REID JOHNSTON
Summary
Energetic and detail-conscious individual with a strong background in the Water Industry. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to safety and efficiency. Seeking to transition into new role utilizing analytical and operational skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Clark Bros Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Laborer
Dawson Mauldin Construction
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Started and completed a mainline replacement project for the City of Fresno, including; 10,000 ft. of mainline, 256 water connections and 16 fire hydrants.
- Performed a flat rate to water meter job for the Town of Tranquillity.
- Worked on a new pump station for the city of San Joaquin.
Water Operator
Aquatrex Inc.
08.2017 - 05.2024
- Water Operator for small water systems (100 or less water service connections) large scale Wineries and Growers.
- Installed and Maintained various types of water filtration system; Granular Activated Carbon, Reverse Osmosis and Ozonation.
- Took routine water samples and followed State and Local guidelines for water quality standards.
Foreman
California Water Service
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Responsible for the repair of water mains, services and fire hydrants
- Oversees and works with Subcontractors on all new installation
- Works with City and County to get appropriate encroachment permits and traffic control plans approved for various jobs
- Conducted Fire Flow test for new construction while following our companies B.M.P
- Requirements
- Works with customers on a daily basis to provide them with the best possible service
- Trains new employees in all aspects of the job
- Demonstrates proper repair techniques and making sure all safety and water quality requirements are being met
- I am very involved in the Companies voluntary on call system and make myself available nights, weekends and holidays
Utility Worker
California Water Service
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Position allowed me to train and learn all field positions
- So when someone was off I would fill in for them anything from meter reading to inspecting new construction projects
- When I wasn't filling in for other people I would; routine water meters, mark out and call in USA's, paint and perform routine maintenance on fire hydrants
- Required me to fill in for swing shift serviceperson, would require me to work nights and weekends
- Also, sometimes traveling to a nearby district and helping them out
Flat to Meter Foreman
California Water Service
08.2011 - 02.2013
- Was brought on as Foreman to help finish flat to metered service program
- In charge of checking material, scheduling work and keeping crew on target to meet Company and State completion dates
- Worked with multiple customers on a daily basis to ensure they understood what we were doing and how the new water meter could possibly affect them
- Implemented USA Dig Alert to our district that eventually went Company wide
- Completed Project a year and a half ahead of schedule
Operation Maintenance Worker
California Water Service
04.2010 - 05.2011
- Assisted in repairs of the water system
- Worked directly under the Foreman while learning aspects of the job
- Required to clean truck and tool at end of shift and make sure it was stocked for the next day
- Would routine small water meters
- Clean up facilities, help stock warehouse
Ditch tender
Ivanhoe Irrigation District
03.2008 - 04.2010
- Responsible for delivering water to from the Friant-Kern Canal local farmers
- Required to add total water deliveries and adjust pumps accordingly
- Worked with both pressurized and gravity feed irrigation lines
- Promoted in April 2009 to a position that requires supervision of two employees, to have contact with customers and be available for call outs when needed
- Responsible for repairing leaks in irrigation lines and fixing broken water meters
- Monitored ground water levels on a monthly basis around the district
- Provided routine maintenance on all pumps
Self Employed
Residential and Commercial Sprinkler Service
04.2007 - 03.2008
- Designed, installed, and repaired sprinkler systems
- Sub contracted to oversee and repair irrigation systems for the city of Visalia and Tulare streetscapes and parks
- Repaired main lines, manual and automatic valves, double check valves, and controllers
- Developed a great rapport with customers and many were repeat customers
Sales Associate
West Valley Supply
02.2002 - 02.2007
- Hired on as delivery driver, moved up quickly to sales
- Would assist Homeowners and Contractors in finding the right parts on the showroom floor
- Designed residential sprinkler systems, gave estimates and assisted customers with the installation process
- Would do Take-offs for large commercial projects for contractors and supply parts to complete job.
- In charge of all deliveries, made sure orders were pulled correctly and deliveries were sent on time
Education
Irrigation design and installation Course -
College of the Sequoia
High School Diploma -
Golden West High School
Visalia, CA01.2001
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Personable
- Willingness to learn
- Relationship building
- Safety-minded
- Problem resolution
- Computer skills
Timeline
Laborer
Clark Bros Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Laborer
Dawson Mauldin Construction
08.2023 - 06.2024
Water Operator
Aquatrex Inc.
08.2017 - 05.2024
Foreman
California Water Service
05.2015 - 04.2018
Utility Worker
California Water Service
02.2013 - 05.2015
Flat to Meter Foreman
California Water Service
08.2011 - 02.2013
Operation Maintenance Worker
California Water Service
04.2010 - 05.2011
Ditch tender
Ivanhoe Irrigation District
03.2008 - 04.2010
Self Employed
Residential and Commercial Sprinkler Service
04.2007 - 03.2008
Sales Associate
West Valley Supply
02.2002 - 02.2007
High School Diploma -
Golden West High School
Irrigation design and installation Course -
College of the Sequoia
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