Robert Whitt
Colorado Springs
Summary
Motivated and dependable Water Operator and Safety Coordinator with hands-on experience in water infrastructure maintenance, repair, and field operations. Skilled in crew leadership, safety compliance, equipment management, and utility system inspections. Strong background in water main replacement projects, road closure coordination, and preventative maintenance planning. Dedicated to maintaining safe job sites, improving operational efficiency, and continuing professional growth within the water and utilities industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
• Safety Coordinator • Equipment Manager/F• Safety Coordinator • Equipment Manager/Operator Technician
Stratmoor Hills Water & Sanitation District
Colorado Springs
01.2024 - Current
- Strengthened safety programs by implementing improved signage, shoring systems, and road closure equipment, increasing safety awareness.
- Promote safe work practices and maintain OSHA compliance across all active job sites.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
- Coordinate road closures and traffic control plans to maintain safe public and work environments.
- Lead field crews on water main, valve cluster, and service line replacement projects.
- Perform inspections of water treatment plants, tanks, towers, and underground utility infrastructure.
- Identified maintenance needs and coordinated repairs, enhancing system reliability and ensuring compliance.
- Manage district tools, trucks, and heavy equipment, including maintenance scheduling and inventory oversight.
- Assist with budgeting and capital planning for future infrastructure improvements and equipment replacement.
Education
National Rural Water Association Apprenticeship - water and sewer infrastructure systems, maintenance, and operations
07-2026
High School Diploma -
Mesa Ridge High School
Colorado Springs, CO01-2023
Skills
- Water Main & Valve Replacement
- Water & Sewer Infrastructure
- Cathodic Protection
- SCADA System Operation
- Utility System Inspections
- OSHA & Jobsite Safety Compliance
- Road Closure Planning & Traffic Control
- Equipment & Fleet Management
- Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Cost Management
- Crew Leadership & Team Coordination
- Public Safety & Field Operations
- Water Quality Management
- Equipment operation
- Project coordination
- Team leadership
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Hazardous Energy Control
- Vehicle safety
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Emergency response coordination
Additional Information
Strong interest in water distribution, corrosion prevention, and utility infrastructure operations, Experienced working in physically demanding outdoor environments and active construction zones, Committed to continued technical training and career advancement within the utilities industry
Operator Number
108154
Timeline
• Safety Coordinator • Equipment Manager/F• Safety Coordinator • Equipment Manager/Operator Technician
Stratmoor Hills Water & Sanitation District
01.2024 - Current
National Rural Water Association Apprenticeship - water and sewer infrastructure systems, maintenance, and operations
High School Diploma -
Mesa Ridge High School