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Rory Hohensee

Porter

Summary

Dynamic Senior Plant Operator with extensive experience at the City of Houston, excelling in SCADA operation and water quality monitoring. Proven track record in regulatory compliance and alarm response, effectively optimizing processes while training new staff. Adept at resolving complex issues, ensuring operational excellence in water treatment facilities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Plant Operator / HW Operations Technician I

City of Houston - HPW
Houston
01.2011 - Current
  • Monitor and control industrial processes within the SCADA system.
  • Make real-time decisions to ensure smooth operations for the City of Houston Water Department.
  • Monitor and control water plant distribution pressure.
  • Assist in resolving customer service complaints (311 calls) regarding water quality and pressure.
  • Work with HFD to ensure proper water pressure for emergency situations.
  • Part of the tier 1 crew that assists during natural disasters.
  • Operate water treatment facilities to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Coordinate with team members to manage daily operational workflows efficiently.
  • Train new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Respond to alarms and system alerts to mitigate potential issues promptly.
  • Maintain accurate logs of plant operations and maintenance activities.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with TCEQ quality standards.
  • Prepare reports summarizing daily shift activity for management review.

Water Plant Operator

City of Houston - HPW
Houston
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Conducted routine water quality tests and recorded results.
  • Maintained chemical feed systems and ensured proper dosing levels.
  • Implemented safety protocols and maintained compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues.
  • Documented daily operations in maintenance logs and reports.
  • Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting problems related to plant operation including malfunctions of pumps, motors, controls.
  • Adjusted chemicals such as chlorine or lime to maintain proper pH balance in water supply.
  • Monitored water plant operations to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations.
  • Documented readings from meters that measure chlorine residuals at various points within the distribution system.
  • Assisted with training new employees on proper operating techniques for treating drinking water supplies.

Utility Worker

City of Houston - HPW
Houston
06.2005 - 01.2008
  • Physically inspected water plants to check residual chlorine levels in water tanks.
  • Changed chlorine tanks as necessary.
  • Checked the site facility for break-ins.
  • Monitored pump rooms for distribution pressure.
  • Inspected water wells and distribution pumps.
  • Logged daily water pumpage.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Pius X High Slchoo
Houston, TX
06-2000

Skills

  • SCADA operation
  • Water quality monitoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Chemical dosing
  • Alarm response
  • Process optimization

Certification

  • Type Surface C Water License

Date Issued: May 2023

Expiration Date: June 2026

NumberWS0009140

Issued By: TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Plant Operator / HW Operations Technician I

City of Houston - HPW
01.2011 - Current

Water Plant Operator

City of Houston - HPW
01.2008 - 01.2011

Utility Worker

City of Houston - HPW
06.2005 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

St. Pius X High Slchoo

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