Chris Francois
Sulphur,LA
Summary
Dedicated and accountable professional with over 14 years of industry experience, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills, and proficiency in transferring cargo, maintenance repairs utilizing hand and power tools, as well as equipment handling. With understanding the importance of following safety and work procedures. Strong relationship-building abilities, reliable and adaptable, with a proven capacity to learn swiftly and apply new skills effectively. Committed to maintaining a positive attitude and strong organizational capabilities while managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet team goals efficiently.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dock Operator/Rover
PSC Group
09.2024 - Current
- Safely unload and load cargo to and from tanks, pipelines and barges.
- Initiate and monitor the loading and unloading of products, ensuring proper pipeline connections and managing flow rates and pressure.
- Coordinate with vessel personnel and facility staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Maintain, review and sign off on detailed, chronological dock logs and pre-transfer check lists.
- Monitor tank levels, temperatures, and pressures, making lineups, and other tank farm duties.
- Inspect and maintain storage tanks, pumps, pipelines and loading equipment.
- Read temperature, flow, and other meters and documented information.
- Take samples of products for analysis to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
- Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.
- Kept work area free of hazards and adhered to safe work practices.
- Interacted daily with Clients and other in-plant individuals to meet performance targets and resolve issues.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Boilermaker/piping Leadman
Austin Industries
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Daily tasks consisted of: Pulling permits, troubleshooting equipment, repairing and reinstating equipment, performing those tasks in a safe and timely manner.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Boilermaker Foreman
Turner Industries
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Installed, repaired and maintained process equipment and piping. Daily tasks consisted of: Pulling permits, troubleshooting equipment, overseeing repairs and reinstatement of equipment, execution of performing those tasks in a safe and timely manner.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Identified and addressed issues. Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components, filters, and pipng, to correct operating functions.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
Warehouse Expeditor
Sonny Bellon Building Specialties
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Overseeing and expediting the movement of goods within warehouse. Inventory management, Coordinating with other departments, timely processing of orders. Delivering goods and equipment on flatbeds, forklifts trucks, and trailers.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Warehouse manager
H&E
11.2013 - 10.2015
- Overseeing warehouse inventory. In charge of shipping and receiving. Stocking customer orders. Overseeing Equipment inspections.
- Delivering goods with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
Boilermaker
Turner Industries
09.2009 - 11.2013
- Installed, repaired and maintained process equipment and piping.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
Education
High school diploma -
Sulphur High School
Sulphur, LA05.2009
Skills
- Proficient in equipment maintenance
- Leadership expertise in diverse teams
- Experienced carpenter
- Experienced driver
- Experienced in project oversight
- Strong interpersonal communication abilities
- Equipment inspection
- Logistics planning
- Hazardous materials handling
- Crew management
- Task prioritization
- Production logging
Certification
- NCCER Certification
- May 2020 to Present
- In leadership
- September 2018 to Present
- Boilermaker maintenance
Timeline
Dock Operator/Rover
PSC Group
09.2024 - Current
Boilermaker/piping Leadman
Austin Industries
07.2022 - 06.2024
Boilermaker Foreman
Turner Industries
07.2017 - 07.2022
Warehouse Expeditor
Sonny Bellon Building Specialties
01.2015 - 07.2016
Warehouse manager
H&E
11.2013 - 10.2015
Boilermaker
Turner Industries
09.2009 - 11.2013
High school diploma -
Sulphur High School