RYAN SONNENBERG
Chino,CA
Summary
Multi-skilled and experienced water operator pursuing advancement in the water industry. Highly motivated, results oriented, personable and dependable team player. History of meeting challenges and contributing to the success of the water industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Operator T4
Three Valleys MWD
07.2014 - Current
- Operates treatment facilities to control flow and purification of water; regularly monitors plant functions through reading gauges, graphs, meters, control panels, and SCADA System and by performing and evaluating chemical tests; routinely tests and operates emergency equipment.
- Monitored and maintained quality control standards throughout production processes.
- Conduct daily plant rounds to monitor water treatment processes, plant operations, and hydroelectric facilities
- Operate and maintain Belt Filter Press and sludge disposal process
- Perform a variety of general duties inside and outside water treatment facilities including change outs and deliveries of 2 ton chlorine cylinders
- Provide information to the public in the form of plant tours and school project research
Director Division 7
Chino Basin Water Conservation District
12.2018 - 12.2026
- Evaluated drafted and implemented District polices to ensure alignment with current state and federal regulations
- Oversaw development and implementation of sustainable water management policies in compliance with state regulations.
- Collaborated with local agencies to promote public awareness campaigns on water conservation practices.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance water conservation programs across diverse community stakeholders.
Maintenance Worker II Water Production Department
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Perform all functions required of Water Production Operator including: The repair and maintenance of a variety of water facilities including valves, pumps, boosters, and wells; water sampling duties; hydrant flushing; and flow monitoring.
- Maintained accurate logs and records of work performed, preparing reports and documentation to support operational efficiency.
- Monitored and maintained chlorinators, arsenic and nitrate detectors at wells and booster stations to ensure water quality compliance.
- Experience with Wonderware and Clear SCADA systems
- Consistent participation in after hour's on-call program.
Maintenance Worker II Water Distribution Department
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
10.2008 - 01.2011
- Successfully completed all duties of the Water Distribution Operator including: the repair and maintenance of a variety of water systems and facilities including water main lines, water meters, and fire hydrants; the repair of leaks in systems; installing and replacing customer service lines; valve exercising; and participated in marking underground utilities.
- Responsibilities also included the maintenance and upkeep of division vehicles and equipment.
- Had the opportunity to cross-train on multiple positions within the division including the Maintenance Worker II Water Production position which led to my promotion to water production.
- Also, temporarily filled; meter reader position in Customer Service Division from November 2009 to January 2010 until position was permanently filled.
Maintenance Worker I - II
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
03.2007 - 10.2008
- Parks and Landscape.
- Successfully completed all maintenance functions including: trimming trees and shrubs.
- Preparing and applying a variety of pesticides, insecticides, fertilizers, and other pest and disease eradication and control chemicals.
- Maintained the parks irrigation system; set irrigation clocks and controls; performed minor repairs including replacing broken heads and repairing minor breaks in the water lines; assisted with major irrigation repairs as necessary.
- Inspected and operated a variety of tools and equipment including power tools, lawn mowers, trucks, tractors, and backhoe.
Material Handler
OSRAM SYLVANIA
09.2006 - 03.2007
- Performed warehouse duties including: inventory counts; pulling and shipping or orders; and loading and unloading of container trucks.
Assistant Welder
B & D INDUSTRIES
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Performed fabrication of food handling equipment: conveyors, fillers, labelers, etc.
Education
Water Treatment
CSU Sacramento Online
Sacramento, CA, USA01-2016
General Eduacation
Mt. San Antonio Community College
Walnut, CA06-2011
Skills
- Self-starter and strong decision maker
- Familiarity with CCR Title 17 and Title 22
- Knowledge of principles and methods of water quality testing
- SWRCB Water Treatment Grade 4 Operator #29324
- SWRCB Water Distribution Grade 5 Operator #34282
- CA-NV AWWA Water Quality Laboratory Analsyt Grade 2 #20341
- CPR, First Aid and AED Certified
Accomplishments
- Accomplished ELAP proficiency testing for Laboratory Certification for Three Valley Water Quality Lab
- AWWA Water Quality Laboratory Analyst Certification Grade 2
Certification
SWRCB Water Treatment Grade 4 Operator #29324 SWRCB Water Distribution Grade 4 Operator #34282 Valid CA Commercial Class A driver'
Timeline
Director Division 7
Chino Basin Water Conservation District
12.2018 - 12.2026
Treatment Operator T4
Three Valleys MWD
07.2014 - Current
Maintenance Worker II Water Production Department
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
01.2011 - 07.2014
Maintenance Worker II Water Distribution Department
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
10.2008 - 01.2011
Maintenance Worker I - II
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
03.2007 - 10.2008
Material Handler
OSRAM SYLVANIA
09.2006 - 03.2007
Assistant Welder
B & D INDUSTRIES
09.2005 - 08.2006
Water Treatment
CSU Sacramento Online
General Eduacation
Mt. San Antonio Community College