John Bamberger

Operated and maintained a 15-20 MGD plant according to daily or rainfall flow events. Conduct routine water and wastewater monitoring, preparing comprehensive reports on findings and ensuring environmental compliance in alignment with department goals. Managed onboarding of new operators and lead training of plant operations and standard operating procedures.

Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III - City of Bethlehem - Bethlehem, PA

(2023-11)

• Operated and maintained a 15-20 MGD plant according to daily or rainfall flow events.
• Conduct routine water and wastewater monitoring, preparing comprehensive reports on findings and ensuring environmental compliance in alignment with department goals.
• Managed onboarding of new operators and lead training of plant operations and standard operating procedures.
• Proficient instrumentations, computer systems, and SCADA operation systems
• Control the flow and processing of wastewater by operating equipment such as pumps, motors, aerators, filters, and digesters.
• Maintains biological processes, performs chemical tests and records data for quality assurance.
• Manage compliance efforts across water treatment processes

Water/Wastewater Operator (Contract) - Arro Water Services - Lititz, PA

(2023-01 - 2024-02)

• Assist in operation of a medium-sized water/wastewater facility
• Maintain records of plant processes, readings, and maintenance issues.
• Perform routine tasks and maintenance, such as housekeeping, cleaning equipment, and calibrating sensors.
• Assist senior operators and engineers with project tasks and attend client meetings as needed.
• Perform sampling and testing of water as required.

Water & Wastewater Plant Supervisor - Prosser Laboratories - Blakeslee, PA

(2022-02 - 2023-11)

• Multi-plant oversight to ensure uniform adherence to regulatory requirements, and streamlined operations across all sites.
• Monitoring and adjusting the flow through water/ wastewater treatment and distribution systems.
• Performed routined repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Performed chemical testing of influent and effluent while taking water samples and performing quality assurance audits.
• Trained plant staff on best operational procedures to foster a culture of efficiency and safety within the team.
• Managed audits and regulatory inspections, ensuring the availability and accuracy of all required documentation to meet compliance standards and support financial audits.
• Identified opportunities for process improvements in water and wastewater treatment that enhanced operations.
• Tracked and reported on budgetary spending, ensuring accurate reporting for capital expenses and procurement processes, and worked closely with leadership for financial forecasts.
• Coordinated and facilitated inspections and audits by regulatory agencies, ensuring all required documentation, monthly status reports, and detailed operational records were accurate and readily available.

Advanced Production Technician - Sanofi Pasteur - Swiftwater, PA

(2018-02 - 2022-02)

• Managed compliance with safety and operational regulations in pharmaceutical production, ensuring regulatory adherence and financial accuracy in reporting and procurement.
• Performed laboratory chemical testing of samples and ensuring
• Led the team and prepared a variety of detailed compliance reports for internal review, regulatory submission, and budget tracking for cost-saving initiatives. Creations BPR's, logbooks, and SOP's.
• Oversaw procurement and vendor management for production supplies, contributing to cost-reduction strategies while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Army National Guard (Water Treatment Specialist 92W) - United States Military - Easton, PA

(2014-01 - 2022)

• Coordinated and lead military units and external agencies to ensure water treatment operations met both environmental and mission-specific requirements, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in compliance management.
• Implemented resource conservation strategies and best practices for water treatment, contributing to overall environmental sustainability and operational efficiency in line with environmental, health, and safety protection goals.
• Provided detailed reports and updates to military leadership and external agencies on water quality, compliance, and operational efficiency metrics.
• Provided guidance and training to other soldiers on water treatment tasks and equipment management.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Business Management - University of Phoenix