Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
RCAC
Certifications
References
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Michael Christopher

Alamogordo,NM

Summary

Reliable water utility operator offering over 20 years of experience in related roles. Hardworking and dedicated with a unyielding work ethic. Commended for promoting workplace safety, teamwork, efficiency, and implementing improved safety protocols.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

49th CES Water Operator

Holloman Air Force Base
05.2023 - Current
  • Improved water quality by conducting routine testing and implementing necessary adjustments to treatment processes.
  • Increased plant efficiency, performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting equipment issues.
  • Pulled and installed wells.
  • Operate treatment plant according to state and federal regulations.
  • Maintain and operate pumps.
  • Operate and maintain swimming pools.
  • Inspect and repair transmission lines and components.
  • Operate engineering and construction equipment.

Utility Maintenance Journeyman

City Of Alamogordo
08.2018 - 02.2023

Hand Tools

  • Installed and replaced fire hydrants; operated and cleaned hand tools and small equipment, responded to after-hour calls for service.
  • Handled tasks of maintaining heavy construction equipment, installing or replacing other related equipment or machinery with power and hand tools.

1. Excavator

2. Backhoe

3. Bobcat

4. Mini X

5. Front Loader


Mechanical

  • Experienced in electrical repair, mechanical repair, and installation.
  • Performed routine/non-routine inspections and maintenance on all equipment to include gas and diesel engines.
  • Installed and replaced PVC piping, up to 16in.
  • Experience with working on steel, ductile iron, asbestos concrete, and C900.


Pool

  • Assisted pool technician
  • Test water, pH, and chlorine levels.
  • Add bromine, alkalinity, and other chemicals to correct pH level.
  • Complete paperwork and report service requirements to management.



Water

  • Provided operation and management of principalities service by water and wastewater treatment plant.
  • repaired and installed wastewater lines.
  • Wastewater and water reclamation.
  • Repaired and installed aging water mains and sewer for new construction.
  • Repaired water mains serviced, and repaired lines going to customers and installed various sized valves and other components.
  • Installed and repaired water mains, hydrants, valves, and meters, cleaned reservoirs, operated forklift and backhoe
  • Cleaned sewers, dug out trenches, installed main line, service, and exchanged water meters.
  • Installed and assembled piping for water systems, wastewater, gas, and sewage.
  • Service work, water services, remodeling, sewer.


Parks Maintenance Worker

City Of Alamogordo
12.1997 - 08.2018
  • Installed, repaired and operated irrigation and sprinkler systems to maintain proper absorption and drainage of grounds.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas, or other ground features.
  • Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
  • Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automated dispensers.
  • Responsible for taking accurate readings at booster pump stations.
  • Competent in managing and organizing events of 20+ individuals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tularosa High School
Tularosa, NM
05.1993

Skills

  • Lifts 80 pounds
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Equipment Repair
  • Time Management
  • Record Keeping
  • Safety
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Mechanical Systems
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Communication
  • Plumbing
  • Decision Making

RCAC

  • Poms Excavation and Trenching 2022
  • Pumps and Motors 2022
  • Storage Tank Rule and Boil Order 2022
  • Safe Drinking Water Act 2022
  • Scada Systems 2021

Certifications

  • Wastewater Level 2
  • Water Supply Level 3
  • Distribution Systems 3
  • CDL Class A New Mexico

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

49th CES Water Operator

Holloman Air Force Base
05.2023 - Current

Utility Maintenance Journeyman

City Of Alamogordo
08.2018 - 02.2023

Parks Maintenance Worker

City Of Alamogordo
12.1997 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

Tularosa High School
Michael Christopher