Chet Watson
Baytown,TX
Summary
Accomplished Operator Technician with a robust background at Covestro and Haliburton, showcasing expertise in mechanical troubleshooting and critical thinking. Demonstrated excellence in enhancing safety protocols and process control, including a notable role in Covestro’s ERT and HAZMAT teams. Proven ability to lead and innovate in high-stakes environments, ensuring quality assurance and operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator Technician
Covestro
Baytown, TX
11.2014 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and vacuum systems
- Efficiently worked independently or as part of a team to complete projects within specified deadlines.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations related to safety requirements in the workplace.
- Developed expertise in operating a variety of heavy machinery including forklifts, cranes, and aerial lifts.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks such as lubricating motors, changing filters and replacing belts on a regular basis.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when providing instructions
- Displayed strong attention to detail when inspecting machines for potential problems or malfunctions.
- Conducted regular safety inspections on all equipment in order to identify potential hazards or risks.
- Proficiently utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers and screwdrivers for various mechanical repairs.
- Labored at multiple workstations, providing flexibility for production needs and supporting manpower fluctuation.
- Collaborated with operators as part of team, keeping projects on task.
- Followed all safety protocols and procedures.
ERT
Covestro
Baytown, TX
11.2014 - Current
- 9 years experiences with the Covestro fire brigade team
- Utilized trained skills to operate equipment such as air monitoring systems, water pump truck, ladder truck, foam trailers, and hand tools related to fire fighting
- NFPA 1081 Industrial Exterior Fire Birgade
- NFPA 4072 HAZMAT Technician
- NFPA NFPA 1006 2021 Ed Rope Awareness and Operations
- 5 years experience with Covestro rescue team
- Used proper communications skills to ensure safe and proficient rescues
- Utilized training to ensure proper use of all equipment such has harnesses, baskets, ropes, backboards, etc
- 3 years experience on the corporate HAZMAT team
- Using knowledge and experiences at Covestro to ensure the safe use, transfers, and monitoring of chemicals within the site
- Responds to HAZMAT needs on and off site
Operator Technician
Haliburton
Fresno, TX
02.2013 - 11.2014
- Worked with additive chemicals for making cement for oil rig casing
- Loaded and unloaded haul trucks
- Properly inventoried chemicals and additives used for the process
- Organized proper packaging with MSDS and shipping papers for every order
Torpedoman (MMW)
United States Navy
Kings Bay, Georgia
04.2010 - 12.2012
- Ensured the proper movement of ordinance onboard submarines
- Trained on proper and safety use of fire arms from submarines to squadron
- Troubleshooted critical equipment
- Safety checks before, during, and after deployment to make sure everything was to or exceeded the standards
- Kept log books for any actions that have been done within the torpedo room
- Responsible for doing hourly readings on equipment
Education
High School -
Deer Park High School
Deer Park, TX05-2007
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Instrumentation calibration
- Process control
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Operator Technician
Covestro
11.2014 - Current
ERT
Covestro
11.2014 - Current
Operator Technician
Haliburton
02.2013 - 11.2014
Torpedoman (MMW)
United States Navy
04.2010 - 12.2012
High School -
Deer Park High School