Michael Willis
Lancaster,CA
Summary
To seek full-time position as a Waterworks Mechanic with 17+ years experience with the operation, maintenance and installations of mechanical equipment. Proficient skills in the use of hand and power tools. Works well with others and individually. Follow safety procedures, proper use of PPE and Lock-Out Tag-Out protocols. Eager to learn new skills involving mechanical repair, installation and maintenance work on apparatus used in the pumping, treatment and control of the flow of water.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Utility Operator
Los Angeles Department Of Water And Power
01.2019 - Current
- Inspect, operate and maintain electric water pumping plants, reservoirs, wells and other related water facilities.
- Perform minor repairs and adjustments to mechanical equipment within the pumping plants.
- Logging and reporting malfunctions and hazards resulting from malfunctioning equipment, to supervisors and proper authorities.
- Monitor and operate SCADA system.
- Assist trades such as Waterworks Mechanics and Electrical Mechanics, working on equipment within facilities.
- Proper use of safety protocols and LOTO procedures.
Water Utility Worker III
San Bernardino Municipal Water Department
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Installation, maintenance and repair of water mains, services, hydrants, meters, valves and other water appurtenances.
- Use and maintain hand and power tools.
- Assist and operate truck mounted cranes, forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Repack stems on large valves or hydrants.
- Lead small crews at various jobs as needed.
- Keeping job site and workers safe through company procedures and rules.
Field Technician
Palm Ranch Irrigation District
08.2013 - 11.2015
- Install, maintain, repair and operate water distribution and treatment equipment, such as pipes, valves, control valves, chlorinators and other such appurtenances.
- Adjust and repair malfunctioning chlorinating pumps, piping and injectors.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
- Use of proper PPE.
- Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.
- Utilized SCADA system to monitor and control plant operations.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
Laborer
Boswell Contracting Company
06.2005 - 08.2013
- Hand and power tool use and maintenance.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Installation and repair of water mains, valves, piping, hydrants, backflow devices, control valves, services and meters.
- Maintenance and operation of compressors and pneumatic tools.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents.
General Maintenance Worker
The Penny Machines L.L.C.
06.2002 - 08.2004
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment, and tools.
- Performed adjustments and replaced worn parts to keep machines in good working order.
- Keep accurate records for maintenance and productivity.
- Provide excellent customer service.
Education
General Education
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CASkills
- Pneumatic Systems and Compressors
- Lubricating Components
- Pipe Systems
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- Equipment Repair and Reporting
- Operate Machinery
- Detail Oriented
- Safety Focused
Certification
- Water Treatment T-2
- Water Distribution D-3
- Forklift
- CPR
Timeline
Water Utility Operator
Los Angeles Department Of Water And Power
01.2019 - Current
Water Utility Worker III
San Bernardino Municipal Water Department
12.2016 - 01.2019
Field Technician
Palm Ranch Irrigation District
08.2013 - 11.2015
Laborer
Boswell Contracting Company
06.2005 - 08.2013
General Maintenance Worker
The Penny Machines L.L.C.
06.2002 - 08.2004
General Education
Antelope Valley College
- Water Treatment T-2
- Water Distribution D-3
- Forklift
- CPR
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