Stephen Smuda
South Dayton
Summary
Dynamic Technical Specialist with extensive experience at RAFA Systems, Inc., excelling in troubleshooting SCADA systems for water and wastewater applications. Proven ability to enhance system efficiency through innovative upgrades and effective training. Skilled in electrical and plumbing repairs, complemented by strong problem-solving and communication abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Specialist
RAFA Systems, Inc
01.2019 - Current
- Completed troubleshooting and diagnostics on customer SCADA Systems in Water and Wastewater applications.
- Troubleshooting required onsite and remote access to control systems.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure including added features and updating software.
- Repair and replace switches, transducers, and other equipment tied into the control systems.
Wastewater Training Circuit Rider
NY Rural Water Association
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Complete onsite visits to Municipal wastewater facilities to assist with troubleshooting and process issues.
- Discuss facility upgrades and process improvements.
- Perform training of municipal operators to assist with annual continuing education requirements.
Public Works Superintendent
Village of South Dayton
07.2002 - 01.2017
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
- Analyzed completed projects against established budgets to track spending and determine levels of success.
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise, and education.
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management including water and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
- Maintained vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
- Building and grounds maintenance including electrical, plumbing, and overall building upkeep.
- Roads, culvert, and sidewalk repair. Performed and oversaw the maintenance and repair of Village streets, culverts, and sidewalks including paving, shoulder repair, sidewalk replacement.
- Maintain a safe and clean maintenance shop with adequate supplies and maintained vehicles and equipment.
- Operator of water and wastewater systems. Duties included production of safe drinking water, repair of water main breaks, maintaining fire hydrants, water pumps, chemical feed pumps, and filters.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gowanda Central School
Gowanda, NYSkills
- Troubleshooting of electrical and plumbing equipment
- Repair of SCADA Systems and equipment requiring adjustments and calibrating to maximize efficiency of monitoring and control systems for water and wastewater plants
- Installation and calibration of sensors, transducers, level control, chemical feed pumps
- Installation piping and fittings
Timeline
Technical Specialist
RAFA Systems, Inc
01.2019 - Current
Wastewater Training Circuit Rider
NY Rural Water Association
01.2017 - 12.2018
Public Works Superintendent
Village of South Dayton
07.2002 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Gowanda Central School