Thomas Gaarde
San Jacinto,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Water Technician with strong skills in water sample analysis, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage laboratory processes and ensure safety standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Technician
DaVita
Ontario, California
02.2019 - Current
- Process water and dialysate samples from initial receipt through finalized results in accordance with laboratory standards.
- Perform specimen receiving, preparation, and processing, including culture setup and interpretation for water and dialysate samples.
- Analyze endotoxin specimens and prepare smears for Gram staining of environmental water samples.
- Conduct trace metal analysis on water samples using established laboratory methods.
- Review, validate, and release results through the laboratory information system with high accuracy.
- Operate laboratory instruments and perform all calibrations, quality control checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting following SOPs.
- Manage reagent preparation, handling, storage, and inventory to ensure readiness and compliance.
- Review workflow reports and provide clear communication of pending work to incoming technicians.
- Ensure timely, accurate reporting of test results to caregivers and clinical teams.
- Participate in laboratory quality improvement initiatives, safety procedures, and required proficiency testing.
- Follow and exceed regulatory, accreditation, safety, and infection control standards.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient data and company records.
- Replace DIASAFE and DIACAP filters, pre-filters, and handle parasitic acid procedures.
- Troubleshoot and maintain multiple RO (Reverse Osmosis) water treatment systems used in acute dialysis settings.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot various types of hemodialysis machines.
Driver
Rayne water
Covina, California
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Transported and exchanged soft water tanks and salt to residential and commercial customers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Organized daily travel routes and maintained accurate customer paperwork for efficient operations.
- Communicated effectively via two-way radio and cellular phone to coordinate routes and updates.
- Loaded and unloaded work trucks at the start and end of routes, maintaining proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Cold-called over 50 customers per week to solicit new business opportunities and offer services.
- Completed order forms and collected payments to ensure customer accounts remained current.
- Consulted with customers to gather feedback, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction with products and services.
- Maintained strong relationships with established customers to promote new products and services.
Education
Glen A Wilson
Hacienda Heights, CA06-2012
Skills
- Water Testing & Dialysis Systems
- RO System Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Laboratory Analysis & Quality Control
- Equipment Calibration & Instrument Operation
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Team Collaboration & Communication
- Process Optimization & Workflow Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Water Technician
DaVita
02.2019 - Current
Driver
Rayne water
02.2015 - 02.2019
Glen A Wilson