Jesus Jr Chavez
Livingston,CA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
With extensive experience in Municipal Services and Administration, notably with the City of Livingston. Excelled in department oversight and public works, enhancing operational efficiency and community satisfaction. Skilled in problem resolution and records management, I am self-motivated and excel in stressful situations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Water/Wastewater Manager
City of Livingston
Livingston, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Manage a team of 9 Public Works Staff under my direction.
- Coordinated daily meetings with staff to discuss work progress.
- Coded invoices efficiently to there accounts
- Managed contracts with Tesco, Holt of California, Aqua-Metrics, Telstar Instruments and city-related projects, ensuring compliance and timely execution.
- Developed and authored staff reports for city council approval, and created and presented Power Point presentations for council meetings.
- Represent the City of Livingston as a spokesperson and collaborative member of the Valley Water Collaborative, working with seven other POTWs/municipalities on strategic initiatives.
- Serve as a board member representing the City of Livingston on the Irrigation Urban Groundwater Sustainability Board.
- Actively participate in monthly MIUGSA board meetings to advocate for sustainable groundwater management.
- Leading efforts in identifying and mapping lead service lines within the city to enhance infrastructure safety.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service to the community.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Developed and maintained relationships with residents.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns.
- Enhanced water treatment efficiency by optimizing plant operations and conducting routine maintenance.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Held weekly safety meetings.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Prepared reports and documentation for the state of California
Deputy Public Works Director
City Of Ceres
Ceres, CA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education.
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Analyzed completed projects against established budgets to track spending and determine levels of success.
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Livingston
Livingston, CA
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by California.
Public Works Director
City Of Gustine
Gustine, United States
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
- Reviewed each departmental employee's work performance and advised on ways to improve overall progress.
- Set goals for staff and performed yearly evaluations
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise and education.
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities production, facilities management and wastewater treatment through hands-on leadership.
- Responsible for water and sewer SCADA and training staff.
- Responsible for responding to emergency and city business 24-7
- Submitted biweekly payroll/overtime using Time Clock Plus Process.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Developed contracts for contractors working on city projects following an informal bid process, formal bids were completed by city engineer.
- Managed purchasing, customer account operations efficiently.
- Delegated daily tasks to staff, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
- Coded invoices for completed work.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Handled problematic residents and found solution to there concerns.
- Attending council meetings and providing department report.
- Create monthly invoices for Hillview Packing.
- Over see and approve monthly invoices for Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC
- Approve and invoice Encroachment Permits for the City
- Over see city projects
- Create RFP process to acquire bids for street sweeping and city tree trimming
- Chief Plant Operator for Water and Wastewater
- State Reporting to keep the City in compliance
- Attend zoom meetings to acquire information needed for planing or work in progress.
- Responsible for budgetary spending in Water, Wastewater, Refuse, Parks, Government Buildings and Landscape Maintenance Districts
- Meet personally or through email with residents regarding Public Works concerns.
- Managed a team of 9 Public Works Staff under my direction.
- Responsible for all city parks and janitorial maintenance
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Livingston
Livingston, United States
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Conducted routine sampling of drinking water and public water following standard operating procedures.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by California.
- Maintained public water systems using hand tools to repair and adjust equipment and machines.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts and slakers regularly.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite and feric and in exact concentrations to remove iron, manganese and arsenic from city water.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
Automotive Maintenance Technician
City Of Livingston
Livingston, United States
09.2005 - 06.2017
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
Education
Water/Wastewater Courses - Water/Wastewater
California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CAWater/Wastewater
American Water College
On Line Courses* -
California State Water Resources Control Board
Associate Of Business Administration - Public Administration
Merced College
Merced, CA06-2030
Skills
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Department Oversight
- Unsurpassed work ethic
- Job Assignments
- Management
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Purchasing and procurement
- Corrective Actions
- Building and facility management
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Minor Repairs
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
- Regulatory compliance
- Records Organization and Management
- Public Works
- Manage stress through exercise
- Self Motivated
- Employee motivation
- Project management abilities
Timeline
Water/Wastewater Manager
City of Livingston
03.2024 - Current
Deputy Public Works Director
City Of Ceres
10.2023 - 03.2024
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Livingston
02.2023 - 10.2023
Public Works Director
City Of Gustine
08.2021 - 02.2023
Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Livingston
06.2017 - 08.2021
Automotive Maintenance Technician
City Of Livingston
09.2005 - 06.2017
Water/Wastewater Courses - Water/Wastewater
California State University - Sacramento
Water/Wastewater
American Water College
* -
California State Water Resources Control Board
Associate Of Business Administration - Public Administration
Merced College