Dale Austin
First Place
San Diego Section
As the Senior Pump and Motor Technician for the Vallecitos Water District, Dale provides excellent oversight and hands on maintenance and support to all maintenance operations of the District’s systems. His duties encompasses the maintenance of the District’s water and wastewater facilities, which includes 28 pressure reducing stations,10 water pump stations, 4 flow regulating facilities, 4 sewer lift stations and the District’s water reclamation facility and reclaimed water storage system.
Purpose
The Mechanical Technician Person of the Year Award recognizes outstanding performance, dedication to the job, and for sharing knowledge of maintenance procedures.