Jim Jones is a RCAP Training & Technical Services Specialist. He is married with one son. He lives in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. He holds over 25 years combined water and wastewater treatment experience working as an operator, chief operator, and utility superintendent. 

He earned his B.S. degree in Biology and an A.A.S. degree in Water Environmental Technology.  He has a passion for improving water quality, trouble shooting, training, and problem solving.  Mr. Jones currently holds the highest level, Class IV Water Treatment and Class IV Wastewater Treatment Certifications from the State of South Dakota and Class A Water, Class A Wastewater, and Type 4 Biosolids Certifications from the State of Minnesota.

His experience includes completing Total Coliform Tier Two Assessments, grant and funding applications including RDApply, CDBG, SRF, and SEARCH / State funding grants, operation and maintenance manuals, obtaining approval for new public water systems, and working with engineers on water and wastewater upgrades. His prior experience includes three years as the regional Training Coordinator for Midwest Assistance Program (MAP).

Track: TAP Skills: Wastewater
Title: Treatment Works
Day/Time:Thursday, 8/18 | 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Description: Share details and get feedback on the new Treatment Works (TW) program.