Daniel L. Theobald

Daniel L. Theobald, known as "WasteWater Dan" or the "Wastewater Wizard," is a prominent figure in the wastewater treatment industry with over three decades of experience.1 He is the CEO/COO and Operations Officer at Environmental Services by Daniel L. Theobald, a company he founded in February 1990.1

Professional Background

Theobald's expertise lies in strategic wastewater operational consulting, focusing on:

• Cost reduction
• Treatment enhancement
• Regulator relations improvement
• Operator skill performance refinement

His accomplishments include reducing chemical costs by $300,000 in one year for a client and helping another customer transition from operating under a regulator-enforced Consent Order to functioning as a self-monitored pretreated industry within two years.1

Roles and Responsibilities

In addition to his leadership role, Theobald serves as:

1. Technical/Quality Manager of Wastewater: Ensuring compliance with work procedures, discharge permit requirements, and internal controls.1

2. Wastewater Trainer: Providing onsite and online biological and physical/chemical wastewater training, including basic operational skills improvement and certification examination preparation.1

Industry Influence

Theobald has established a significant online presence in the wastewater industry:

• LinkedIn: Over 22,500 connections and 8+ recommendations
• Facebook: More than 2,950 likes
• Instagram: Over 1,800 followers
• Twitter: Approximately 9,500 followers
• YouTube: 111,100+ views and 520+ subscribers1

He is also active in managing water and wastewater-related groups on LinkedIn, with thousands of members.1

Publications and Outreach

Theobald maintains several platforms to share his expertise:

• Blogs: Water Status and Wastewater Education
• YouTube channel with educational content
• Google+ profile with over 118,460 views1

His approach to wastewater treatment emphasizes cost-effective solutions, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement in operational practices.12