Rodney Lance wasn’t sure what he was getting into when the Air Force assigned him to water and wastewater back in 1986.He had enlisted and signed up for the open career field. The assignment included the water facilities, water distribution, fire suppression and plumbing. Now, 35 years later, Lance can be satisfied with his successes as manager of the Great Falls (Montana) Wastewater Treatment Plant for Veolia North America.Those include a 2018 William D. Hatfield Award and a 2021 Operator of the Year distinction from the Montana Water Environment Association, which he has served for several years as secretary-treasurer.“I’ve really
