Jayaprakash Srinivasan
Water & wastewater plant Operator
Djibouti Africa PSC 831 | FPO, AE, 09363,Armed Force Europe
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Experienced Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator with 17+ years in field. Excellent problem-solving, planning, and multitasking abilities in utility management. Consistently monitors influent quality, volume, and processing to achieve outstanding results in water quality. Familiar with membrane filtration methods. Dedicated water and wastewater treatment plant professional well-versed in collecting and analyzing samples, writing reports, and working with SCADA systems. Current Water Treatment Operator Class II & Distribution Operator Class I certification.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Water Treatment Plant Operator
KBR Government Services
US NAVY Camp Lemonnier Djibouti, Armed Force Europe
09.2019 - Current
- Collected water samples to test pH, TDS, FAC, NTU, alkalinity, hardness and residual levels.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Monitored SCADA system for problems and adjusted controls to maintain efficiency.
- Troubleshoot symptoms of equipment and maintenance issues (i.e., Membrane fouling/scaling Cleaning in place - (CIP) to include pump repairs, plumbing, and control issues) and take corrective actions and assist team members with critical path maintenance planning and support.
- Facilitate mechanical diagnosis and repair or water treatment equipment; calibrate and maintain basic instrumentation.
- Follow technical instructions, equipment maintenance schedules and make expeditious and appropriate decisions to assist in solving of simple to complex problems, while maintaining safety as priority.
- Follow safety procedure when working with hazardous chemicals using SDS.
- Assist in accountability of all Water Treatment materials and property i.e., (Maximo asset management and bench stocks inventory performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Inspected equipment or monitored operating conditions, meters and gauges to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Directed and coordinated plant workers engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Saved $100000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Handled 25 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
- Capable to work independently or in team environment.
Water System Technician & Lab Technician
PAE Government Services,
US Embassy Baghdad Armed Force Europe , Baghdad
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Performed water quality analysis using testing equipment i.e., turbidity meter, colorimeters, pH meters, and other water Laboratory equipment’s.
- Performed basic water plant hydraulic and electromechanical operation and troubleshooting/repair for – (containerized brackish water Reverse Osmosis desalination system) - with understanding of water treatment techniques and equipment used in reverse osmosis Process.
- Performed maintenance repairs of pumps, valves and mechanical operations of membrane CIP and change outs.
- Maintained inventory of water treatment equipment, chemical supplies, and water treatment reports for Supervisor.
- Performed Sand filter Maintenance & replace media as needed.
- Performed post treatment addition of Lime in mixing tank to control ph.
- Responsible for operation and maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Plants that remove impurities, solids, organism chemicals and toxins in wastewater, e.g., conventional flow Activated Sludge process, Sewage treatment Process.
- Collect, prepare, and analyze water and wastewater samples before, during, and after treatment using laboratory and field techniques.
- Select appropriate sampling methods that include sampling frequency and location, data capture and analytical equipment, and quality assurance methods.
- Operate and maintain sampling and monitoring equipment and analytical instruments such as Centrifuges, Titrations, Pipetting machines and pH, turbidity, DO, TDS & spectrophotometers, inhibitors, Ovens etc…
- Do all kind of essential lab tests such as, BOD, COD, TSS, P, NO3-, NH4, MLSS, SSV, DO, pH, Fecal, Cl2 etc.., that related to WWTP with proper lab procedure & technique.
- Do all kind of Preventive Maintenance in equipment such as screening unit, pumping systems, Aeration system, dewatering system, disinfecting system etc…
- Monitor control panels and adjusts valves gates manually
- Maintain proper PM records for future reference.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly operational and situational report.
- Do all kind of lab test that related to WWTP with proper lab procedure & technique.
- Follow the Safety measure while working in Confined Space, heights, Electrical & Mechanical works etc…
- On call to respond to emergencies and breakdowns at plant and pump stations.
