Billy Gentry III
Pollock
Summary
Resourceful professional in environmental management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in operating advanced water treatment systems, conducting quality control testing, and managing regulatory compliance. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Operator
Pollock Area Water System
Pollock
01.2022 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints concerning water quality or service interruptions in a timely manner.
- Analyzed test results to determine appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Performed routine maintenance of all water storage tanks, pump houses, wells and related equipment.
- Repaired leaks in the distribution system using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Managed inventory levels of spare parts and supplies required for day-to-day operations of the facility.
- Collected samples from various locations throughout the facility for laboratory testing.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing operational data including flow rate measurements, chlorine residuals.
- Developed standard operating procedures for use by other operators at the facility.
- Reviewed safety protocols regularly to ensure safe working conditions at all times.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations governing water treatment plants.
- Monitored SCADA for alarms or malfunctions in the water distribution system.
- Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
- Performed grounds and equipment maintenance to keep facility running smoothly.
- Trained newly hired employees regarding plant equipment operation and industry standards.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
Driller
Ensign Drilling
Midland
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Inspected mud tanks and other components of the rig floor to identify any potential problems or hazards.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times during the drilling process.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Kept detailed records of all drill activities including depths reached, pressures encountered.
- Assisted with moving rigs from one location to another for different jobs.
- Maintained well control systems to ensure safety while drilling operations are in progress.
- Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
- Managed jobs using database and industrial control software.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grant High School
Dry Prong, LA05-2001
Skills
- Water quality analysis
- Equipment maintenance
- Regulatory compliance
- SCADA monitoring
- Leak repair
- Inventory management
- Safety protocols
- Data reporting
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Team supervision
- Cross-connection control
- Water distribution systems
- System maintenance
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Pump operation
- Tripping operations
- Drilling parameter optimization
- Top drive operations
- SOP implementation
- Backhoe operation
- Excavator operation
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Water Operator
Pollock Area Water System
01.2022 - Current
Driller
Ensign Drilling
01.2017 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Grant High School