CHRISTOPHER GLEASON
Phoenix,NY
Summary
Operations Technician experienced in operating and maintaining renewable natural gas facilities. Achieved safe and reliable plant operations through effective monitoring, troubleshooting, and mechanical maintenance in a 24/7 environment. Demonstrated technical expertise in managing organizational technology infrastructure, including hardware and software systems, while ensuring effective project deployment and security.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
Archaea Energy
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Operated and maintained a renewable natural gas facility processing landfill gas into renewable natural gas in a continuous 24/7 industrial operating environment.
- Collaborated in five-person operations team to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous plant operation in 24/7 environment.
- Operated and monitored process equipment including compressors, pumps, blowers, dryers, membrane systems, and knockout systems.
- Utilized SCADA and control-room systems to monitor plant conditions, equipment status, process parameters, alarms, and overall facility operation.
- Conducted routine plant rounds and equipment inspections to identify abnormal conditions, developing equipment issues, and potential operational problems.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
- Troubleshot mechanical and process equipment failures and took corrective action to restore safe and reliable plant operation.
- Responded to plant alarms, emergencies, and equipment failures as part of a 24/7 callout rotation, including responding to issues within the required one-hour response window.
- Trained incoming employees on plant operations, safety procedures, and equipment handling, providing hands-on support during callouts to enhance operational readiness.
- Renewable Natural Gas Facility
MAIL CARRIER
United States Postal Service
Auburn, USA
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed daily delivery routes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of mail while maintaining high standards of productivity and customer service.
- Followed strict USPS policies and procedures to protect mail, packages, customer information, and postal property.
- Exhibited effective time management and organization skills, demonstrating accountability and independent decision-making in a high-responsibility role.
- Auburn, NY
MATERIAL HANDLER / CASTER OPERATOR
Nucor Steel
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Operated equipment in a demanding steel manufacturing environment while following strict safety and production requirements.
- Operated equipment in fast-paced steel manufacturing environment, adhering to stringent safety and production standards.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and coordinated material movement to support production schedules and deadlines.
- Coordinated material movement and maintained precise inventory records to ensure on-time production schedules.
- Organized material storage areas and enforced industrial safety procedures to promote workplace safety.
MANAGER / SALES ASSOCIATE
Metro Mattress
02.2011 - 07.2018
- Managed daily sales operations, employee performance, customer relationships, and business development to drive revenue growth.
- Managed daily sales operations, employee performance, customer relationships, and business development activities.
- Trained and motivated employees, developing incentive programs that enhanced team performance.
SERVICE MEMBER
United States Marine Corps
08.2006 - 08.2010
- Executed tasks in demanding military environment, demonstrating discipline, accountability, teamwork, safety awareness, and attention to detail.
- Ensured operational readiness by maintaining equipment through inspections, maintenance, inventory control, and training.
- Contributed to emergency preparedness and operational training exercises, receiving strong performance evaluations.
- Developed the ability to work effectively under pressure, follow established procedures, and perform safely in demanding environments.
Education
GED -
Auburn High School
Auburn, NYSkills
- RNG Operations
- Landfill Gas Processing
- 24/7 Plant Operations
- SCADA / Control Room
- Process Monitoring & Control
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Blowers
- Gas Dryers
- Membrane Systems
- Knockout Systems
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Maintenance management
- Emergency response
- LOTO
- Confined Space
- Hot Work
- Safety assessments
- Permit-Required Work
- Industrial Safety
Affiliations
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
Core Technical Skills
- RNG Operations
- Landfill Gas Processing
- 24/7 Plant Operations
- SCADA / Control Room
- Process Monitoring & Control
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Blowers
- Gas Dryers
- Membrane Systems
- Knockout Systems
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
- Emergency & Alarm Response
- LOTO
- Confined Space
- Hot Work
- JSA / JHA
- Permit-Required Work
- Industrial Safety
- Forklift
- Lull / Telehandler
- Man Lift
- Scissor Lift
- Employee Training
- Team Leadership & Mentoring
Timeline
OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN
Archaea Energy
01.2023 - 01.2026
MAIL CARRIER
United States Postal Service
06.2021 - 01.2023
MATERIAL HANDLER / CASTER OPERATOR
Nucor Steel
07.2018 - 06.2021
MANAGER / SALES ASSOCIATE
Metro Mattress
02.2011 - 07.2018
SERVICE MEMBER
United States Marine Corps
08.2006 - 08.2010
GED -
Auburn High School