- Maintain Inventory of stock for critical and consumable items in plant such as polymer, chlorine, lime and lab chemical etc.…
- Maintain SDS for all type of Hazardous material, proper storage, spill prevention & response and dispose methods and etc.…
- Maintain Good housekeeping & Safe working area.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by Superior
Water and Westwater Plant Operator
Ecolog International FZE,
US Air Force, Kandahar Afghanistan , Armed Force Europe
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Oversees production of water for client by directly supervising operation and maintaining reverse osmosis.
- I performed water quality analysis while operating both Multi-Media and FILTER BOXX Reverse Osmosis Equipment as well as inspected operational conditions and maintenance of equipment.
- I worked with transmission and distribution water lines, chemical mixing, water lab collection / testing, pH, TDS, Turbidity, and chlorine meter’s Verification & calibration.
- Oversee ROWPU Operators in performance of their duties. Enforce safety standards and supervise operator in performance of equipment operation and water treatment.
- I maintained inventory of water treatment equipment and chemical supply. Prepared water treatment reports for immediate Supervisor. Determined treatment methods.
- I analyzed and verified tests for raw water and treated water. Maintained detailed log of all products submitted to laboratory.
- Calibrated laboratory equipment and documented results. Operated water purification equipment and ensured quality of produced water meet or exceed identified requirements.
- Trained operators in proper testing procedures. Monitored water purification operations to ensure product quality was maintained.
- I performed water quality analysis as well as starting and stopping Multi-Media and Reverse Osmosis Equipment.
- I possess basic water plant hydraulic and electromechanical operation and troubleshooting skills.
- I have and understanding of water treatment techniques and equipment used in reverse osmosis process.
- Responsible for Operation and Maintenance of Municipal and Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plants.
- Control whole Treatment plant and Master lift station with SCADA systems Plant consists of 6 wet well master lift stations, Influent screening room with bar screens with racks collection conveyor and Grid separation chambers.
- SBR feeding wet well, 3 SBR tanks with the capacity of 7000 M3 each. 2 buffer tanks with the capacity of 1670 M3 which hold the treated water to send to UV system for disinfection process. 2 Sludge storage tank (Digester) and centrifuge sludge dewatering unit. 1 Oil & Grease Separation Unit etc.…
- As Operator my duties to operate plant in efficient and give good effluent.
- Do all kind of lab test such as pH, TSS, DO, BOD, COD, MLSS, MLVS, Nitrate, Nitrite, Ammonia, Phosphorus, Fecal Coliform etc…
- Regular maintenance of all Electrical and mechanical equipment’s.
- Regular Calibration of all fixed and portable meters and lab equipment’s that located in different locations around plant.
- Regular maintenance of all wet well sump pump, flow transmitter, float level switch etc…
- Regular PM in UV system, Air Blowers, Screening units, Surface mixtures, Surface decanters and Sludge Dewatering System etc…
- Monitor lab analysis and follow up lab result to adjust the plant operation.
- Follow the NATO, ECC & EPA guidelines to operate the treatment plant.
- Prepare Daily, weekly, and Monthly Operational and situational report and sent out to Management, NSPA and Base engineering Department etc…
- Responsible for plant warehouse to maintain critical spares in stock and Inventory record up-do-date.
- Good knowledge in Michaels Incinerator Operation.
- Responsible for work site HSE and QA to train workers with PPE and work safety, maintain SDS and signs in sites etc.…
- Good knowledge in all kinds of chemical using in wastewater and water treatment process.
- Good knowledge in plant mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Good knowledge in classification of Hazardous material and handling, prober storage, acts on spillage etc.…
- Perform additional duties as assigned by Superiors.
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician
Hyundai Motors Corporation
Chennai , Tamilnadu
06.2005 - 12.2013
- Performed the operation, maintenance, and inspection of the Rowpu – (Aqua-Chem’s Tactical Water Purification System).
- Performed repair work on the RO water treatment unit, the distribution system and Storage tanks.
- Monitored the SCADA control panel by reading, interpreting test results, monitoring meter gauges, graph systems and adjusting as necessary to maintain optimum operational and treatment standards.
- Monitored the raw water and permeate flow rates, and levels directing them to the appropriate tanks and other distribution outlet.
