Water Operator Training Workshop

Join us for the inaugural PeopleService Water Operator Training Workshop! This full-day event is designed to provide valuable updates, insights and tools for water utility operators, with engaging sessions led by industry experts and specialists. Approved by MO DNR for 5 Contact Hours of Renewal Training for Water Operators.

Agenda:

8:00 – 8:30 AM – Registration

8:30 – 8:35 AM – Welcome and additional information
Moderator: Dennis White, PeopleService Industry Ambassador

8:35 – 9:35 AM – MO DNR Water Operation updates
Speaker: Gary Shrader, Water Specialist, MO DNR, KC Area Office or Staff

9:40 – 10:40 AM – Asset management for water utilities
Speaker: Brian Bohnsack, Ph.D., Program Manager, Environmental Finance Center, Wichita State University

10:40 – 10:55 AM – Break and networking

10:55 – 11:55 AM – Ice pigging water mains: A case study
Speaker: Mike Adair, PeopleService, NE Region Manager, Company Representative

Noon – 12:45 PM – Lunch (provided)

12:50 – 1:50 PM – Vendor presentation
Speaker: Marc Pedrotti, REP instrumentation

1:50 – 2:05 PM – Break and networking

2:05 – 3:05 PM – Vendor presentation

3:05 – 3:15 PM – Closing and adjourn

Agenda subject to change.

Additional Information

• Approved training: This workshop is approved by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MO DNR) for 5 contact hours of renewal training for water operators.
• Vouchers: 2025 Blue Drinking Water Vouchers will be accepted for this training.
• Meals and snacks: Registration includes lunch, snacks and beverages throughout the day.

Why Attend?

This workshop offers a range of topics critical to water utility operators, including:

• Updates on water operation regulations
• Asset management strategies
• Innovative technologies like ice pigging
• Access to vendor insights and resources

All presentations are carefully curated and approved by the MO DNR to ensure they meet educational and professional standards for water operators.

Registration

To register online, please complete the form on this page. Contact Dennis White at dennis.white@peopleservice.com if you have any questions.

Future Workshops

PeopleService plans to host two workshops annually:

• Spring Water Operator Workshop: Held each April
• Fall Wastewater Operator Workshop: Tentatively scheduled for September or early October

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow as a water industry professional!

For more information, contact Dennis White at dennis.white@peopleservice.com.