Nickolas Patton
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Dependable and hard-working Professional with more than 5 years in the construction industry, And over 9 years in public works / utilities. I thrive in a fast-paced environment and work to complete projects quickly and efficiently. I am also a physically fit laborer effective at completing difficult projects and tasks on schedule. Consistently follows through with all orders and instructions. Works well in a team setting. Have experience running/leading crews to achieve desired results of larger projects.
Professional technician with extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with adaptable skill set in diagnostics, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs. Known for effective problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilities Technician 2
City of Bainbridge Island
08.2019 - Current
- I operate, maintain, repair and construct water supply and distribution facilities and equipment including wells, booster pumps, chlorine generators, control panels, PRV stations, fire hydrants, reservoirs, water mains, and meters
- I perform field tests and collect samples for laboratory analysis including chlorine, fluoride, fecal coliform, IOCs, VOCs, SOCs and disinfection by-products
- I maintain records and complete monthly water plant reports
- I perform water meter reading, troubleshooting, repairs, and replacements
- I operate, maintain, repair and construct sewer collection facilities and equipment including manholes, clean outs, side sewers, wet wells, gravity sewer mains and force sewer mains
- I clean and clear blockages in sewer and storm water mains
- I operate, maintain, repair and construct wastewater pumping facilities and equipment including sewer pumps, air compressors, emergency generators, control panels, side sewers and sewer mains
- I operate, maintain, repair and construct surface and storm water facilities and equipment including catch basins, water quality vaults, closed conveyance systems, detention tanks, rain gardens,ponds, culverts, ditches, and outfalls
- I operate a variety of heavy equipment with a high degree of proficiency, including but not limited to backhoe, dump truck, front end loader, vactor equipment
- I provide construction support for infrastructure as assigned
- I coordinate with vendors and contractors on ongoing contracts and projects
- I develop and implement traffic control plans to maintain work zone safety and regulatory compliance
- I investigate and resolve customer complaints
- Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures
- Principles, methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of facilities, rights-of-way, streets, water systems, surface, and stormwater drainage systems, and sewer systems
- Safely and proficiently operate machines, tools, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure
- Basic arithmetic and basic computer operations
- Work independently or as a team member to meet required schedules and deadlines
- Support and model the identified vision, values, and behaviors of the organization
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines
- Able to work on-call for emergency response outside of the normal work schedule on an assigned, rotating basis
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors and may be performed alone or as a member of a team
- Work requires frequent contact with other City departments and the public
- Work is performed under scheduled routine conditions or unscheduled emergency conditions for extended periods of time
- Work may be performed under adverse conditions, at night and/or during inclement weather
M&O Specialist
Kitsap County Public Works
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Help assist in the maintenance and building of Kitsap County facilities
- While on duty I operate heavy equipment such as excavators, loaders, Inductor trucks and dump trucks
- I work in low impact development for the storm water division, improving our water runoff
- I maintain and construct the detention/retention ponds and rain gardens
- Maintain sewer and storm pipes systems
- Including all other types of duties, the County requires
- Manage customer inquiries
- Streamline processes for increased efficiency
Education
High School Diploma -
Kelso High School
Kelso, WA01.2005
Skills
- Excellent driving record
- Structural and architectural concrete
- Residential construction
- Construction machinery/operation
- OSHA 40 Hr Certification
- First Aid Certified/CPR
- Water Distribution Manager 3 (WA DOH)
- Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 (WA DOH)
- Cross Connection Control Specialist (WA DOH)
- Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead
- CDL-A
- Wastewater Collection 1 (WWCPA)
- Forklift
- Climbing/Rigging
Timeline
Utilities Technician 2
City of Bainbridge Island
08.2019 - Current
M&O Specialist
Kitsap County Public Works
01.2016 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Kelso High School
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