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Richard Petersen

Bonney Lake,WA

Summary

Over 20 successful years experience working in the water/wastewater industry. In addition, over 15 years volunteering as a youth hockey coach.

During this time, I have honed my interpersonal skills enabling me to work well with and manage many personalities.

Always strive to improve in all I do in life, Personally and professionally.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Water Quality/Cross Connection Specialist

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
03.2013 - Current
  • Satellite water system management.
  • Seasonal well startup, operation and winterization.
  • Monitor U.S. EPA and Washington DOH regulations for compliance.
  • Evaluate water sample results. Provide management corrective action recommendations.
  • Respond to daily water quality questions/concerns.
  • Compile detailed reports of each water quality call.
  • Maintenance/calibration of water quality analyzers and equipment.
  • System flushing to maintain water quality.
  • PRV adjustments as needed to maintain water quality.
  • Complete monthly Washington DOH groundwater and chlorine residual reports.
  • Assume District's cross connection control program administrator roll.
  • Cross connection control program evaluation.
  • Inform management of cross connection control program deficiencies.
  • Prioritize cross connection control program deficiencies and create timeline for corrective actions.
  • Conduct cross connection surveys for new and existing services.
  • Formal request of customers to correct any cross connection deficiencies found in a timely manner.
  • Manage operations inventory control.
  • Order materials for operation team.
  • 24 hour on-call duty.


Lead Sewer Tecnician

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
08.2006 - 03.2013
  • Sewer gravity main maintenance to include: High pressure jetting, Manhole frame grade adjustment, minor Inflow and Infiltration repair, smoke test ,TV inspection, side sewer inspection.
  • Sewer lift stations/pressure main maintenance to include: Troubleshoot and repair lift station controls/electrical issues, maintain lift station equipment, odor complaint mitigation.
  • Responsible for detailed recordkeeping of all sewer maintenance/repairs, to include inventory of sewer assets.
  • Patch asphalt/sidewalk repair.
  • Utility locates of district owned infrastructure.
  • Equipment/vehicle repairs/maintenance.
  • 24 hour emergency on call rotation.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of sewer equipment.

Safety officer

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
12.2007 - 12.2011

-Review and revise District safety programs and policies.

-Calibrate, maintain and repair monitoring equipment

-Worksite hazard evaluation.

-Schedule and administer monthly safety meetings.

-Track safety equipment for replacement dates.

-Review accident/incident reports.


Construction Specialist

Soos Creek Water and Sewer
01.2003 - 08.2006
  • Responsible for water/sewer repairs of water and sewer infrastructure.
  • Experience includes: mainline repair, service line installations/replacement, fire hydrant repair, maintenance and replacement, reservoir cleaning, Sewer pressure main repair.

Facilities Maintenance

Soos Creek Water And Sewer District
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Responsible for trimming/cutting grass, painting, weeding and making district owned facilities look professionally landscaped.
  • Assist pump technician with miscellaneous water pump station/Sewer/lift station repair.

Meter Reader

Soos Creek Water and Sewer
12.2001 - 01.2002
  • Regular scheduled meter reading (manual and touch read), meter replacements, closing reads, customer leak checks, and meter box maintenance/vegetation control.

Education

Water Technology - Water Technology

Green River College
Auburn, WA
07.2025

No Degree - Underground Utility Certifications

WETRC
Auburn, WA

No Degree - Business

Highline Community College
Des Moines, WA
2001

High School Diploma -

Highline High School
Burien, WA
05.1999

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent customer service
  • Excellent working with others
  • Leadship skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Exceptional mechanical skills

Timeline

Water Quality/Cross Connection Specialist

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
03.2013 - Current

Safety officer

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
12.2007 - 12.2011

Lead Sewer Tecnician

Cedar River Water And Sewer District
08.2006 - 03.2013

Construction Specialist

Soos Creek Water and Sewer
01.2003 - 08.2006

Facilities Maintenance

Soos Creek Water And Sewer District
01.2002 - 01.2003

Meter Reader

Soos Creek Water and Sewer
12.2001 - 01.2002

Water Technology - Water Technology

Green River College

No Degree - Underground Utility Certifications

WETRC

No Degree - Business

Highline Community College

High School Diploma -

Highline High School
Richard Petersen