Shawn Stephens
Houston
Summary
Operator offering over 10 years experience supporting Clear Lake Water Authority seeking new position in Process Technology. Highly skilled in the operations of a water treatment facility. Completed training in Process Technology, Safety and Equipment. Possess strong critical thinking skills working through emergency operations. Experience in public safety and mechanical knowledge. Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Treatment Plant Chief Operator
Clear Lake City Water Authority
02.2016 - 08.2023
- Directly responsible for monitoring and maintaining the performance of all equipment in the treatment plant and pump station.
- Perform routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures and flow rates.
- Perform lock out and tag outs by procedure for equipment maintenance.
- Performed water quality sampling, testing and analysis.
- Ensure safe and efficient performance of maintenance and project work.
- Operate and maintain sludge belt press.
- Control, monitor, and adjustment of all control systems and manually operated equipment.
- Act as a resource for other Operators and/or Technicians on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army, Schofield Barracks
09.2007 - 01.2011
Completed assignments according to regulations and recognized as a strong contributor as a Combat Engineer.
- Received Honorable Discharge.
- Combat Driver
- Radio Telephone Operator in the Tactical Operations Center
- The Army Achievement Medal
- The Army Commendation Medal
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Clear Lake City Water Authority
06.2004 - 09.2007
- Monitored and maintained the performance of all equipment in the treatment plant and pump stations.
- Collected samples in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.
- Maintained, operated, repaired and replaced equipment as necessary.
- Responsible for recording data concerning plant operations.
- Ensured that plant operated within required standards.
- Operated and maintained sludge belt press.
Education
San Jacinto Community College
Pasadena, TX01-2013
Skills
- Process Technology
- Wastewater Treatment
- Safety Protocols
- Ability to work in confined space
- Equipment
- Operations
- Maintenance procedures
- Mechanical Operations
- Troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues
- Regulatory policies
- Emergency Operations & Disaster Recovery
- Excellent communicator
Accomplishments
- Selected by management team as one of the top Operators to assist in Disaster Recovery Operations, hurricanes and running plant operations.
- Recognized for ensuring all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship for all members of the team, employees and community.
Timeline
Water Treatment Plant Chief Operator
Clear Lake City Water Authority
02.2016 - 08.2023
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army, Schofield Barracks
09.2007 - 01.2011
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Clear Lake City Water Authority
06.2004 - 09.2007
San Jacinto Community College
HANDS ON EXPERIENCE
- San Jacinto College - Process Technology
- Introduction to Process Technology
- Process Operations and Instrumentation - control loops, reading and drawing PFDs and P&IDs, hands-on operating procedures within team settings.
- Systems and Troubleshooting - startup and shutdown procedures, overview of systems and their respective equipment, locate and determine most effective solutions to system problems while remaining in operation
- Safety, Health and Environmental – OSHA, PPE, PSM