Thomas Yeider
Leslie,MI
Summary
Perceptive Utility Operator with 7 years of experience overseeing functionality of vital building utilities with varying system configurations. Mechanically fluent troubleshooter of problems with complex automation, plumbing and electrical systems. Versatile in water system operations and maintenance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Operator
City Of Mason
01.2017 - Current
- Leads and operates a 2.5 MGD radium removal water treatment plant.
- Take daily, quarterly, yearly water samples and report results to EGLE.
- Mix and refill treatment chemicals as needed with proper PPE
- Perform routine maintenance to all equipment.
- Lead operator on lead and copper testing and cross connection program.
- Performs meter installs and repairs.
- Uses SCADA to control daily operations and alarm response.
- Maintains inventory of spare parts and routinely used products.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with industry best practices and maintain technical expertise in utility operations management techniques.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate utility usage, minimizing disruptions to plant operations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date logs of equipment performance data and maintenance activities conducted.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through careful documentation of utility system readings and adjustments made.
- Enhanced safety procedures by conducting regular inspections of utility systems and reporting any concerns or issues.
- Union steward and member of the Safety Commitee.
CNC Machine Operator and Shift Supervisor
PT&T Precise Machining
06.2006 - 01.2017
- Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
- Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
- Instructed new employees on operation of CNC machines.
- Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
- Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
- Performed periodic maintenance and repairs on CNC machines.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
- Streamlined workflow with effective management of multiple CNC machines simultaneously.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software programs for advanced CNC machine operation.
- Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing CNC machine settings and performing routine maintenance.
- Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
Department Supervisor
Michigan 99 Inc.
06.2000 - 05.2006
- Setup and operated gear cutting machines.
- Used precision measuring equipment to hold tight tolerances.
- Machine repair and building maintenance
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central High School
Brooklyn, MI05.2000
Skills
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Detail Oriented
- Equipment Calibration
- Confined Space Entry
- Safety Protocols
Certification
- S1 Distribution License - State of Michigan
- D1 Limited Treatment License- State of Michigan
- A-1i Stormwater management certification
- Graduate of Michigan Public Service Institute
- Class A CDL w/ tanker and air brake endorsements
- Sacramento State Water Treatment Plant Certificate
- Sacramento State Utility Management Certificate
Timeline
Utility Operator
City Of Mason
01.2017 - Current
CNC Machine Operator and Shift Supervisor
PT&T Precise Machining
06.2006 - 01.2017
Department Supervisor
Michigan 99 Inc.
06.2000 - 05.2006
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central High School
- S1 Distribution License - State of Michigan
- D1 Limited Treatment License- State of Michigan
- A-1i Stormwater management certification
- Graduate of Michigan Public Service Institute
- Class A CDL w/ tanker and air brake endorsements
- Sacramento State Water Treatment Plant Certificate
- Sacramento State Utility Management Certificate
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