Brian Waller
Salisbury
Summary
Dynamic Senior Plant Operator with extensive experience at the City of Salisbury, excelling in team leadership and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing water treatment processes and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and staff training, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to environmental regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Plant Operator
City Of Salisbury
02.2017 - Current
- Operated and maintained complex plant machinery, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Led team in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to improve workflow and reduce errors.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols, machinery operations, and best practices for efficiency.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to schedule preventative maintenance tasks for critical equipment.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions.
- Conducted regular inspections of plant facilities, ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and standards.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to enhance coordination between operational teams and management.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations, working diligently alongside colleagues to resolve issues quickly and safely.
Maintenance Technician
City Of Salisbury
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventive maintenance on plumbing, and electrical systems to enhance system longevity.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and implement effective repair solutions promptly.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies, ensuring availability of necessary tools for timely repairs.
- Streamlined reporting processes for maintenance activities, increasing transparency and accountability within the team.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
Relief Operator
City Of Salisbury
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Operated heavy machinery to execute daily tasks efficiently.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and machinery operation techniques.
- Assisted in developing training materials for ongoing staff development programs.
- Covered all vacant shifts for absences or vacation shift coverage.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Salisbury
03.2005 - 09.2012
- Operated and maintained wastewater treatment systems to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Monitored plant performance using SCADA systems to optimize treatment processes.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying areas for maintenance and improvement.
- Analyzed water quality data to adjust chemical dosing for optimal treatment efficiency.
- 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.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Rowan High School
Granite Quarry, NCSkills
- Team leadership
- Safety procedures compliance
- Water treatment processes
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Standard operating procedures
- Staff training and development
- Chemical handling
- Electrical systems
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Process control expertise
- Inventory control practices
- Equipment calibration and testing
- Environmental regulations adherence
- Valve and actuator maintenance
- Air compressor operations
- Pump and compressor operations
- Parts replacement
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Water treatment operations
Certification
Biological Wastewater Operator Grade 4
Maintenance Tech Level 2
Collections Operator Grade 2
Land Application Operator
Timeline
Senior Plant Operator
City Of Salisbury
02.2017 - Current
Maintenance Technician
City Of Salisbury
05.2015 - 02.2017
Relief Operator
City Of Salisbury
09.2012 - 06.2015
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
City Of Salisbury
03.2005 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
East Rowan High School