Andy Givans
Payneville,Ky
Summary
Experienced Utilities Operator known for operating all areas of a Utility Department. These include steam production, nitrogen and natural gas systems; raw, fire, and drinking water {licensed}; and responsible for hazardous waste. Most systems are monitored using a Delta V program.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utilities Operator
Monument Chemical
Brandenburg, KY
11.2010 - Current
- Responsible for steam production from natural gas powered boilers, natural gas, raw water, drinking water, fire water, air compressors, hazardous waste, and incoming electricity.
- Operated and monitored equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Troubleshooting machinery to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to implement process improvements, increasing overall operational effectiveness.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations while managing chemical processes and material handling.
- Developed standard operating procedures for hazardous material management, enhancing workplace safety practices.
- Enhanced safety procedures by conducting regular inspections of utility systems and reporting any concerns or issues.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through thorough handover briefings, ensuring continuity in plant operations.
- Provided support during facility expansions or upgrades, coordinating closely with project teams to ensure seamless integration of new utility systems.
- Supported plant operations with quick response times to address any utility-related emergencies or shutdowns.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date logs of equipment performance data and maintenance activities conducted.
- Operated and monitored both high and low-pressure boilers and systems, pipes and gauges.
- Maximized resource utilization by scheduling preventive maintenance activities during periods of low production demand or planned shutdowns.
- Responded to calls during utility emergencies to protect integrity of machinery and conserve resources.
- Responded to emergency calls for utility repairs and troubleshooting.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
Production Operator
AGC
Elizabethtown KY
01.1995 - 03.2009
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to address production challenges and optimize processes.
- Trained new operators on safety procedures and operational protocols for improved compliance.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products to maintain consistency and reliability.
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities while maintaining focus on meeting production targets and deadlines.
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Chemical handling
- Safety compliance
- Mechanical aptitude
- Confined space entry
- Control systems
- Safety procedures
- System monitoring
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Boiler operations
- Water treatment
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Troubleshooting
- OSHA compliance
- Pumps and compressors
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- Kentucky Drinking Water License
- DOT Certified
Timeline
Utilities Operator
Monument Chemical
11.2010 - Current
Production Operator
AGC
01.1995 - 03.2009