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Buck Downing

Cleburne,TX

Summary

Resourceful Pipeline Technician known for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Specialize in pipeline maintenance, safety protocols, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operations. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, applying these soft skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and resolve issues swiftly.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipeline Technician A

Energy Transfer
01.2022 - Current
  • Operate 3516/ 3608 Cat Arial packages
  • Maintain dehy operations, Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage and maintaine crude pumping stations.
  • Installed new piping systems according to specifications and engineering drawings.
  • Follow all SOP and company practices
  • Use SAP, for station and all ROW compliance work orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop solutions for complex problems encountered during operations.
  • Inspected pipeline components for corrosion, welds, valves, flanges and other fittings to ensure proper operation.
  • Identified potential hazards associated with operating pipelines and developed strategies for mitigating risk.
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting mechanical issues with pipelines.
  • Performed routine inspections and maintenance of pipelines, including leak detection and repair.
  • Assisted in the installation of pumps, compressors, valves, regulators and related equipment.
  • Coordinated with contractors and vendors to complete projects in a timely manner.

Plant Operator A

Energy Transfer
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Operate and maintain plant equipment
  • (Motors, Compressors, Turbo Expander, Dehy/ Regen and cryo skids
  • Update MOC’S, P&ID’s
  • Review work plans, critical lifts, coordinate contractors and write permitting.
  • Ensured proper functioning of automated systems used within the facility's production areas.
  • Managed hazardous waste disposal processes in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Implemented changes as directed by management in order to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Adjusted valves, pumps, motors, and other components in order to maintain the desired level of operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance activities on plant machinery and equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Performed physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying and moving heavy objects.

Compressor Tech Level II

Black Hills Energy
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Operation and Maintenance of Cameron dehydration and glycol systems
  • Maintenance of Storage wells
  • Operating 9390,7044 Waukesha engines
  • Compressor stations in HCA areas, while maintaining customer feeds
  • Valve maintenance
  • Line locating/watching
  • Construction and Stoppling
  • Performing all maintenance on all gas related facilities.

Education

Welding Certification -

Colorado Mesa University
12.2015

Skills

  • Operating process equipment and compression
  • Dehydration of gas
  • Line Locating
  • Professionalism in high pressure situations
  • Situational awareness and maturity
  • Goal Setting and Time Management
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint and Schematic Reading
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Safety Procedures
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Skills

Certification

  • General Welding Certification

References

References Available Upon Request

Timeline

Pipeline Technician A

Energy Transfer
01.2022 - Current

Plant Operator A

Energy Transfer
01.2021 - 01.2022

Compressor Tech Level II

Black Hills Energy
01.2018 - 01.2020

Welding Certification -

Colorado Mesa University

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