Jason T. Porter –
Experienced Water Treatment and Operations Professional
Contact Information
Jason T. Porter
PO Box 773
Somis, CA 93066
(805) 443-0383
jtporter74@yahoo.com
Summary of Qualifications
· SWRCB Certified Distribution Grade III Operator (#42879)
· SWRCB Certified Water Treatment Grade IV Operator (#36273)
· AWWA-NV Certified Advanced Water Treatment Operator Grade III (#222)
· Class A Driver’s License with Chemical Endorsement
· Clean DMV record
· SWMOA Membrane Operator Certification I
· SCADA systems super user: Wonderware, Ignition, FactoryTalk with Historian
· E1 Oracle Super User with JDE knowledge; SAP and ERP experience
· Strong technical problem solver with a record of increased productivity
· Empathetic communicator and trusted team leader in high-demand environments
· CWEA Member #672429 ST • WEF Member #17672429 • AWWA Member #02431266
Professional Experience
Project Manager II - Water Operations
Inframark O&M, Camarillo Desalter
2727 Somis Rd Camarillo, CA
February 2022 - August 2025
• Commissioned brand new groundwater desalter reverse osmosis 4MGD plant with OIT’s and only 1 Lead Operator.
• Directed all operations, maintenance, and compliance for Camarillo WTP under a single-site contract
• Led a 9-person team, promoting every operator from OIT to Water Treatment III
• Mentored award-winning staff: SWMOA Operator of the Year, AWWA Gismos and Gadgets of the Year, AWA Student of the Year
• Maintained 100% regulatory compliance—zero violations during tenure
• Managed annual operating and capital budgets; oversaw invoicing, payables, and receivables
• Built strong relationships with city council and regulators; led capital project discussions
• Developed SOPs and strategic goals; secured contract renewals and scope expansions
• Conducted routine inspections and enforced safety protocols across all shifts
Chief Plant Operator
IDE Americas – Charles Meyer Desalination Plant (SBDP)
525 E Yanonali St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
October 2021 – February 2022
• Directed daily operations and maintenance of SBDP to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality water
• Supervised and evaluated operators; coordinated schedules and maintenance activities
• Managed chemical inventories and transportation; adjusted feed rates to meet DDW and city standards
• Worked directly with DDW to resolve 2 compliance issues prior to my arrival. One for UV being taken offline for maintenance and one for a turbidity analyzer.
• Performed lab tests and collected samples for process control and compliance
• Led safety training and enforced regulatory standards; supported EHS reporting
• Communicated operational updates and resolved issues affecting safety, efficiency, and compliance with all departments, including DDW
Lead Water Treatment and Production Operator
City of Santa Monica – Los Angeles, CA
February 2018 – October 2021
• Operated and maintained water production, treatment, and storage facilities
• Managed SCADA systems, chemical pumps, motors, and well maintenance
• Interpreted schematics and MSDS documentation; performed advanced calculations for system performance
• Handled hazardous materials safely; enforced compliance with all regulations
• Delivered responsive customer service and collaborated with contractors and city staff
Water Treatment Operator III
IDE Americas – Santa Barbara Desalination Plant (SBDP), Santa Barbara, CA
September 2016 – February 2018
• Recommissioned Charles Meyer Desalination Plant 3MGD from the 80’s to modern day
• Operated plant systems in automatic and local control; monitored performance via SCADA
• Conducted startups, shutdowns, and fault diagnostics; maintained equipment integrity
• Performed water quality checks and recorded operational data
• Supported maintenance teams and assisted with installations and training
• Enforced safety protocols and communicated shift updates effectively
Water Treatment and Distribution Operator
City of Simi Valley Waterworks District 8 – Tapo Canyon WTP, Simi Valley, CA
June 2014 – August 2016
• Diagnosed and resolved operational issues; made independent decisions during shifts
• Operated PLCs and SCADA; adjusted chemical dosages and monitored flow rates
• Conducted lab tests and maintained regulatory records
• Directed plant operators and enforced safety and compliance standards
• Installed and repaired meters, valves, and underground water infrastructure
• Operated heavy equipment and performed asphalt/concrete work
• Responded to customer service inquiries and maintained distribution system components
Operations & Maintenance Assistant
Camrosa Water District – Camarillo, CA
February 2014 – June 2014
• Performed customer service turn-ons/turn-offs; supported AMR program and MTU programming
• Replaced valves and lateral lines; operated trenchless shoring and backfill equipment
• Assisted with traffic control and emergency sewer leak response
• Maintained pumping stations and wastewater facility equipment; performed general upkeep