Patrick Griffiths
Bremerton,WA
Summary
Skilled Wastewater Treatment Operator with expertise in SCADA monitoring, process control, and safety compliance. Experienced in equipment operation and chemical dosing, with a strong focus on optimizing treatment processes and adhering to environmental regulations. Capable of monitoring system operations and training new operators to ensure high safety standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator 3
Central Kitsap Treatment Plant
Poulsbo, Washington
04.2024 - Current
- Operated equipment for wastewater treatment processes effectively.
- Monitored system operations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Documented daily activities and operational data accurately for reporting purposes.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures effectively.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations for quality assurance.
- Cleaned and maintained treatment plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Operated valves, pumps, blowers and aeration systems to control flow and processing of wastewater.
- Maintained records of process operations including flow rates, chemical dosages, test results, maintenance activities and other relevant data.
- Performed daily inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Sampled and tested wastewater, applied chemical dosing, received chemical shipments, and performed wastewater plant preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
- Investigated operational problems related to process control systems or mechanical components within the system.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as lab reports or instrument readings then made necessary adjustments accordingly.
- Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving spills or malfunctions at the plant site.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
- Participated in safety meetings; adhered strictly to safety rules while performing duties.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as filter backwashing and cleaning tanks according to scheduled preventive maintenance programs.
- Tested wastewater samples for pollutants using standard laboratory tests such as BOD and COD, ammonia, total suspended solids, oil and grease and other parameters.
- Supported safe unloading and proper storage of chemicals in designated areas.
Education
wastewater treatment
University of California, Sacremento
CorrespondenceSkills
- Wastewater treatment
- Process control
- Process optimization
- Chemical dosing
- SCADA monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
Certification
- Washington State Group 3 Operator License #7766
Timeline
Operator 3
Central Kitsap Treatment Plant
04.2024 - Current
wastewater treatment
University of California, Sacremento