Pete Thoresen
Fortuna,CA
Summary
Water Treatment 2 and Distribution 2 Operator.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Del Oro Water
Ferndale, CA
07.1997 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with water quality standards. Overseeing two water districts at the same time. Ferndale and Benbow.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with what is best for our system and State expectations.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Boosted staff morale and performance through effective leadership and professional development opportunities.
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.
Education
Water Distribution 2, Water Treatment 2. - Water Treatment And Distribution.
Continuing Education
American Water Works/ Sacramento State05-2026
Timeline
Superintendent
Del Oro Water
07.1997 - Current
Water Distribution 2, Water Treatment 2. - Water Treatment And Distribution.
Continuing Education