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ROLAND AVIE

Savannah,Ga.

Summary

Solid experience in supervising general operations and allocating tasks and resources to meet company objectives. Coordination and control of activities for several departments. Supervision and performance management of over25 years. Proven success in training and developing employees. Constantly met departmental/organizational targets on time and in good order. Accustomed to handling multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Strong interpersonal skills including proven competency in negotiation and conflict management. Excellent administrative skills. Wide-ranging liaison experience with all levels of management.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Water & Sewer Supervisor

City Of Savannah
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered high-quality results under tight deadlines through effective prioritization of urgent tasks and efficient workflow management.
  • Established a reputation as a reliable, knowledgeable, and professional resource within the organization by consistently delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
  • Streamlined communication between departments with clear documentation of completed tasks and necessary follow-up actions.
  • Provided essential training to new employees on water treatment processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Continuously improved treatment operations through analysis of data trends from system monitoring tools and adjusting processes accordingly.
  • Assisted management in preparing annual budgets for operational costs associated with water treatment processes, contributing to financial stability within the organization.
  • Maintained accurate records of all necessary documentation related to permits, environmental standards, safety guidelines, and employee certifications.
  • Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
  • Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
  • Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
  • Maintained control and accountability of all regulated state sampling procedures ensuring that the organization remained in compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency.

Water Treatment Operator/Inside Operations

City of Savannah
01.2015 - Current
  • Responsible for daily office operations to include assisting customers and maintaining accuracy of all data to be recorded and filed
  • Always perform daily administrative duties and office operations maintaining professional and above standard practices
  • Assist in training new employees to ensure they are equipped to perform all necessary duties
  • Generate and submit monthly/yearly reports that are mandated my Environmental Protection Agency and Groundwater division
  • Manage and create filing systems to ensure all necessary data is maintained according to policy
  • Input all state regulated data daily to ensure proper reporting procedures are conducted
  • Responds to water system emergencies
  • Communicates effectively with owners, employees, customers, regulatory personnel and others
  • Discuss with customers their water-related concerns
  • Troubleshoot and address water related complaints of all customers
  • Conduct safety inspections follow safety rules and provide safety training
  • Oversee all aspects of water system operation, maintenance and monitoring
  • Operate and maintain well pumps and hydropneumatics pressure tanks.

Strapper/Loader

International Paper Company
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Loaded and unloaded bales of paper entering the pulp mill to assist in making brown paper
  • Performed Group Lockouts on sensitive equipment
  • Operated fork and Lift trucks daily using maximum safety at all times
  • Always performed proper radio communications
  • Maintained historical data using computer-based programs.

Platoon Sergeant/First Sergeant 226th Quartermaster Company

FT. Stewart Ga.
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Responsible for maintaining Water Operations and force protection for over 100 Soldiers
  • Key accomplishments: Successfully Cross-trained Soldiers to conduct Water Operations and Security Operations during Operation Iraqi Freedom III
  • Supplied over 100 Million gallons of water to Northern Iraq Multi Coalition forces
  • Maintained a high level of force protection and security for personnel and equipment worth over 80 million dollars
  • Successfully managed over 100 Soldiers to safely distribute and supply items to friendly forces and return home safely with no breach in security operations
  • Fuel and Water Responsible officer was responsible for distribution and funds for fuel distributed to northern Iraq
  • Fuel accountability worth over 100 million dollars.
  • Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities


Platoon Sergeant, 202nd Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for force protection training and security training of over 60 Soldiers
  • Key accomplishments: Trained over 60 Soldiers in self-defense to protect themselves during Operation Iraqi Freedom II
  • Maintain complete control of Convoy Security Operations while conducting over 30 Convoys in Iraq
  • Organized and trained his platoon in defense procedures which resulted in the successful capture of over 30 Iraqi enemies.
  • Evaluated performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions proactively.
  • Coordinated with multiple departments to facilitate smooth logistics operations and timely deliveries.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of equipment maintenance and repair services.
  • Analyzed inventory to determine serviceable, unserviceable and salvageable materials and compared items against back stock records to distribute to designated locations.

Platoon Sergeant, 512th Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Responsible for training and guiding over 50 Soldiers in water operations and basic force protection procedures
  • Key accomplishments: Managed water operations for the Army, Navy, Air force and Marines in Egypt
  • Successfully trained entire platoon on water management and operations during deployment to Egypt
  • Provided over 10 Million gallons of water to Soldiers deployed to Egypt
  • Conducted Security Operations for the entire company while deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Alpha Company 702 Main Support Battalion

Camp Casey Korea
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Responsible for complete water operations and flood relief for South Korea
  • Key accomplishments: Supervised daily water operations for over 50,000 personnel
  • Maintained water supply for civilian personnel during flood relief procedures
  • Coordinated Security force for military equipment valued at over 10 Million dollars.

Platoon Sergeant 512th Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.1993 - 01.2000
  • Responsible for the health, welfare, morale, and training of the 40 Soldiers in my platoon
  • Key Accomplishments: Supervised all daily force protection operations
  • Established new suspect apprehension and search procedures which resulted in 25% less injury to military personnel
  • Implemented computer-based training program that enabled the company to take advantage of 'best practice' civilian policing programs.

Guard Force Operations Officer, Fox Battery 7th Field Artillery

Schofield Barracks
01.1990 - 01.1993
  • Responsible for managing the daily operations in guarding over 500 refugees across Guantanamo Bay Cuba in security related assignments
  • Key accomplishments: Responded to short-suspense taskings with ease and professionalism
  • Ensured that the right mix of security professionals were deployed to handle all assigned missions
  • Ensured emergency response actions were properly coordinated with local police agencies in a timely manner
  • Coordinated, scheduled and led unit weapon training and field exercises.

Education

Master of Arts - Human Resources Management

Webster University
St Louis, MO
06.2021

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Environmental awareness
  • Operational Data Management
  • EPA Standards
  • Critical Thinking
  • Computer Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Safety Procedures
  • Training and mentoring
  • Coordinating Daily Operations
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Safety Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Conflict Resolution
  • MS Office
  • Staff Supervision
  • Performance monitoring

Timeline

Water & Sewer Supervisor

City Of Savannah
08.2022 - Current

Water Treatment Operator/Inside Operations

City of Savannah
01.2015 - Current

Strapper/Loader

International Paper Company
01.2010 - 01.2015

Platoon Sergeant/First Sergeant 226th Quartermaster Company

FT. Stewart Ga.
01.2006 - 01.2010

Platoon Sergeant, 202nd Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.2003 - 01.2006

Platoon Sergeant, 512th Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.2001 - 01.2003

Alpha Company 702 Main Support Battalion

Camp Casey Korea
01.2000 - 01.2001

Platoon Sergeant 512th Quartermaster Company

Hunter Army Airfield
01.1993 - 01.2000

Guard Force Operations Officer, Fox Battery 7th Field Artillery

Schofield Barracks
01.1990 - 01.1993

Master of Arts - Human Resources Management

Webster University
ROLAND AVIE