Dec. 2024 Raleigh Water Employee Newsletter

Laboratory (603): Warehouse C ontributed by: Josh Parrish

The Resource Recovery Division Warehouse plays a crucial role within the Division as the flow of parts needed to keep our wastewater treatment plants and 130+ remote pump stations operational. They manage three warehouses stocked with over 3,000 items, ranging from very small parts to large spare pumps and motors, totaling over $4.5 million worth of inventory. (pictured left is Josh Parrish , Procurement Analyst who processes all RIFF contracts and oversees the warehouse process). Not pictured is: Fenner Harding , Inventory & Warehouse Supervisor, who handles all incoming deliveries and manages the warehouse inventory)

Laboratory (603): Industrial Pretreatment Contributed by: Sarah Gornick

Pretreatment Specialists are sampling specialists; they are always out and about collecting samples. Industry sampling is used to judge Industrial permit compliance and provide accountability for surcharge billing. It is

also used to calculate loadings and support permitting decisions. The specialists are the eyes and ears of the City on Industry sites, conducting inspections of permit holders and surveys of businesses that may have a significant waste stream. They conduct complaint investigations when issues arise in the plants, lift stations, or collection system. The NRRRF is a large site with a long history and near constant construction activities. Pretreatment Specialists sample wells, streams, and stormwater to keep the NRRRF compliant with state regulations. They also conduct inspections of these sites and coordinate needed maintenance. You may also see Pretreatment Specialists managing Universal Wastes and issuing Septage Hauler permits, RFID stickers, NOVs, and hosting our annual Industrial Pretreatment Day. (pictured right: Jacob Holt, Pretreatment Utilities Specialist and Sarah Gornick , Industrial Pretreatment Coordinator)

Maintenance (604) / Remote Facilities (608): Contributed by: Jeff Bognar

The Resource Recovery Division Maintenance Program consists of two teams: Plant Maintenance and Remote Facilities Maintenance. These two teams consist of 36 mechanics and electricians, 4 supervisors, and one superintendent. These skilled tradespeople are proficient in pump maintenance, electrical & instrumentation work, plumbing, HVAC, and a variety of other tasks. The Plant Maintenance Team is responsible for the reliability of equipment and infrastructure at our Neuse River Resource Recovery Facility (NRRRF) – the largest wastewater treatment plant in NC with the first thermally hydrolized solids processing facility in the state. They ensure treatment processes

run smoothly, safely, and efficiently 24/7 by performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, welding & fabrication, repairs, and installing new equipment. The Plant Mechanic ’ s role supports high equipment operability and maximizing equipment efficiency. (pictured: Teriney “ T ” Sutton, Sr. Plant Maintenance Specialist– working with a representative from Hach company at the basins)

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