Summary
Dedicated water treatment plant professional well-versed in collecting and analyzing samples, writing reports and working with SCADA systems. Current class C ground water and class C surface water treatment certification. Skilled at handling, measuring and dispensing water treatment solutions to prepare water for public use. Calibrates, operates and maintains equipment for optimal performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surface Water Operator
City of Tyler Water Utilities
Tyler, TX
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with team members to optimize system performance and address any operational challenges promptly.
- Supported emergency response efforts, ensuring the continuity of water services during critical incidents.
- Improved water quality by conducting routine testing and implementing necessary adjustments to treatment processes.
- Increased plant efficiency, performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by accurately maintaining records and submitting required reports on time.
- Reduced operating costs with efficient management of chemical inventory and resource allocation.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries regarding water quality or supply concerns in a timely manner.
- Managed accurate data entry into various computer systems related to water distribution and treatment processes for record-keeping purposes.
- Implemented rigorous monitoring protocols that identified potential hazards early on, allowing corrective action plans to be initiated swiftly.
- Maintained a clean work environment, adhering to sanitation standards in order to prevent contamination risks.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
Surface and Ground Water Treatment Operator
City Of Athens
508 E. Tyler St.
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Adhered to TCEQ regulations.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Monitored water quality and adjusted chemical dosages to meet regulatory standards.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections to enforce compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
- Interpreted data to identify trends and address problems.
- Trained new employees on safe and productive water-treatment plant operation.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
- Developed and implemented water treatment plant SOPs to streamline training and operations.
Intern Chief Operator
City Of Palestine
1620 W. Palestine Ave.
08.2016 - 09.2022
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on chemical pumpsandotherequipment.
- Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep chemical pumps running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
- Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Ground Water Operator
Four Pines Water Supplies
Basset Road Palestine Texas
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Adhered to TCEQ regulations.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westwood High School Palestine Texas
06.1984
Skills
- Time Management
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- Customer Satisfaction
- Report Writing
- Water Sample Collection
- Procedure Maintenance
- Air Compressors
- Service Calls
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Calibrating Instruments
- Hazardous Materials
- Water Testing
- Material Inventory
- Vendor Contracts
- Operational Improvements
- Monitoring Gauges
- Chemical Meters
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Storage Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Personnel Records
- System Documentation
- Work Orders
- Chemical Inventory
- Chemical Handling
- Customer Service Standards
- Preventive Maintenance
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
Certification
- CLASS C GROUND WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR. LICENSE # WG0015809 CLASS C SURFACE WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR. LICENSE # WS0013482. TEXAS DRIVERS LICENSE #10544941
Timeline
Surface Water Operator
City of Tyler Water Utilities
09.2023 - 09.2024
Surface and Ground Water Treatment Operator
City Of Athens
08.2022 - 09.2023
Intern Chief Operator
City Of Palestine
08.2016 - 09.2022
Ground Water Operator
Four Pines Water Supplies
10.2013 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Westwood High School Palestine Texas