BRIAN GONZALES JR
ARABI,LA
Summary
Team-oriented leader with an unmatched work ethic and a strong commitment to improving work processes and developing employees through continued training. I am proactive and punctual with an unwavering focus on safety and reliability.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Superintendent
Valero Energy Corp.
Meraux, LA
09.2020 - Current
- Responsible for oil movement operations in the tank farm and the LPG truck rack, including coordination with planning on sales and receipts via pipelines, trucks, and Mississippi River vessels.
- Trained employees on all required positions and promoted continued career development.
- Planned and supervised maintenance and project activities for assigned areas.
Operations Shift Supervisor
Valero Energy Corp.
Meraux, LA
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Supervised 7 direct reports in the tank farm, LPG truck rack, Mississippi River dock, flare system, and waste water treater.
- Managed daily workflow, resolved operational issues, and facilitated communication between upper management and field operators.
Console Operator
Valero Energy Corp./Murphy Oil Corp.
Meraux, LA
09.2008 - 02.2019
- Console operator for the crude, vacuum, naphtha hydrotreater, reformer, and R.O.S.E units, as well as the tank farm, LPG truck rack, Mississippi River dock, flare system, and waste water treater.
- Monitored and adjusted all control points, communicating frequently with the field operators to maintain hydrocarbon products within the proper specifications while also maintaining safe, stable, and reliable operation.
Field Operator
Valero Energy Corp./Murphy Oil Corp.
Meraux, LA
11.2004 - 02.2019
- Field operator for the crude, vacuum, naphtha hydrotreater, reformer, and R.O.S.E units, as well as the tank farm, LPG truck rack, Mississippi River dock, flare system, and waste water treater.
- Completed daily rounds and made manual field adjustments, along with permitting and coordinating field activities for maintenance and project work.
Emergency Response Technician
United States Environmental Service
Meraux, LA
05.2004 - 11.2004
- On-call first responder for hazardous material spills and releases, trained in spill response, mitigation, and decontamination.
Roaster Operator
Sara Lee Coffee & Tea
Harahan, LA
11.2003 - 04.2004
- Safely Operated the coffee roasters, maintaining proper color and moisture specifications in a batch operation.
Flavor, Mixing, Grinding Technician
Folgers Coffee
New Orleans, LA
07.2000 - 08.2002
- Safely operated the coffee grinders and flavor mixers of whole bean and ground coffee in a batch operation, upstream of the packing lines.
Marine Percussionist
United States Marine Corps
Oceanside, CA
04.1996 - 04.2000
- Field band musician, performing with the 1st Marine Division Band for retirement ceremonies, changes of command, public parades and concerts.
- The highlights of my service were marching in the Rose Bowl parade 3 times and performing for a memorial service on the island of Peleliu for the World War II battle that occurred on the island.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LADelgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Operations Management
- Employee Training and Development
- Project Planning
- Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving
Timeline
Operations Superintendent
Valero Energy Corp.
09.2020 - Current
Operations Shift Supervisor
Valero Energy Corp.
02.2019 - 09.2020
Console Operator
Valero Energy Corp./Murphy Oil Corp.
09.2008 - 02.2019
Field Operator
Valero Energy Corp./Murphy Oil Corp.
11.2004 - 02.2019
Emergency Response Technician
United States Environmental Service
05.2004 - 11.2004
Roaster Operator
Sara Lee Coffee & Tea
11.2003 - 04.2004
Flavor, Mixing, Grinding Technician
Folgers Coffee
07.2000 - 08.2002
Marine Percussionist
United States Marine Corps
04.1996 - 04.2000
Some College (No Degree) -
University of New Orleans
Delgado Community College
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