Kyle (Quinn) Culley
Newberg,OR
Summary
Knowledgeable in water distribution operations, with background managing and maintaining complex water systems. Skills include equipment operation, system troubleshooting, and ensuring regulatory compliance for safe drinking water. Impactful in previous roles through implementation of effective maintenance strategies to optimize system performance and longevity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level 2 Water Distribution Operator
NW Natural Water
Newberg
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated and maintained water distribution systems ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting of equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to implement preventive maintenance strategies, reducing downtime.
- Monitored water quality parameters, executing necessary adjustments to maintain safety standards.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring effective resource allocation and workflow management.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that increased system reliability and performance.
- Led emergency response efforts during system failures, coordinating repairs and communications effectively.
- Improved water distribution efficiency by conducting regular system inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Maintained accurate records for regulatory compliance by diligently documenting test results and maintenance activities.
- Operated valves and gates as needed for optimal flow control within the distribution network, minimizing service disruptions.
- Provided timely and accurate reports to management, including details on water usage, quality, and distribution metrics.
- Optimized water pressure levels for customer satisfaction by adjusting pump operations accordingly.
- Safeguarded public health by ensuring proper disinfection measures were consistently applied throughout the treatment process.
- Enhanced water quality through consistent monitoring, testing, and adjusting of treatment processes as needed.
- Conducted thorough investigations into customer complaints regarding water quality, pressure, or availability, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Ensured efficient use of chemicals in treatment processes while adhering to environmental regulations.
- Implemented process improvements for enhanced reliability of equipment based on data analysis from performance monitoring systems.
Senior Water Distribution Operator
City Of Hillsboro
Hillsboro, Oregon
05.2022 - 02.2025
- Maintained operational and maintenance services related to water distribution operations, instrumentation, SCADA and service delivery.
- Ensured operation of water facilities instrumentation; conduct water analyses; maintain records; and investigated and resolved system deficiencies and complaints.
- Maintained and calibrated chemical feed systems, pumps, valves, meters and other equipment in the water distribution system.
- Conducted regular inspections of all components of the distribution system including tanks, pumps, reservoirs, and pipelines.
- Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and instruments to ensure efficient operations and accurate readings.
- Performs taps on water mains, installs new services, relocates water pipes, and appurtenances, identifies and repairs leaks, maintains and operates valves, hydrants and meters.
- Monitored water pressure, flow rates, and water levels in distribution systems.
- Collected and tested water and sewage samples using test equipment and color analysis standards.
Lead Water Operator/DRC
LA Water Cooperative
Gaston, Oregon
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Trained newly hired employees regarding system equipment operation and industry standards
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations governing water treatment plants.
- Developed standard operating procedures for use by other operators at the facility.
- Resolved customer complaints concerning water quality or service interruptions in a timely manner.
- Performed housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and neat.
- Performed routine maintenance of all water storage tanks, pump houses, wells and related equipment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Water Distribution
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CASkills
- Valve operation mastery
- Project management experience
- Work order processing
- Water meter management
- Equipment calibration
- Emergency response readiness
- System maintenance proficiency
- Water loss reduction
- Sampling and monitoring
- Water main repairs
- Distribution system analysis
- Record keeping
- Flow control expertise
- Technical report writing
- Cross-connection control
- Pressure management techniques
- Disinfection procedures
- Backflow prevention
- Chlorination processes
- Water storage management
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Infrastructure inspection
- Pipe installation expertise
- Instrumentation troubleshooting
- Contractor oversight
- Leak detection
- Confined space entry
- Water quality testing
- SCADA system operation
- Standard operating procedures
- GIS mapping experience
- Quality assurance protocols
- Regulatory compliance awareness
- Chemical-handling safety
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Water Distribution Operator Level 2/ Eligible for Level 4 Water Distribution
- Cross Connection Back Flow Specialist
- Class A CDL
- CPR certified
- Flagger Certified
Education and Training
true
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Level 2 Water Distribution Operator
NW Natural Water
02.2025 - 02.2026
Senior Water Distribution Operator
City Of Hillsboro
05.2022 - 02.2025
Lead Water Operator/DRC
LA Water Cooperative
02.2017 - 05.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Water Distribution
California State University, Sacramento