Henry Samaniego
Buckeye
Summary
Results-driven water operations leader with over a decade of hands-on experience in water scheduling, irrigation system management, and team leadership within one of the largest water utilities in the Southwest. Adept at bridging field operations with strategic scheduling and customer service. Known for improving delivery efficiency, building stakeholder relationships, and fostering high-performance teams. Currently pursuing an MBA to expand leadership and analytical capabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor, Distribution Watermaster
SRP
11.2024 - Current
- Lead daily operations for SRP’s water distribution system, managing a team of Zanjeros.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to improve delivery efficiency and reduce water loss.
- Act as primary contact for complex shareholder issues, ensuring swift resolution.
- Oversee safety procedures, Lockout/Tagout coordination, and dry-up events.
- Coach and train team members to maintain high safety and operational standards.
- Prepare reports and represent team in executive-level discussions.
Field Services Liaison – Water Strategic Field Services
SRP
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Represented SRP to major agricultural and urban water users, public officials, and board members.
- Managed customer disputes, balancing SRP policies with service expectations.
- Created and executed custom water schedules to maximize system conservation.
- Proposed service enhancements based on analytical reviews of operations.
- Built strong stakeholder relationships and avoided litigation through effective negotiation.
Distribution Watermaster EOI
SRP
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Supervised Zanjero operations and ensured efficient water delivery.
- Reduced unaccounted-for water by refining scheduling and field practices.
- Supported interdepartmental coordination for system maintenance and safety.
- Acted as temporary supervisor in leadership’s absence.
Zanjero A
SRP
10.2013 - 06.2021
- Executed daily irrigation deliveries across SRP systems.
- Managed flow adjustments and maintained infrastructure.
- Interfaced with public agencies to coordinate dry-ups and respond to emergencies.
- Delivered consistent service with high customer satisfaction.
Zanjero Tradeshelper
SRP
04.2013 - 10.2013
- During summer months, assisted Zanjero A’s with field-level water scheduling, delivery, gate operations, infrastructure checks, and public interaction.
- During winter months, worked with Water Construction and Maintenance crews to repair and build SRP water infrastructure.
- Participated in dry-up operations to clean out canals and line dirt canals to prepare for upcoming irrigation season.
- Operated valves, gates, and pumps; assisted with general field maintenance and infrastructure reporting.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Grand Canyon University
03.2026
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Ottawa University
Associate of Arts - General Business
Rio Salado College
Skills
- Water Distribution Systems
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Conflict Resolution
- Scheduling & Resource Allocation
- Operational Efficiency
- Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM & System Documentation
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer service
Affiliations
- Hispanic Leadership Institute, Valle del Sol (2020)
- Certified Mediator – Interaction Management Associates (Issued Feb 2023)
Timeline
Supervisor, Distribution Watermaster
SRP
11.2024 - Current
Field Services Liaison – Water Strategic Field Services
SRP
03.2022 - 11.2024
Distribution Watermaster EOI
SRP
06.2021 - 03.2022
Zanjero A
SRP
10.2013 - 06.2021
Zanjero Tradeshelper
SRP
04.2013 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Ottawa University
Associate of Arts - General Business
Rio Salado College
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Grand Canyon University