Bien Sambilay
League City,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oil Spill Responder
ExxonMobil Refinery
Baytown , TX
2019.01 - 2024.06
- Conducted soil surveys to assess land suitability for agricultural and urban uses.
- Designed plans for response areas. (land and water)
- Inventoried and maintained response boats and equipment
- Trained other responders
- Continuously trained on other techniques of containment
- Boom deployment and strategies
- Boat operations
Hazmat Specialist
ExxonMobil Refinery
Baytown , Texas
2009.03 - 2024.06
- Assessed hazardous materials and determined appropriate containment methods.
- Developed plans for responding to hazardous material spills or releases.
- Investigated incidents involving hazardous materials and documented findings in reports.
- Inspected storage containers for compliance with government regulations.
- Drafted documents outlining requirements for safe transportation of hazardous materials.
- Instructed personnel on proper techniques for handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.
- Identified unknown materials utilizing HazCat Kit.
- Handled oxygen and gas monitors and mercury vapor analyzer.
- Responded to leaking highway trailers and transferred to good trailers
- Responded to over turned and Derailed train cars. Transferred to good rail cars
- Overseen contract crews during hazmat scenes
ExxonMobil Firefighter
ExxonMobil Refinery
Baytown , Texas
2003.01 - 2024.06
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
Process Technician
ExxonMobil Chemical
Baytown , Texas
1990.05 - 2024.06
- Monitored production processes for compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and operational standards.
- Performed troubleshooting on automated systems to identify root causes of process issues and implement corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of process parameters, test results, and other relevant data in accordance with company policies.
- Provided technical support to production personnel regarding equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to develop new processes or modify existing ones as needed.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and ensured proper calibration according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery components to ensure they were functioning properly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements related to the manufacturing process.
- Analyzed product samples for conformance with specifications using various testing methods and instruments.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved operating efficiencies or reduction in waste materials.
- Trained new employees on safe work practices within the plant environment as well as machine operation techniques.
- Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes.
- Participated in design reviews for proposed projects providing feedback from a processing perspective.
- Prepared required documents and reviewed for accuracy.
- Analyzed process data with various statistical tools.
- Actively took part in training classes and workshops, met one-on-one with vendors and delivered employee training on process equipment.
- Analyzed all processes and identified all fundamental issues and assisted in appropriate resolutions.
- Safeguarded areas from possible equipment fires and notified safety manager regarding job hazards.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance on nights and weekends to prevent downtime.
- Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.
- Performed basic calculations and tabulations of technical data.
- Provided technical direction and training to other technologists.
- Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
- Maintained communications and information security levels and observed appropriate security level requirements.
- Recommended corrective and preventive actions to boost product reliability.
- Gathered and evaluated data for validity, accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained safety by verifying compliance and assuring proper factory testing.
- Organized, analyzed and prepared technical data reports.
- Created sketches and marked up drawings to show changes occurred.
- Improved and refined methods, process steps or procedures and implemented changes.
- Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems.
- Executed root cause analysis to improve yield and reliability.
Volunteer Firefighter
League City volunteer FD
League City , Texas
2003.01 - 2013.01
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
- Developed strategies for containment of fires based on environmental factors such as wind direction and fuel sources.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
- Conducted public education programs about fire safety topics, such as smoke alarms and home escape plans.
- Advised homeowners on methods for preventing house fires through proper storage of flammable materials and use of extinguishers.
- Patrolled assigned areas for signs of fires or other hazardous situations.
- Performed routine inspections of buildings to identify potential safety hazards or code violations.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from investigations into causes of fires.
- Investigated suspicious blazes in order to identify possible arsonists.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
- Supported rescue operations by providing assistance in searching for missing persons.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple emergency response teams during major incidents.
- Participated in post-emergency reviews with supervisors to discuss ways to improve future responses.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
Store Manager
Jeans West
Webster , Texas
1985.01 - 1990.04
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Updated POS system with new products and promotional offers.
- Planned special promotions or discounts based on market trends.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
- Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
- Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Ridge High School
Old Bridge, NJ1984-05
Skills
- Fitness and Agility
- Fire Apparatus Operation
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Swift water rescue
- Structural Firefighting
- Ventilation Techniques
- Emergency Scene Management
- Critical Incident Stress Management
- Incident Command System
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Staff development and leadership
- Incident safety
- Fire response team direction
- First Aid Certified
- Supply procurement
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Firefighting procedures
- Semi-annual drills
- Emergency Response Procedures
Certification
- 1081 Pro board Certified (Specialist)
- Highway and Rail specialist
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 700, 800
- ICS trained
- Safety Officer
- Hazmat specialist
- CDL Drivers License
- Swift Water rescue
Accomplishments
- Firefighter fo the year (League city and Exxonmobil)
- 21 year of service ExxonMobil Fire dept.
- 10 years of service LEAGUE CITY volunteer Fire Dept.
- 15 year Hazmat technicain
- 5 year oil spill resonse
Affiliations
- Hobbies; Cycling, surfing, scuba diving, snowboarding, traveling.
Family
- Daughter and granddaughter
- 4 siblings
- 9 nieces and nephews
- Parents(living)
Emergency Responses
Hurricane Katrina, Responded with League City FD as a volunteer and helped rebuild 2 fire stations along with numerous responses to fires and other emergencies under MARTIAL LAW.
Hurricane Rita, Responded with ExxonMobil for Shut down and start up support for emergency services
Hurricane Ike, Responded with League City FD for fire extinguishment and water rescue
Tropical Storm Harvey, Responded with national guard as a civilian responder with city knowledge. Performed water rescues and assisted with opening up 2 shelters.
Timeline
Oil Spill Responder
ExxonMobil Refinery
2019.01 - 2024.06
Hazmat Specialist
ExxonMobil Refinery
2009.03 - 2024.06
ExxonMobil Firefighter
ExxonMobil Refinery
2003.01 - 2024.06
Volunteer Firefighter
League City volunteer FD
2003.01 - 2013.01
Process Technician
ExxonMobil Chemical
1990.05 - 2024.06
Store Manager
Jeans West
1985.01 - 1990.04
High School Diploma -
Cedar Ridge High School
- 1081 Pro board Certified (Specialist)
- Highway and Rail specialist
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 700, 800
- ICS trained
- Safety Officer
- Hazmat specialist
- CDL Drivers License
- Swift Water rescue
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