Latherian Christovale
Virginia Beach
Summary
Certified Class 1 Wastewater Operator with over 8 years of progressive experience in municipal and military base wastewater operations. Proven track record in system maintenance, regulatory compliance, and team coordination. Seeking a Lead Operator role to apply technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong commitment to operational excellence within an organization that prioritizes professional development, training, and career advancement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Operator
Army Base Treatment Plant
02.2020 - Current
- Operate solids handling systems and oversee daily sewage treatment processes.
- Monitor and maintain system performance; troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Conduct lab testing and sampling in compliance with safety/environmental standards.
- Utilize analyzers (Jarbalyzers, YSI, nitratax probes) for wet chemistry analysis.
- Led the upgrade of Odor Control System A and replacement of ATI analyzers and sample lines.
- Installed automated sampling systems for RWI and ARE processes.
- Prepare regulatory reports (40 CFR Part 503) and assist with annual budgeting.
- Coordinate vendor relationships (Lysco, Fisher Scientific, Clearwater Inc.).
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance on system improvements.
- Participate in quarterly operations meetings and agenda planning.
- Trained in CMMS and P-Card procurement systems.
Wastewater Operator
Harnett County Public Works
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Operated SBR systems; monitored DO, NO₃, PO₄, and NH₃ levels per NCDEQ permits.
- Maintained sand filters; handled jetting, backwash, and algae/duckweed control.
- Performed UV system maintenance including acid washing and bulb replacement.
- Operated front-end loaders and other heavy machinery.
- Monitored and maintained aerobic digesters.
Operator I – Dewatering
Moore County Water Pollution Control Plant
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Monitored digesters and boilers during sludge processing operations.
- Operated two belt presses; managed wasting and dewatering.
- Performed digester log rounds and lab sampling (TSS, turbidity, pH, DO).
- Transported sludge to drying beds using dump trucks.
- Collaborated with maintenance for hands-on mechanical troubleshooting.
- Began training in BOD and advanced solids testing.
Education
HRSD Apprenticeship Program -
Hampton Roads Sanitation District
01.2025
Attended - undefined
Sandhills Community College
05.2009
Skills
- Wet Chemistry Analysis (Jarbalyzer, YSI, Nitratax)
- Effluent & Nutrient Monitoring (NH₃, NO₃, PO₄)
- UV System Maintenance
- Belt Press & Solids Dewatering
- CMMS & P-Card Systems
- Regulatory Reporting (40 CFR Part 503)
- Odor Control Systems
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Budgeting & Procurement
- Team Leadership & Project Management
Certification
- Class 1 Wastewater Operator, 1965010366
- CPR Certification, Current
- QAQC certified
Timeline
Day Operator
Army Base Treatment Plant
02.2020 - Current
Wastewater Operator
Harnett County Public Works
02.2018 - 02.2020
Operator I – Dewatering
Moore County Water Pollution Control Plant
10.2016 - 01.2018
Attended - undefined
Sandhills Community College
HRSD Apprenticeship Program -
Hampton Roads Sanitation District
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