Water Operator Workshop

Join us for the PeopleService Wastewater Operator Training Workshop! This full-day event is designed to provide valuable updates, insights and tools for wastewater operators, with engaging sessions led by industry experts and specialists. Approved by MO DNR for 5 Contact Hours (0.5 CEUs) for Water operator Certification. DNR Course Approval, MO #2601048, IA #, KS #, NE #.

Agenda:

8:00 to 8:30 AM – Registration

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

8:35 to 9:35 AM – Asset Management, Jason Towne, Iowa State Field Manager, Midwest Assistant Program MAP (RECAP)

9:40 to 10:40 – Proactive Water Tank Maintenance, Matt Schultz, Water Tank Maintenance Consultant, Viking Industrial Painting

10:40 to 10:55 – Break and networking

10:55 to 11:55 – Reducing Cyber Risk, John Bryant, Chief of Cybersecurity/Information Technology, DHS, CISA, Region 7

12:00 to 12:45 – Lunch provided

12:50 to 1:50 – Hydrant Flushing – An Effective Tool to Maintaining High Quality Water, Isaac Ketteman, Core & Main, Business Development Manager 1:50 to 2:05 – Break and networking,

2:05 to 3:05 – Drinking Water Lab Testing – Creating Confidence in Your Results Evan Beyers, Core & Main, Senior Manager, Sales Operations

3:05 to 3:15 – 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 (0.5 CEUs) for Water Operator Certification. The MO DNR course number is 2601048. 
• Vouchers: 2026 Blue Drinking Water Vouchers will be accepted for this training.
• Meals and snacks: Registration includes lunch, snacks and beverages.
• Lodging: Hotel accommodations can be made at Cobblestone Inn, 2 Fall Dr. Maryville, MO 64468, 660-224-2222, at a discounted rate.

Why Attend?

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

• Updates on wastewater operation regulations
• Asset management strategies
• Access to vendor insights and resources

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: Held each September

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.

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