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Gregory Flowers

Beaver Borough
Monaca
23
years of professional experience

Experienced Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator at Beaver Borough, skilled in preventive maintenance planning and multitasking. Enhanced system reliability and compliance with environmental guidelines, ensuring optimal water quality. Successfully trained new operators, fostering consistent team performance. Proficient in SCADA and hazardous material handling.

Experienced with operating heavy machinery in construction and industrial settings. Utilizes thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance and safety procedures to ensure smooth operations. Track record of successfully completing projects on time and adhering to safety standards.

Work History

Water/wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

20 Years 4 Months
Beaver Borough | 07.2006 - Current

Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and ensure the ongoing reliability of critical systems.

  • Monitored plant flows, pump operation, and treatment processes to maintain stable wastewater performance.
  • Collected influent and effluent samples for routine testing and compliance documentation.
  • Adjusted chemical feed, valves, and aeration equipment to support treatment efficiency.
  • Inspected pumps, blowers, motors, and screens for signs of wear, blockage, or malfunction.
  • Recorded operational readings, process changes, and maintenance activities in shift logs.
  • Responded to alarms and equipment issues to restore normal plant operations quickly.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and basic repairs on treatment system components.
  • Supported sludge handling, facility housekeeping, and safe work practices across plant operations.
  • 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.
  • Conducted routine sampling of drinking water and public water following standard operating procedures.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
  • Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and excavators regularly.
  • repair water main lines and service lines
  • Replace manholes and manhole risers.
  • Repair roadways after water and sewer repairs
  • Plow and salt roads and parking areas.

Laborer/mechanic

2 Years 8 Months
Beaver Borough | 10.2003 - 06.2006
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete maintenance, repair, and groundskeeping assignments.
  • Inspected streets, parks, and facilities for hazards, reporting issues for prompt correction.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and transported materials to support public works operations.
  • Maintained cleanliness of roadways, sidewalks, and municipal properties.
  • Assisted with snow removal, debris cleanup, and seasonal labor assignments.
  • Performed routine repairs on equipment, tools, and work areas to support safe operations.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.

Education

- Aircraft Maintenance

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics | West Mifflin, PA

High School Diploma

Western Beaver Jr/sr High | Industry, PA | 2000

Skills

Hazardous material handling
Flow meter monitoring
Pump stations
Plant inspection procedures
Wastewater treatment
Water sampling
SCADA
Water quality
Preventive maintenance planning
Equipment inspection
Multitasking
Water distribution

Timeline

Water/wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

Beaver Borough
07.2006 - CurrentRead More

Laborer/mechanic

Beaver Borough
10.2003 - 06.2006Read More

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics

from Aircraft Maintenance
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Western Beaver Jr/sr High

High School Diploma
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Gregory Flowers