Alan Evans

Operations Experience in Hydrocracking, Hydro Treating, Continuous Catalyst Regen and Crude Units

Multiple full unit shut downs and Turn around responsibilities

• Safely and effectively clearing process piping and equipment using refinery utilities (steam and nitrogen)
• Effectively air freeing equipment using nitrogen
• Overseeing multiple contractor groups to ensure timely completion of scope of work.
• Safe Operation of Forklift and Man Lift
• Conducted regular inspections of machinery components to ensure they were functioning properly.
• Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes.
• Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards.
• Collaborated with engineering staff to develop new processes or modify existing ones as needed.
• Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved operating efficiencies or reduction in waste materials.
• Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.

• Expert level GTAW/TIG welding
• Expert level GMAW/MIG welding
• AWS Certified in GTAW and GMAW welding processes
• Proficient in Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and Aluminum
• Custom Roll Cage and Chassis fabrication
• Custom Turbo piping and fabrication
• Expert EFI Tuning
• Proficient in Holley, FuelTech and HalTech

• High Pressure steam and process Leak Repair
• Carbon/Kevlar wrap installation and inspection
• Bolting and Torquing Specialist in Refinery and Oil Field piping and process equipment
• Cathodic Protection Specialist for Natural Gas pipeline operations and inspection
• NCCER Certified in Abnormal Operating conditions
• NCCER Certified Boilermaker
• Provided leadership, direction and guidance to boilermaker staff in order to ensure the safe and efficient operation of all boilers.
• Developed work plans for boilermaker projects, including cost estimates, timelines and resource requirements.
• Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
• Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
• Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
• Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
• Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.

• Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations regarding personal protective equipment.
• Adjusted air pressure settings for optimal results.
• Identified potential hazards associated with operating sandblast equipment and took corrective action as needed.
• Maintained, operated and repaired abrasive blasting equipment.
• Mixed abrasives according to desired finishes.
• Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
• Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.