Rodney Schaefer
Menomonie,WI
Summary
Foreman with expertise prioritizing jobs, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Experience dealing with unexpected emergencies related to the water system. Resourceful individual with 25 years of active experience within the Water Utility. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills. Able to work independently and with the public effectively.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Utility Foreman/OIC
City Of Menomonie
10.2013 - Current
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Works closely with DNR on sanitary inspections and yearly monitoring schedules
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Water Utility Operator
City Of Menomonie
05.1999 - 10.2013
- Responded to calls during utility emergencies to protect integrity of machinery and conserve resources.
- Documented system performance details, parts orders and service logs thoroughly and filed with appropriate record retention protocol.
- Used and monitored computer energy management system with broad knowledge of typical system metrics and associated alarms, alerts and warnings.
- Maintaining building/grounds/roadways for outbuildings/water towers
- Assisted Street Department with snow removal when in need
- Worked closely with Wastewater Utility
Education
No Degree - Construction Management
University Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie09.1998
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School
Menomonie, WI06.1997
Skills
- Worksite Safety
- Monthly Reports
- Materials Management
- Schematics and Blueprints
- Locating
- State Regulatory Testing
- Equipment Operator/CDL
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Water Utility Foreman/OIC
City Of Menomonie
10.2013 - Current
Water Utility Operator
City Of Menomonie
05.1999 - 10.2013
No Degree - Construction Management
University Wisconsin-Stout
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School
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