CHARLES SOULÉ
NRG Services
17
years of professional experience
Dedicated and driven mechanical operator with extensive experience in industrial plant environment, including operations, maintenance, safety protocol, and leadership. Proven, consistent track record of safe and efficient plant operation, quality assurance, and meeting established key requirements. Equally comfortable and effective in leadership or support roles, and working independently or as part of a team.
Work History
Plant Operator
9 Months- Operating two GE MS7001EA and associated HRSGs providing steam and power generation for PEMEX Deer Park Refinery.
- Operated and maintained water treatment systems to ensure water quality for boiler feedwater and efficient operations.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
ROC Operator
8 Months- Responsible for safe remote operations of 42 LM6000 gas turbines totaling over 2000 MW over 5 different sites and associated balance of plant equipment.
- Monitored system operations, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to enhance efficiency in production processes.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
Head Operator
7 Years 2 Months- Operated a combined cycle plant (4 combustion turbines and 1 steam turbine) safely and environmentally to maximize generation and maintain steam generation responsibilities of the Channelview Cogeneration Plant.
- Applied industry policies and procedures to ensure safe equipment setup and operation.
- Delivered on-the-job training to new hires and team members, enhancing team competency.
- Identified and assessed upset conditions in plant operations, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
Maintenance Technician
8 Months- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns to restore functionality and performed preventive maintenance to extend equipment lifespan.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to ensure compliance with maintenance schedules.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves, and motors to maintain optimal operational performance.
Process Operator
1 Year 2 Months- Updated shift supervisor on production status, identified problems and deviations.
- Isolated and prepared equipment for corrective and scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Observed all safety rules and regulations and encouraged others to do same, effectively reducing work-related injuries.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Coordinated with other departments to streamline production workflows.
- Documented inside and outside process readings in daily log sheets for accuracy.
Machinist Mate
6 Years- Read and interpreted technical documentation.
- Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
- Monitored nuclear reactor equipment performance to identify operational inefficiencies, hazards or needs for maintenance or repair.
- Conducted thorough inspections and operations outside of control rooms to quickly identify and address concerns.
- Noted malfunctions of equipment, instruments and controls and reported conditions to supervisors to promote immediate resolutions.
- Started, stopped, adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switchgears and system controls to keep operations within tight tolerances.
Education
- Adv. Primary Valve Ops Train the Trainer 2013
- US Navy Nuclear Protoype Training Unit 2011
- US Navy Power School 2010-2011
- US Navy Machinist Mate A school.
- Siemens SPPA-T3000 Adv. Simulator 2021
- Aerial & Forklift Trained
Skills
Documentation
Troubleshooting
Mechanical Principles
Safety Best Practices
Operational Procedures
Safety Protocol - including LOTO.
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
Scheduling and planning
Inspections and Quality Assurance
Heavy Equipment Operation
Timeline
Plant Operator
NRG Services
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
ROC Operator
ProEnergy
03.2025 - 11.2025Read More
Head Operator
Channelview Cogeneration Plant
01.2018 - 03.2025Read More
Maintenance Technician
HOBAS Pipe
05.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Process Operator
Heritage Crystal Clean
02.2016 - 04.2017Read More
Machinist Mate
United States Navy
01.2010 - 01.2016Read More
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