Shaun Braatz
Fond du Lac,WI
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in wastewater treatment operations. Skilled in monitoring water quality, performing maintenance, and collaborating with teams to resolve issues. Committed to improving processes and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Wastewater Technician
Oshkosh Corporation
Oshkosh , WI
07.2006 - Current
- Operated wastewater treatment equipment and systems for optimal performance.
- Monitored water quality and conducted routine sampling for compliance.
- Performed preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, and filtration systems.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues effectively.
- Assisted in training new technicians on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Participated in emergency response drills to prepare for potential incidents.
- Maintained control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
- Managed water recovery and control services by detecting leaks, tracing problems and testing flow.
- Calibrated instruments used to measure pH levels and turbidity in water samples.
- Recorded data from instrumentation readings and operations logs.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on wastewater treatment equipment.
- Participated in training sessions related to new technologies or processes being implemented at the facility.
- Analyzed complex technical data related to water chemistry and other factors impacting wastewater treatment plants.
- Assisted in the collection of wastewater samples for laboratory analysis.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed when working with hazardous materials such as chlorine gas.
- Monitored and adjusted chemical feed rates according to laboratory results.
- Provided guidance to less experienced technicians in proper operational techniques.
- Worked closely with engineers to develop plans for improving existing processes or implementing new ones.
- Performed preventative maintenance activities on all mechanical systems within the wastewater plant.
- Cleaned and maintained tanks, filter beds and other work areas.
- Assisted in safe unloading and storage of chemicals.
- Collected and tested water and sewage samples using test equipment and color analysis standards.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters, and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- Operated and adjusted equipment controls to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Wastewater Treatment And Water Supply
Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WISkills
- For the past 13 years I've been a leader in our Wastewater plant for our E-coat system at Oshkosh Corporation
- Efficient and experienced in industrial metal water treatment Including batch treatment and Filter Press processes
- Helped and assisted in maintaining filtration system including RO and Paint filtration processes related to our system
- Work with our environmental team with any and all Lab/Wastewater issues we've had
- Work with chemical vendors in regards to our metal water treatment Give feedback on problems or concerns we run into
- Work with lead engineers on new process ideas, scheduling maintenance work, troubleshooting issues that arise, communicating infomation with coworkers
Timeline
Wastewater Technician
Oshkosh Corporation
07.2006 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Wastewater Treatment And Water Supply
Moraine Park Technical College