D. Wayne Staples
Wastewater Operations Specialist
Operator Training and Assistance Program
Water Division
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
Phone: (804) 698-4106
Email: wayne.staples@deq.virginia.gov
Wayne is a licensed class 1 wastewater treatment operator with extensive experience in both wastewater treatment plant operations and laboratory operations. Prior to employment with the Department, Wayne was superintendent of a major municipal treatment facility. Since employment with the Department, Wayne has been instrumental in the development and operation of the Department's wastewater laboratory inspection program. He has also participated in numerous assistance and training programs (both on-site and classroom) and has been active in the development of “need to know” based training materials.
Jason T. Spicer
Wastewater Operations Specialist
Operator Training and Assistance Program
Water Division
Department of Environmental Quality
Phone: (804) 698-4143
Email: jason.spicer@deq.virginia.gov
Jason is a licensed class 1 Virginia wastewater works operator with experience in all aspects of wastewater treatment. Prior to employment with the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Jason operated and managed several wastewater treatment systems. Since joining the Department in 2004, Jason has been providing training and assistance (both on-site and classroom) to wastewater facilities and personnel for operations and troubleshooting. He has been instrumental in the development of “need to know” based training materials and has participated in numerous assistance and training programs across the commonwealth. He also works closely with the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Association of Board of Certifications (ABC) in development of wastewater licensing exams.