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Utility Plant Operator resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Stationary Engineer experienced in operating boilers, refrigeration machinery, pumps, piping, cooling towers and water treatment program and electrical equipment. Highly efficient and results-oriented.

Skills
  • PSI Management
  • Water Purification Systems
  • Adjusting Chemical Levels
  • Valve Rebuilding
  • Plant Machinery and Equipment
  • Plant Operations
  • Equipment Operation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Parts Repair and Replacement
  • Work Scheduling
  • Solving Problems
  • EPA Regulations Understanding
Experience
Utility Plant Operator, 10/2005 to Current
City Of Midland, TxMidland, TX,
  • Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Collected samples to assess water quality and tested for pH, hardness and sediment levels.
  • Performed tests and maintenance using specific instruments, equipment and tools.
  • Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
  • Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently.
  • Directed routine adjustments, cleaning and painting equipment.
  • Made sound and logical judgments regarding process changes.
  • Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
  • Maintained current knowledge about latest operating and maintenance practices with continuing education courses.
  • Maintained proper chemical inventories.
  • Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
  • Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
  • Gauged and recorded daily tank inventory.
  • Maintained correct temperature, levels and pressures on process systems and equipment.
  • Started up, shut down and checked water and wastewater treatment processes.
Utility Plant Operator, 11/1998 to 10/2005
City Of Midland, TxMidland, TX,
  • Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Collected samples to assess water quality and tested for pH, hardness and sediment levels.
  • Performed tests and maintenance using specific instruments, equipment and tools.
  • Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
  • Used forklifts, pumping equipment and air compressors frequently.
  • Directed routine adjustments, cleaning and painting equipment.
  • Coordinated ongoing maintenance and housekeeping of plant and chillers, air compressors and Boiler equipment.
  • Made sound and logical judgments regarding process changes.
  • Interpreted results of process control analysis and made adjustments to optimize plant performance.
  • Maintained current knowledge about latest operating and maintenance practices with continuing education courses.
  • Maintained proper chemical inventories.
  • Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
  • Responded to and initiated proper corrections to process alarms.
  • Gauged and recorded daily tank inventory.
  • Maintained correct temperature, levels and pressures on process systems and equipment.
  • Performed quality control tests on lab equipment and lab analyses.
  • Recorded operating data on daily work sheets from laboratory analysis and flow metering equipment.
  • Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
  • Executed field service on water main and hydrant repairs, valve maintenance and water meter change-outs.
Ice Plant Engineer, Coal Boiler Operator, 05/1991 to 11/1998
Hilton Davis Chemical Co.City, STATE,
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance on boilers according to company schedule, reducing number of service calls to outside technicians.
  • Monitored gauges and meters to record temperature fluctuations and document variances in airflow and fuel consumption.
  • Adjusted boiler valves to establish appropriate air and water flow levels and control flow of liquid fuel into burners to regulate temperatures.
  • Evaluated plant operational processes and documented possible improvements and implementation plans.
  • Maintained daily log book to quantify resource consumption and advise management on fuel consumption patterns and maintenance needs requiring visits from outside technicians.
  • Removed soot and debris from inside boiler, replaced water filters and treated for mineral deposits and cleaned burners in anticipation of annual equipment inspections.
  • Operated refrigeration, hydraulic, water recirculation systems, cooling towers and other systems relating to regulation of boiler operations and facility heating and cooling requirements.
  • Measured air quality of boiler exhaust systems and calibrated equipment for compliance with OSHA and company-mandated safe work environment regulations.
  • Fired wood- and coal-burning furnaces with stokers as well as gas- and oil-fed boilers by starting and regulating fuel supply through automated gas feeds and oil pumps.
  • Drafted compliance, throughput and safety reports to inform management.
  • Performed maintenance services to correct and prevent problems.
Education and Training
: , Expected in 09/1987
Us Navy "A" School - Great Lakes, IL,
GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1985
Anderson High School - Cincinnati, OH
GPA:
Certifications
  • Licensed 3rd Class Stationary Engineer State of Ohio - 1993
  • Licensed Universal Refrigeration technician - 1994

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School Attended

  • Us Navy "A" School
  • Anderson High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Utility Plant Operator
  • Utility Plant Operator
  • Ice Plant Engineer, Coal Boiler Operator

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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