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Vincent Narvaez

Vincent Narvaez

Salinas,CA

Summary

A versatile individual with excellent work ethic in search of a position that allows for growth within a team-oriented environment. WWTP/TREATMENT/DISTRIBUTION O&M Safety, Hazmat and PPE Proficient Daily SCADA Analysis Parts and Supply Requisition Task Management

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Utility Worker/ Relief Certified Pump Operator

California Water
Salinas, CA
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Daily management of water treatment and booster pump stations
  • Daily logging and recording station performance and operation
  • Repair and maintenance of injection pumps and appurtenances
  • Monitoring of chemical feed rates and adjustments when required
  • Using SCADA, observe trends, modify station settings when required and report any disruption in operation to mgmt
  • Operation of KloudGin Field Management software
  • Sampling of system water for lab analysis
  • Maintenance of station grounds and upkeep of surrounding areas for cleanliness
  • Observe station chemistry, maintaining levels to Calwater and state regulations
  • Operation and calibration of analyzers as needed
  • Follow and observe all safety protocols with proper PPE
  • Meter reading, service person and leak truck duties when needed
  • Maintain a work truck and tools, schedule repairs and service when required
  • Perform scheduled safety training
  • Routine on-call status
  • Perform overtime periodically when requested.

Water / Wastewater Technician

Santa Lucia Preserve
Carmel, CA
08.2015 - 08.2021
  • Independent and without supervision, perform daily routine operations, in-house coliform and process sampling (turbidity, chlorine residuals, pH, etc.)
  • Using SCADA, observe and report alarms or adverse conditions outside normal operating parameters to management
  • Operation and maintenance of a Membrane Bioreactor (MBR)
  • Maintain plant records including operation and daily logs
  • Daily, weekly and monthly Chain of Custody sampling
  • Blower maintenance when scheduled
  • Maintain chlorine direct injection sites, salt levels, calibration of meters, adjustment of pumping units
  • Log data for trend analysis
  • Influent wetwell pump removal and replacement

Management

  • Monthly septic tank inspections
  • Chlorine sampling/flushing of the distribution system
  • Contact and scheduling with external service providers for repairs when necessary
  • GIS Data Collection
  • Sewer CCTV inspection
  • Water meter and radio transmitter installation
  • Service meter installations & repairs
  • Maintenance and upkeep of all issued tools and equipment
  • Weekend rotation schedule as well as on-call status
  • Overtime when needed.

Waste Treatment Technician

TTM Technologies
Milpitas, CA
02.2015 - 08.2015
  • Perform routine and as needed analysis of final effluent ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal regulations
  • Hourly Ph metering checks as well as heavy metal lab analysis using a Perkin-Elmer
  • Atomic Spectro Photometer
  • Daily sludge press operation
  • Identify chemical, mechanical, electrical conditions that affect or have the potential to affect the operations of the wastewater treatment system
  • Operate and monitor incoming water treatment systems (softeners, RO and deionizers)
  • Responsible for shipping and handling of hazardous wastes; receiving chemical shipments, handling and storage in compliance with U.S
  • Department of Transportation and U.S.E.P.A
  • Regulations
  • Transport, by forklift, precious metal recovery to secure containment
  • Clean hazardous material containers prior to recycling or disposal
  • Troubleshoot all water treatment systems and notify management of any adverse events
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Sacramento State – Office of Water Programs Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance Water Treatment Plant Operation Membrane Bioreactors Los Angeles Trade Tech College Wastewater Technology Automotive Technology U.S. MARINE CORPS Heavy Equipment Diesel Repair -

WWTPO Grade 2 Water Treatment T2 Water Distribution D2 Confined Space Entry CPR_AED - undefined

Skills

  • SCADA operation
  • GIS data collection
  • Injection pump repair
  • Process analyzer calibration and repair
  • Task management
  • Safety, Hazmat and PPE Proficient

Certification

ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) certified. HAZMAT training. Forklift training and certification.

Timeline

Utility Worker/ Relief Certified Pump Operator

California Water
08.2021 - 05.2022

Water / Wastewater Technician

Santa Lucia Preserve
08.2015 - 08.2021

Waste Treatment Technician

TTM Technologies
02.2015 - 08.2015

Sacramento State – Office of Water Programs Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance Water Treatment Plant Operation Membrane Bioreactors Los Angeles Trade Tech College Wastewater Technology Automotive Technology U.S. MARINE CORPS Heavy Equipment Diesel Repair -

WWTPO Grade 2 Water Treatment T2 Water Distribution D2 Confined Space Entry CPR_AED - undefined

Vincent Narvaez