Austin K. Barnes
Bedford,USA
Summary
Highly skilled powerplant operator with one and a half years of supervisory experience for a 1,300 MW power station. Equipped with the ability, willingness, and determination to complete all assigned duties and tasks on-time, while ensuring compliance to policies, procedures, and regulations. Committed to accomplishment and continuous development or maintenance of needs required to meet and exceed expectations. Decorated United States Air Force (USAF) veteran with a successful history as a team member working with diverse populations, exercising desirable followership and leadership qualities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
OVEC/IKEC
Madison, IN
11.2024 - Current
- Direct daily tasks and supervise the safe operation of a 220 MW coal-fired generating unit
- Issuing authority designee for energy and equipment isolation clearances
- Ensure compliance of environmental permit requirements and standards relating to flue-gas treatment and stormwater pollutants
- Contributed to increased by-product sales through implementation of continuous improvement processes
- Assist in the training and development of new operators
Auxiliary Equipment Operator
OVEC/IKEC
Madison, IN
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Operated unit auxiliary equipment and monitored controls & instrumentation for various system processes
- Effectively coordinated the troubleshooting and repairs of instrumentation and equipment
- Created and issued energy and equipment isolation clearances
- Completed requirements for Equipment Operator and Operating Supervisor; began operating in July of 2023
Auxiliary Equipment Operator- Junior
OVEC/IKEC
Madison, IN
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Implemented safety practices and techniques tailored to specific-duties, daily
- Attained an understanding of the equipment and systems for electrical generation
- Performed routine inspections and minor maintenance of plant equipment
- Identified and reported abnormal conditions or irregularities
- Learned and assisted with the clearance process in order to safely isolate energy and prepare equipment to be worked on
- Performed breaker racking and related activities
Mental Health Supervisor
USAF
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Supervised operations in the USAF’s second largest mental health clinic ensuring the annual delivery of $3 million in services to 58K personnel
- Enforced standards and adherence to directives
- Managed mental health service resources and activities ensuring deployment readiness and fitness for duty of military personnel
- Developed and mentored subordinates
Mental Health Technician
USAF
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH
11.2016 - 06.2020
- Delivered prevention, education, and outreach briefings for a military installation hosting a population of 30K personnel
- Spearheaded continuous process improvement and lean daily management projects that contributed to the work-center being awarded the 'Air Force Outstanding Unit Award'
- Coordinated emergency psychiatric hospitalizations for service-members and their beneficiaries
- Conducted psychological evaluations for fitness, readiness, and security clearances
Fly-Ash Maintenance Shift Lead
Legner Energy Group
Ghent, KY
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance on a pneumatic conveyance system for the transport of coal combustion byproduct
- Effectively coordinated system repairs by utilizing clear communication with staff operators
- Ensured compliance of safety standards within the team resulting in zero penalty fees and zero safety mishaps
- Led on-the-job trainings for new hires
Education
Airmen Leadership School -
Wright-Patterson AFB
OH01.2020
USAF Basic Military Training -
JBSA-Lackland AFB
01.2016
USAF Initial Skills Course -
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
01.2016
Diploma -
Trimble County High School
Bedford, KY01.2013
Skills
- Safety-oriented
- Highly adaptable
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Perform under pressure
- Familiar with Emerson Ovation DCS
- Goal-driven
- Proficient with Microsoft office applications
- Proficient with Adobe Acrobat
Honorsandawards
- Summa Cum Laude, High School Honors Graduate, 05/01/13
- USAF Basic Military Training Honors Graduate, 05/01/16
- Air Force Mental Health Services 'Airmen of the Year', 05/01/18
- Air Force Achievement Medal, 05/01/19
- Commandant Coin Recipient, Airmen Leadership School, 05/01/20
Timeline
Equipment Operator
OVEC/IKEC
11.2024 - Current
Auxiliary Equipment Operator
OVEC/IKEC
11.2022 - 11.2024
Auxiliary Equipment Operator- Junior
OVEC/IKEC
05.2022 - 11.2022
Mental Health Supervisor
USAF
06.2020 - 04.2022
Mental Health Technician
USAF
11.2016 - 06.2020
Fly-Ash Maintenance Shift Lead
Legner Energy Group
07.2015 - 01.2016
Airmen Leadership School -
Wright-Patterson AFB
USAF Basic Military Training -
JBSA-Lackland AFB
USAF Initial Skills Course -
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
Diploma -
Trimble County High School