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Brad Nix

Lake Charles,LA

Summary

Seeking a position in Operations Support to further develop my leadership skills, streamline audits, assist unit supervisors, and contribute to the efficiency of the team.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Console Operator

Citgo Petroleum Corp
11.2017 - Current
  • Coordinate and regulate process variables to maximize product flow rate and quality as a console operator
  • Supervise, mentor and train new operators (supervisor qualified- 3 years as qualified console)
  • Lead safe unit starts and shutdowns in emergency situations as a chief operator and console operator
  • Supervise operations in testing A Topper B4 SIS
  • Support process engineers with new control schemes for console operators
  • Assist OED with MOCs Hazard Reviews, and perform PSSRs
  • Develop unit Microsoft Teams site to coordinate maintenance, align unit goals, and create spreadsheets and tools for operations
  • Use Microsoft Office Suite to create shift reports, operational reports, create Excel spreadsheets to assist operations with monitoring unit conditions, track equipment maintenance, and audits

Operator

Global Edge Consultants Johnson
07.2017 - 11.2017
  • Monitored and recorded process variables such as levels, flows, temperatures and pressures
  • Contributed to the commission of an LNG unit
  • Commissioned a liquefaction unit

Aviation Maintenance Technician

ERA Helicopters, LLC
02.2013 - 12.2016
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs for aircraft
  • Experienced and trained in vibration monitoring and installed equipment for vibration analysis
  • Followed detailed procedures to perform removal and installation of aircraft components.
  • Maintained refinery operations for two years as a qualified console operator

Sergeant

United States Army National Guard
07.2002 - 07.2014
  • (E5) Light Infantry Scout Honorable Discharge
  • Served as squad leader
  • Commanded light truck infantry for scout platoon

Education

Associate of Applied Science Process Technology Graduate -

SOWELA Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
05.2017

Associate of Applied Science Aviation - Maintenance Technology

SOWELA Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
07.2012

Skills

  • Experienced Aviation Maintenance Technician knowledgeable of how to safely perform mechanical work, follow detailed procedures, troubleshoot and diagnose problems
  • Qualified Console
  • Ability to lead and stay calm under high pressure situations and deadlines
  • Proficient in refinery and operations
  • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision in a multi-tasked, fast paced environment
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills accompanied with parallel verbal and written communication skills

Certification

Holds an Associates Degree in Process Technology and Process Safety, Completed 45 hours of networking/programming classes while pursuing computer tech, Served honorably in the U.S Army National Guard as Sergeant and completed multiple Iraq deployments, Received FAA Airframe and Powerplant License

Timeline

Console Operator

Citgo Petroleum Corp
11.2017 - Current

Operator

Global Edge Consultants Johnson
07.2017 - 11.2017

Aviation Maintenance Technician

ERA Helicopters, LLC
02.2013 - 12.2016

Sergeant

United States Army National Guard
07.2002 - 07.2014

Associate of Applied Science Process Technology Graduate -

SOWELA Technical Community College

Associate of Applied Science Aviation - Maintenance Technology

SOWELA Technical Community College
Brad Nix