Matthew Langan
Elkhart,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Illinois American Water
Lincoln , IL
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted water treatment plant operations in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintained records of plant operation, including chemical dosages, flow rates, residuals, and other parameters.
- Performed laboratory tests on raw and treated water samples to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Calibrated pumps and valves to regulate the flow of chemicals into the water supply system.
- Operated sludge handling equipment such as centrifuges, thickeners, clarifiers, and filters.
- Conducted weekly inspections of all equipment used in the water treatment process.
- Managed inventory of chemicals used in the water treatment process.
- Inspected tanks and pipes for signs of corrosion or malfunctioning equipment.
- Communicated effectively with personnel from other departments concerning any potential problems or concerns.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment at all times.
- Investigated customer complaints pertaining to taste, odor, color or turbidity levels in drinking water supplies.
- Attended seminars related to advances in technology within the field of water treatment.
- Provided training assistance to new operators entering the workforce.
- Collected samples to assess water quality and tested for pH, hardness and sediment levels.
- Monitored chemical feed pumps to verify proper chemical dosage in treated water.
- Backwashed filters to remove dirt, grime and buildups.
- Refilled and replaced chemical containers to prevent shortages and delays.
- Collected and sent water samples to health labs for review.
- Used SCADA system to maintain appropriate levels.
- Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently.
- Assisted in safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Operated and adjusted equipment controls to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
Public Works Employee
Village of Williamsville
Williamsville, IL
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the installation and repair of water and sewer systems.
- Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles used for Public Works projects.
- Responded to emergency service calls related to Public Works issues.
- Assisted with snow removal operations during winter months.
- Implemented safety protocols at job sites in order to protect workers from injury or harm.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Operated commercial vehicles in a safe manner while obeying all traffic laws.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on assigned equipment, including checking fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
Field Service Technician 1
Illinois American Water
Lincoln, IL
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Completed all necessary paperwork for service calls in a timely manner.
- Provided technical support to customers over the phone and via email.
- Responded promptly to emergency service requests from clients.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites for hazardous conditions or potential safety risks.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting service activities performed on each job site.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, safety standards.
- Performed on-site installation, routine maintenance and minor repairs to systems.
- Wrote detailed service reports describing work completed, issues and recommendations.
- Delivered outstanding customer service on field visits to meet corporate guidelines.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to corporate safety procedures.
- Drove and maintained company vehicle, keeping in peak condition.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
- Used register system to ring up customer purchases, process payments, and issue receipts.
- Monitored water pressure, flow rates, and water levels in distribution systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on pumps, valves, meters, and other equipment associated with the water system.
- Inspected fire hydrants and performed repairs as needed.
- Recorded readings from gauges and meters at pumping stations and wells.
- Installed new pipes and fittings to extend or repair existing mains.
- Assisted in responding to emergency situations such as breaks in main lines or pump failures.
- Completed daily logs of activities related to operations of the water system.
- Conducted regular inspections of all components of the distribution system including tanks, pumps, reservoirs, and pipelines.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries regarding service interruptions or quality issues.
- Participated in training sessions on proper safety procedures when operating machinery or dealing with hazardous materials.
- Identified potential problems with the distribution system before they become serious issues.
- Developed plans for improving efficiency in operations by implementing better methods or processes.
- Provided technical assistance to co-workers during difficult tasks such as repairing broken pipes or installing new equipment.
- Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
- Performed grounds and equipment maintenance to keep facility running smoothly.
- Backwashed filters to remove dirt, grime and buildups.
- Maintained, repaired and lubricated equipment.
- Performed housekeeping duties to keep facilities clean and neat.
- Added chemicals to disinfect and deodorize water and other liquids.
- Operated backhoe to excavate trenches, foundations, and other structures.
- Leveled surfaces by adjusting depth and angle settings on the front end loader attachment.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings, and foundations for structures and utility lines.
- Loaded truck beds with excess soil and debris from excavation sites.
- Backfilled trenches after installation of utility lines was complete using an excavator bucket attachment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williamsville High School
Williamsville, IL05-2007
Skills
- Sample collecting
- Water purification systems
- Adjusting chemical levels
- Potable water expertise
- Calibrating instruments
- PSI management
- Plant inspection
- System monitoring
- Water distribution
- Regulatory Compliance
- Professionalism
- Safety Procedures
- Multitasking
- SCADA Systems
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Equipment Maintenance
- Operations recordkeeping
- Operational data reporting
- Laboratory Testing
Affiliations
- Family time
- Camping
- Hockey games
- Golfing
- Building and racing model cars with my son
Certification
- Class D water license obtained in May 2020
- Class A operator in training obtained in May of 2024
- Class A CDL
- Certified safe worker obtained each year for American Water
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Public Works Employee
Village of Williamsville
05.2024 - 05.2024
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Illinois American Water
01.2024 - Current
Field Service Technician 1
Illinois American Water
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Class D water license obtained in May 2020
- Class A operator in training obtained in May of 2024
- Class A CDL
- Certified safe worker obtained each year for American Water
High School Diploma -
Williamsville High School
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