- Collected water samples and performed Lab testing to evaluate water quality i.e., pH, TDS, Turbidity, Coliform and FAC.
- Also performed additional lab tests on all type of Organic material test in RAW water monthly.
- Hazardous material and handling, proper storage, acts on spillage etc…
- Performed additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Operate &Maintain the Wastewater treatment plant systems.
- Control equipment and monitor processes that remove or microorganisms and chemicals from wastewater that could impact the environment.
- Add chemicals, such as chlorinate disinfect effluent and other chemicals as required etc...
- Maintenance work of Equipment’s, Pumps, Blowers, aeration tanks, filter beds, and others.
- Monitor the indicators at their plants and adjusts as necessary.
- Read charts, flow meters, and other gauges to determine operating efficiency of equipment.
- Routine PM of Lift stations & collection systems such as Sump pump and screens, float switches, Generators, Pump lifting equipment and rails etc.
- Assist in the performance of regular and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment and machinery.
- Perform all work in conformance to Occupational Safety and Health Act regulations.
- Perform daily checks of the wastewater treatment process and periodic checks of pump stations.
- Installing and commissioning the wastewater plants.
- Resolve motors, pumps, per-treatment and secondary treatment in operations, conveyor, and hydraulic problems.
- Check equipment and operating systems and correct wherever necessary in commission period.
- Fix the operation parameters and making operation procedures.
- Ensure all mechanical operations, standards and controls are maintained at high quality.
- Observe conditions of equipment through vibration analysis, high pressure & low pressure, production quality and quantity etc….
- Repair and perform preventive maintenance as per established standards.
- Oversee mechanical devices while in operation and listen for complications using accurate testing and measuring instruments.
- Take out inoperative parts by disassembling units with the use of hoists, hand, and power tools; and also observing texture and form of parts.
- Ascertain changes in dimensional requisite of parts by examining used parts and utilizing micrometers, rules, calipers, and other measuring appliances.
- Regulate downtime by enlightening production staff on standard preventive maintenance methods and monitoring their compliance.
- All works are performed in safe work procedures and security guidelines are adhered to
Education
No Degree - Water Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1
Sacramento State
California City, 04.2018
No Degree - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1
Sacramento State
California City, CA06.2014
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's ITI
Hosur 07.2004
Skills
- Analyzing Water Quality
- Chemical Meters
- Hazardous Chemical Handling
- Water Quality Sampling
- Water Purification Systems
- Valve Rebuilding
- Hand and Power Tools
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
- OSHA Regulations
- Adjusting Chemical Levels
- System Monitoring
- Work Orders
- Sample Collecting
- EPA Regulations Understanding
- General Plumbing
- Job Specifications
- Sludge Disposal
- Storage Systems
- Chemical Inventory
- Quality Assurance Requirements
- Client Support
- Laboratory Instrumentation
- Monitoring Gauges
- Duty Assignments
- External Audits
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
- Laboratory Experiments
- Equipment Usage
- Basic Mathematical Abilities
- Lab Operations
- Hazardous Materials
- Pneumatic Systems
- Contamination Control
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Customer Satisfaction
- Calibrating Instruments
Certification
U.S Navy Overseas Drinking Water Program - Operator Certification Class II
U.S Navy Overseas Drinking Water Program Distribution Operator Certification Class I
Association boards of certification Class – Water Treatment Operator Class II
Association boards of certification Class –Distribution Operator Class I
(CEU 90 Hrs.) - Operation of water Treatment Plants Sacramento California
(CEU 90 Hrs.) - Operation of wastewater Treatment Plants Sacramento California
OSHA 40 Hour Hazwoper Training Certificate
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Timeline
Water Treatment Plant Operator
KBR Government Services
09.2019 - Current
Water System Technician & Lab Technician
PAE Government Services,
04.2017 - 08.2019
Water and Westwater Plant Operator
Ecolog International FZE,
01.2014 - 02.2017
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician
Hyundai Motors Corporation
06.2005 - 12.2013
No Degree - Water Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1
Sacramento State
No Degree - Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Volume 1
Sacramento State
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's ITI
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