Brandon Pierce
2671 E 132nd Ave, Thornton
Summary
Dedicated water treatment plant professional with strong proficiency in sample collection and testing, report generation, and SCADA system monitoring. Holds a valid Class A Certification in Colorado, demonstrating commitment to industry standards and best practices. Recognized for a meticulous approach to ensuring water quality and operational efficiency, contributing to the overall success of the facility. Eager to leverage expertise in a challenging role prioritizing environmental safety and regulatory compliance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Plant Operator
City And County Of Broomfield
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Oversaw plant treatment unit process, immediately identifying, and mitigating process control issues.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
- Schedule operators shifts based on water demand.
Water Plant Operator
City And County Of Broomfield
07.2014 - 12.2023
- Maintain control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
- Record meter and gauge readings on specified operational forms.
- Adjust equipment controls to purify water process and dispose of sewage.
- Follow applicable regulations, including EPA and OSHA to maintain safety of water and all personnel.
- Maintain appropriate levels using the SCADA system.
- Collect samples to assess water quality, including tests for pH, chlorine, turbidity, fluoride, hardness, alkalinity, and calcium hardness.
- Improve operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Follow applicable regulations, including CDPHE and CIRSA to maintain safety of water and all personnel.
- Measure out chemicals like ammonia and chlorine for use in disinfecting water.
- Use forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently.
- Coordinate routine operations and maintenance activities with plant workers.
- Collaborate with others to discuss new treatment and operational opportunities.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
Plant Operator
Town Of Lochbuie
06.2011 - 11.2012
- Operated, monitored, maintained and performed troubleshooting for wastewater treatment facility mechanical and electrical systems.
- Compiled and maintained data and records for permit reporting according to regulatory requirements and documented plant procedural and safety standards.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
- Analyzed sewage composition and clean water quality and periodically inspected chemical bulk storage tank levels, leakage warning systems and spill containment devices.
- Sampled and tested wastewater, applied chemical dosing, received chemical shipments and performed wastewater plant preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance.
- Recorded meter and gauge readings on specified operational forms.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
Operator
Southwest Water Company
09.2008 - 04.2011
- Maintained appropriate levels using the SCADA system.
- Collected samples to assess water quality, including tests for pH, hardness and sediment levels.
- Measured out chemicals like ammonia and chlorine for use in disinfecting water.
- Maintained control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
- Adjusted equipment controls to purify water process and dispose of sewage.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Operated, monitored, maintained and performed troubleshooting for wastewater treatment facility mechanical and electrical systems.
- Compiled and maintained data and records for permit reporting according to regulatory requirements and documented plant procedural and safety standards.
- Monitored plant supervisory control and data acquisition system (SCADA), calibrated gauges, meters and controls and recorded readings for next shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denver Christian Academy
Denver05-2002
Some College (No Degree) - Water Quality
Red Rocks Community College
Denver, COSkills
- SCADA operations knowledge
- CDPHE regulations understanding
- Analyzing water quality
- Multitasking
- Problem resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Maintenance & Repair
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Troubleshooting
- Computer skills
- Working collaboratively
- Water treatment operations
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop demand tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Increased plant efficiency with cutting edge technologies.
Certification
- Class A Water Treatment Operator
Timeline
Chief Plant Operator
City And County Of Broomfield
12.2023 - Current
Water Plant Operator
City And County Of Broomfield
07.2014 - 12.2023
Plant Operator
Town Of Lochbuie
06.2011 - 11.2012
Operator
Southwest Water Company
09.2008 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Denver Christian Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Water Quality
Red Rocks Community College
Experience
["Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators"]
Education and Training
other,other