My career goal is to join a company where I can exercise my professional work ethic and contribute to overall growth and success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Systems/Facilities Operator
Intel
06.2022 - 07.2025
Routine maintenance and troubleshooting water systems to ensure optimal performance of water treatment facility. Main focus Biological and Thermal.
Monitor water quality and system processes to maintain optimal performance.
Working and collaborating with System Owners and Engineers on daily basis to ensure proper function of system and procedures.
Led Veolia Operations.
Perform daily safety procedures and routine maintenance schedule of water systems.
Daily use of FMS and SCADA.
Responsible for daily bulk chemical offloads.
Lead daily pass down to oncoming shift.
Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance to minimize downtime.
Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, contributing to swift resolution and minimal disruptions.
Documented daily production activities, ensuring accurate reporting for management review.
Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
Water Technician
Cascade Water Systems/ Orchard Vineyard Supply
02.2022 - 06.2022
Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair water treatment equipment and well pumps.
Service water treatment equipment.
Perform construction related activities on wells and service lines.
HDPE fusion welding.
Troubleshoot, repair, install electrical components of well pumps.
General construction labor duties: digging, lifting 50lb. + pipefitting, trench work.
Operate general construction equipment.
Achievements/Tasks
Conducted water quality testing using analytical tools to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Maintained and calibrated water treatment equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
Natural Gas Service Line Installer
Heat Relief Heating and Cooling
06.2021 - 12.2021
Installed natural gas service lines to meters and appliances. Cut and thread pipe.
Installed natural gas underground poly pipe service to meters.
Performed residential and commercial gas meter relocates and red tags for NW Natural. Tied into NW Natural meters.
Pressure testing for final approval as necessary for inspectors.
Communicate with customers, inspectors and NW Natural employees to assure safety and job completion.
Customer Service.
Proficient in all tools and machines of the plumbing, pipefitting trade.
Achievements/Tasks
Assisted in troubleshooting system issues, providing timely solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.
Collaborated with team members to execute installation projects efficiently, adhering to deadlines and quality standards.
Lead Water Treatment Service Technician
Wolfer's Home Services
06.2020 - 06.2021
Responsible for leading installation and service training sessions for new employees. Trained employees in the field as well as technical support to fellow employees.
Maintained satisfaction to residential and commercial customers by providing exceptional customer service.
Proficient in the use and operation of tools and machines of the plumbing trade.
Proficient in plumbing code, water contaminants and treatment processes.
Installation, service and repair of water treatment systems and machines; Reverse osmosis, water softeners, etc.
Communicate with office and sales staff regarding individual projects as well as operating procedures to ensure projects are completed on time and properly.
Meet with management periodically to review installation/ service performance, including performance to company revenue and profit margin targets.
Lead Water Treatment Service/ Install Technician
Eco Water NW/ Culligan Waterco
01.2003 - 01.2020
Installation, service, and repair of water treatment systems and machines; reverse osmosis, water softeners, etc. Well water treatment processes and service.
Experience and knowledge of all tools and machines of the plumbing trade, as well as plumbing code, water contaminants and purification processes.
Provide exceptional customer service to both residential and commercial clients.
Responsible for onsite water testing and lab analysis procedures.
Responsible for recording daily work orders invoicing, inventory.
Provide technical support to technicians in the field as well as customer calls.
Achievements/Tasks
Welder
McDowell Welding and Pipe Fitting Inc.
01.1996 - 01.1999
Operated welding equipment to join metal components with precision and safety.
MIG, stick welding.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly and fabrication.
Responsible for build, fit and weld of high quality product in an efficient manner.
Overhead crane operations.
Shop and field work as required.
Built NW Natural Gas pipe systems, ship hoppers for offshore use, conveyor belt systems, lube oil holding tanks, pressure vessels, and structural base systems for industrial use. Pipe fabrication.
Education
Certificate - Welding Technology
Portland Community College
Portland, OR
06-1995
Skills
Industrial Wastewater
Municipal Water Treatment
SCADA system operation
Maintenance
Bulk Chemicals
Confined Space
Hazardous materials handling
High Voltage Electrical Systems
Instrumentation and Controls
Welding/ MIG, Stick
Fabrication
Diagnostic Repair
Reverse Osmosis
Hydraulic systems
Backflow prevention
Time Management
Quality Control
Moral Booster
Detail Oriented
Motivated
Certification
Certified Water Treatment Operator, Intel Biological
Water Quality Association Certified Installer, February 2017
ELGA Technical Services Training Certification, May 2018