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Tina Whitman

Port Orange,FL

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level lab tech position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Professional Treatment Specialist with responsible background in operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater collection and water treatment and distribution. Over 20 years of experience in public utilities with certification in wastewater treatment. Complies with federal and state safety laws and regulations to support healthy environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City Of Holly Hill
04.2020 - Current
  • Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
  • Managed chemical inventory levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock for uninterrupted plant operations.
  • Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
  • Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by [State].
  • Ensured proper handling of biosolids produced from treatment processes, coordinating with disposal facilities for appropriate transportation and disposal methods.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
  • Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
  • Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
  • Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
  • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City Of DeLand
11.2004 - 03.2020
  • Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
  • Ensured proper handling of biosolids produced from treatment processes, coordinating with disposal facilities for appropriate transportation and disposal methods.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
  • Trained new operators on standard procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members.
  • Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
  • Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
  • Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
  • Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
  • Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
  • Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.

Education

No Degree - Advanced Waste Treatment

California State University
Sacramento, CA
01.2024

No Degree - Operation of Wastewater Treatment II

California State University
Sacramento, CA
12.2008

No Degree - Operation of Wastewater Treatment I

California State University
Sacramento, CA
10.2008

GED -

Daytona Beach Community College
DeLand, FL
12.1990

Skills

  • Wastewater Treatment Knowledge
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Plant Inspection Procedures
  • Pump Stations
  • Basic Lab Testing
  • Collecting Samples for Lab Testing

Certification

  • Licensed Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
  • C level license currently

Timeline

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City Of Holly Hill
04.2020 - Current

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

City Of DeLand
11.2004 - 03.2020

No Degree - Advanced Waste Treatment

California State University

No Degree - Operation of Wastewater Treatment II

California State University

No Degree - Operation of Wastewater Treatment I

California State University

GED -

Daytona Beach Community College
Tina Whitman