Linda Newman

• Perform complex, skilled, technical, and administrative work in planning, coordination, and directing the maintenance operations of the sewer collection system, ensuring safe and efficient operation of sewer collections, optimizing efficiency of programs and project implementation, and related work as assigned.
• Prepares the annual budget, monitors expenses, identifies equipment needs, orders new equipment, and manages equipment maintenance.
• Plan, organize, and direct division operations, including implementing capital improvements and rehab projects.
• Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
• Directed and supervised a team of three employees in daily operations.
• Foster a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
• Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
• Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
• Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
• Auditor of the EMS Program

Safety-

• Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinated the development of emergency response plans for hazardous materials incidents.
• Maintained records related to OSHA compliance, such as accident reports and safety inspection logs.
• Conducted periodic reviews of job hazard analyses, recommending changes as necessary.
• Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
• Created awareness campaigns promoting safe behavior among employees through posters, newsletters, and emails.
• Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations, and training sessions for employees.
• Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes, and develop preventive measures.
• Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Provided guidance on safe work practices, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
• Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes, and provided corrective actions.
• Investigated safety incidents, and drafted reports detailing results.
• Implemented policies to foster safer work environments.
• Inspected premises to identify safety issues and nonconformity.
• Investigated, resolved, and reported on occurrences documented in employee incident and accident reports.
• Conducted site inspections and audits, recording findings, and recommending corrective actions on final reports.
• Coordinated training drills to increase employee safety awareness.
• Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
• Implemented continuous atmosphere monitoring techniques.
• Ordered suspension of activities posing threats to workers' health or safety.

• Coordinated the Environmental Pretreatment Program.
• Coordinated the EMS program.
• Coordinated the Stormwater General Permit requirements.
• Coordinated the waste hauler permit program.
• Auditor of the CMOM Program.
• Coordinated Air Permit Compliance Testing.
• Provide training and procedures for sample collections and analysis with new employees.
• Wrote the Sample Collections Manual.
• Researched and prepared reports required by management or governmental agencies.

• Performed daily quality control calibrations on equipment, with proper documentation.
• Daily sample collection.
• Daily field analysis, DO, pH, Temp.
• Contract lab sampling.
• Recording of bench sheets and data entry into the LIMS.
• Sample preparation for shipping.
• Sampler maintenance and programming.
• Performed preventive maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Operated various laboratory instruments according to established protocols.
• Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
• Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.

• Operation of equipment in the wastewater plant.
• Daily sample collection and analysis for the performance of the treatment plant.
• Cross-trained with maintenance.

Equipment trained on:

• Incinerator
• Heat Treat.
• Vacuum Filters
• Oxygen Plant.
• Unox System.
• Primary Clarifiers.
• Grit Channel.
• Gravity Thickeners.
• Secondary Clarifiers.
• Air Flotation Thickeners
• Assisted Lab in sample collections when short handed.

• I covered shifts when operators were absent.
• Helped in the development of the Work Order System by providing part numbers and a tools list when work orders were issued. This allowed for a more efficient and productive maintenance shop.
• Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
• Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
• Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
• Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
• Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
• Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
• Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
• Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
• Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.