Jesus Tarazon
El Cajon
Summary
Water treatment operator with 21 years of professional experience. Certified as Water Treatment Operator T4 and Water Distribution operator D2
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Sweetwater Authority
07.2005 - Current
- Worked in 3 different systems: an 11 MGD capacity groundwater reverse osmosis desalination plant, a 30 MGD capacity dissolved air flotation system with conventional filtration, and a 2 MGD capacity groundwater disinfection system
- Worked various shifts on a rotational basis which included nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Optimized chemical usage by conducting regular analyses and adjusting treatment protocols as needed.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, pH, hardness, chlorite, chlorine dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, and flouride residual levels.
- Collected and analyzed bacteriological samples
- Calibrated laboratory equipment and instrumentation
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for continuous improvement in plant performance.
- Trained new employees on plant operations, safety protocols, and industry best practices to enhance team performance.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
- Implemented emergency response procedures during critical events, ensuring the safety of personnel and minimizing environmental impact.
- Interpreted data to identify trends and address problems.
- Performed root cause analysis on operational challenges which resulted in reduced downtime incidents.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to plant operations.
- Developed and implemented water treatment plant SOPs to streamline training and operations.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Calexico
07.2003 - 07.2005
- Operated conventional filtration plant with solids-contact clarification
- Worked mainly 12 hour night shifts
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Maintained accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, maintenance reports, and regulatory documentation.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Controlled operation of variety of water treatment plant equipment, including pumps, filters and chemical feed systems.
- Optimized chemical usage by conducting regular analyses and adjusting treatment protocols as needed.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on water-treatment plant equipment to reduce downtime.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Interpreted data to identify trends and address problems.
- Improved overall water quality by monitoring key parameters, adjusting treatment processes, and managing chemical dosages.
- Increased equipment lifespan through diligent preventative maintenance and timely repairs of machinery.
Education
Associate of Science - Water Treatment Technology
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA12-2002
High School Diploma -
Central Union High School
El Centro, CA06-2001
Skills
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory testing
- Filter operation
- Valve operation
- Process control
- Emergency response
- Disinfection methods
- Calibrating instruments
- Corrective action implementation
- SCADA operations
- Adjusting chemical levels
- Pump operation
- Multitasking
Certification
- California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T4
- California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator D2
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Training – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Traveling
- Playing music
- Physical fitness
- Skateboarding
Timeline
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Sweetwater Authority
07.2005 - Current
Water Treatment Plant Operator
City of Calexico
07.2003 - 07.2005
- California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T4
- California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator D2
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Training – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- First Aid Certification
Associate of Science - Water Treatment Technology
Imperial Valley College
High School Diploma -
Central Union High School
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