Aron Ibarra
Kermit,TX
Summary
Dynamic Pipeline Operator with proven expertise, excelling in emergency response and pipeline maintenance. Skilled in pressure monitoring and effective communication, I successfully trained junior operators and enhanced safety protocols, ensuring operational excellence and team collaboration. Committed to upholding high safety standards while achieving efficient project outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipeline Operator
Western Midstream Partners
Kermit, TX
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Participated in meetings with inspectors involved in projects concerning construction or modification of pipelines.
- Responded to emergency situations such as spills or ruptures in a timely manner.
- Conducted daily inspections of pipelines for damage or leakage.
- Connected truck hoses and/or pipelines to the truck to meet safety protocols.
- Inspected tools in field and in shop to verify functionality and effectiveness.
- Performed regular maintenance on pipeline systems to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Created detailed reports summarizing operations activities within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Monitored gauges and pressure pumps throughout tasks to check safety and operational performance.
- Trained junior operators on safe operating practices within the company's pipelines.
- Completed ongoing regulation training and participated in site expectation meetings before new projects.
- Collaborated with coworkers to update safety practices and uphold effective safety behaviors.
- Reported any irregularities in the operation of the pipeline system to management personnel.
- Provided technical support to field technicians during installation and repair work on pipelines.
- Worked closely with supervisors and other members of staff to maintain efficient operations at all times.
- Completed pipeline repairs.
- Monitored pressure gauges, flowmeters and other instruments to ensure system integrity and safety.
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Silica
Crane, TX
04.2020 - 10.2024
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
Dry Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Alpine Silica
Kermit, Texas
10.2017 - 04.2020
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical problems as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of process readings on a daily basis.
- Coordinated shutdowns and start-ups of plant equipment for maintenance or operational changes.
- Adjusted valves, pumps, motors, and other components in order to maintain the desired level of operation.
- Ran and washed filtration process units.
- Performed daily inspections of plant systems, identifying potential problems and taking corrective action as needed.
- Followed MSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.
- Communicated with colleagues and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hobbs High School
Hobbs, NM05-2012
Skills
- Pipeline maintenance
- Emergency response
- System inspections
- Pressure monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Valve operation and maintenance
- Teamwork and communication
- Critical thinking
- Judgment and decision making
- Policy and procedure implementation
- Geographic information systems
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Pipeline Operator
Western Midstream Partners
10.2024 - 04.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Silica
04.2020 - 10.2024
Dry Plant Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Alpine Silica
10.2017 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Hobbs High School
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