Steven Vang
Clovis,CA
Summary
Skilled Water Support Technician with the United States Marine Corps, possessing a strong background in water purification and distribution systems. Proven track record of ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and maintaining water quality standards. Dedicated Waste Water Treatment Operator with 6 months of hands-on experience in wastewater treatment processes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Yosemite National Park
El Portal, CA
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Inspected grounds around plant area for debris that could interfere with normal operations or affect water quality.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable environmental regulations regarding water quality standards.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers when discussing operation issues or troubleshooting problems.
- Monitored, adjusted, and maintained chemical feed systems for pH control, chlorine disinfection, and sludge conditioning.
- Assisted with plant start-up or shut down procedures in accordance with established protocols.
- Calibrated instruments such as meters, controllers and gauges on a regular basis to maintain accuracy levels.
- Operated valves, pumps, blowers and aeration systems to control flow and processing of wastewater.
Water Support Technician
United States Marine Corps
Kin, Okinawa
05.2020 - 11.2023
- Maintained and operated water treatment systems, pumps, valves, tanks, and related equipment.
- Inspected and tested water distribution systems for leaks or other malfunctions.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on projects related to water supply management.
- Maintained pumps, water filtration and purification equipment, water storage and distribution systems and laundry and shower facilities.
- Cut, bent and threaded pipes and joining pipes using screws, bolts, fittings, solder and plastic solvents.
- Collected samples to assess water quality and tested for pH, hardness and sediment levels.
- Backwashed filters to remove dirt, grime and buildups.
- Monitored chemical feed pumps to verify proper chemical dosage in treated water.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Ran tests on newly repaired machinery and equipment to confirm proper functionality.
Education
Industrial Maintenance And Automated Technology
Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA02-2025
Skills
- Pipe Threading and Bending
- Water Sampling and Analysis methods
- Water Storage and Distribution systems
- Pump Operation and Maintenance
- Computerized Control Systems
- Wastewater Treatment Knowledge
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Professional Demeanor
- Chemical Handling
- Water Purification Systems
Affiliations
- Fitness enthusiast
- Avid reader and writer
- Video game developer
Accomplishments
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal/ for exemplary personal and professional conduct.
- Global War on Terrorism Medal/ in support of operations to counter terrorism.
- The National Defense Service Medal/ given to members who served honorably during specific periods of armed conflict or national emergency.
- Sea Service Deployment Ribbon/ for 12-months accumulated sea duty.
Languages
Hmong
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Yosemite National Park
11.2023 - 05.2024
Water Support Technician
United States Marine Corps
05.2020 - 11.2023
Industrial Maintenance And Automated Technology
Institute of Technology
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