Richard Olson Jr
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor skilled in resolving critical issues in time-sensitive environments, with a proven track record of building and leading talented teams. Highly organized, energetic, and adaptable, dedicated to continuous improvement. Demonstrated ability to motivate staff to collaborate effectively and achieve goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Supervisor
City Of Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Led a team of 13 employees in managing daily operations for the city's water distribution, production, and treatment system.
- Created and implemented policies, procedures, and programs to strengthen and maintain the city's water infrastructure.
- Contributed to budget planning for departmental expenses, covering upgrades, supplies, equipment, and personnel.
- Collaborated on identifying improvement opportunities within Capital Improvement Projects.
- Ensured workplace safety compliance by delivering training sessions and providing necessary safety equipment for staff.
- Monitored team productivity, offering constructive feedback and coaching to enhance performance.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
Water Maintenance Worker P/T
City of Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
02.2009 - 11.2024
- Supported routine maintenance, emergency repairs, and the replacement of valves, services, fire hydrants, and water meters.
- Assisted with customer service inquiries and requests.
Water System Operator III
City of Torrance
Torrance, CA
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Ensured optimal performance and water quality parameters of the water distribution system, including support at the WRD, Robert W. Goldsworthy Desalter for reliability and efficiency.
- Monitored data inputs to ensure accuracy in system management and reporting.
- Tracked water pressure, flow rates, and water levels within the distribution network.
- Conducted routine maintenance, upgrades, and new installs on pumps, valves, services, meters, and other water system equipment.
- Led teams on water infrastructure improvement projects and during emergency response situations.
- Collected water samples for laboratory analysis to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Maintained daily logs documenting activities related to water system operations.
Water Maintenance Technician III - Construction
Irvine Ranch Water District
Irvine, CA
11.2009 - 06.2021
- Led teams with the repairs, upgrades, and new installations of the district's potable, non-potable, and sewer water infrastructure.
- Followed company and governmental health and safety regulations and trained new team members.
- Maintained daily logs, closed work orders, managed inventory, and performed maintenance on all equipment and machinery.
- Used welding and brazing equipment to make repairs and/or upgrades to the district's water infrastructure.
- Operated heavy machinery such as backhoes, excavators, front loader, dozer, hydro-excavators, and boom truck cranes in a safe manner.
- Cross-trained in various departments such as Asset Management, Inspections, Water Treatment, and Mechanical Maintenance departments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Water Utility Science
Santiago Canyon College
OrangeSome College (No Degree) - Water Utility Science
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CASome College (No Degree) - Construction Project Management
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CASkills
- Leadership and team management skills
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Technical proficiency
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Background in asset management
- Experience in preventive maintenance planning
- Community relations expertise
Certification
- Water Distribution Operator Grade IV - #36398
- Water Treatment Operator Grade II - #36076
- Driver's License Class A
- NCCCO Crane certified for boom truck and fixed cab
Timeline
Water Supervisor
City Of Manhattan Beach
06.2023 - Current
Water System Operator III
City of Torrance
06.2021 - 06.2023
Water Maintenance Technician III - Construction
Irvine Ranch Water District
11.2009 - 06.2021
Water Maintenance Worker P/T
City of Huntington Beach
02.2009 - 11.2024
- Water Distribution Operator Grade IV - #36398
- Water Treatment Operator Grade II - #36076
- Driver's License Class A
- NCCCO Crane certified for boom truck and fixed cab
Some College (No Degree) - Water Utility Science
Santiago Canyon College
Some College (No Degree) - Water Utility Science
Sacramento State
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Project Management
Long Beach City College
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