Steven Sears

About Steven Sears

Professional SummaryHighly accomplished Water and Wastewater Treatment Project Manager with over 35 years of progressive experience in municipal utility operations. Demonstrates advanced expertise in treatment plant operations, regulatory compliance, SCADA systems, project management, and operator training. Proven track record in leading multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects ($5M–$22M), optimizing plant performance, and ensuring regulatory excellence. Strong background in leadership, team development, and cross-functional communication. Recognized for innovation and operational excellence, including multiple state and national awards. Certified instructor and multi-state licensed operator with a commitment to excellence, safety, and sustainability. Core Competencies & Technical SkillsTreatment Plant Operations (Water & Wastewater – Surface and Groundwater)Regulatory Compliance & Permit Writing (State & Federal)SCADA Systems – Wonderware, Win-911, Allen Bradley, DirectSoftPLC Programming & Automation – RSLogix, VFD DrivesData Analysis & Lab Testing – Class A/B Lab CertificationsProject Management – Oversight of $5M–$22M ProjectsCompost Operations – Wastewater Sludge UtilizationBudgeting & Cost ProjectionsPublic Speaking & Training – Certified Instructor, License ProctorSoftware – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office SuiteLeadership & Team Building – Staff Development & MentorshipTime Management & Strategic Planning CertificationsOklahoma:Class A Water OperatorClass A Water LabClass B Wastewater OperatorClass B Wastewater LabCertified Instructor & License ProctorMissouri:Class A Water OperatorKansas:Class 4 Water OperatorClass 3 Wastewater Operator Key AccomplishmentsSuperintendent of Groves Water & Wastewater Plants:Led operations, staff, and capital projects ranging from $5M to $22M.Directed every aspect of operations—from meter reading to line construction and advanced lab testing.Award-Winning Facility Operations:2012: Named Plant of the Year in Oklahoma for excellence in both water and wastewater operations.2014: Led Project of the Year recognized in American Infrastructure Magazine.Instructor & Mentor:Train and proctor water/wastewater operator license exams across Oklahoma.Fostered the next generation of operators with an emphasis on regulatory excellence and safety.

Experience

1. Area Manager-eastern Oklahoma

   Inframark

   Mar 2016 — Present

   Inframark – Claremore, OklahomaArea Manager – Eastern OklahomaMarch 2016 – Present | Full-timeLead operations for multiple municipal and industrial water and wastewater systems across Eastern Oklahoma.Oversee compliance, performance, staffing, and budgeting for multiple facilities.Manage capital improvement projects and ensure all systems operate within local, state, and federal regulations.Provide technical support on SCADA systems, VFDs, PLCs, and lab compliance.Supervise and mentor team leaders and operators, focusing on safety, efficiency, and regulatory excellence.

Education

• Oklahoma State University

  Associate's degree, Environmental Science

Skills

• Financial Accounting
• Team Building
• Management
• Wastewater Treatment
• Plc
• Environmental Awareness
• Supervisory Skills
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Scada
• Human Resources
• Operations Management
• Customer Service
• Program Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Construction
• Data Analysis
• Water Resource Management
• Environmental Compliance
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Contract Management
• Allen Bradley
• Writing
• Team Management
• Budgets
• Water Quality
• Microsoft Office
• Training
• New Business Development
• Factory
• Policy
• Strategic Planning
• Research
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Waste
• Water Treatment
• Project Management