Tyler O'Dell
Blossvale,NY
Summary
Observant Boiler Operator possessing in-depth knowledge of air compressors, water softeners and condensate systems. Bringing 7-year background operating, maintaining and troubleshooting boiler feed pumps, circulating pumps and water softeners. Dependable, hardworking individual talented at efficiently resolving both unforeseen and foreseen problems. Self-reliant Boiler house Mechanic / Operator with excellent time management, communication and troubleshooting skills. Observes boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions and performs routine maintenance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Boiler Operator
GUSC
Rome, NY
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Monitored heating and cooling system performance through alarms, temperature and pressure differentials.
- Observed pressure, temperature and draft meters to verify correct operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners.
- Scheduled and assigned preventive maintenance for boiler and mechanical equipment.
- Verified appropriate degree of water softness by maintaining chemical treatment programs and regulating steam flow.
- Trained new operators on job responsibilities and safety issues and standards.
- Inspected systems, equipment and components to determine maintenance needs.
- Oversaw start-up, operations and shutdown procedures.
- Used chemical testing kits and oxygen scavengers to test and treat boiler feed water.
- Maintained boiler room log by recording meter and gauge data readings, water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
Tower Assembler/Technition
Mid-State Communications
Oriskany, NY
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Coordinated maintenance and responded to repair calls for assigned sites.
- Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
- Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.
- Built extensive knowledge working with testers and diagnostic tools.
- Changed out batteries at N.Y. State Police sites.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair.
- Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
- Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies.
Nuclear Machinist Mate
United States Naval Service
Coronado, CA
11.2013 - 03.2017
- Dispatched orders or instructions to personnel through radiotelephone or intercommunication systems to coordinate auxiliary equipment operation.
- Operated and continuously monitored boilers, turbines and wells within CVN71 nuclear power plant.
- Identified reactor equipment problems and applied appropriate resolution strategies to resolve issues.
- Developed and executed full-scale safety plan in case of emergency incidents and personally trained all supervisors on outlined procedures.
- Identified machine operational issues and contacted mechanics to discuss repair needs and schedule service.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Started, stopped, adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switchgears and system controls to keep operations within tight tolerances
- Determined strategies for controlling radiation exposure and limiting overall risks
- Followed nuclear equipment operational policies and procedures to drive environmental safety
Heavy Equipment Operator
Madison Oneida Boces
Verona, NY
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Used inspection, troubleshooting and repair abilities to quickly clear mechanical issues with heavy equipment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rome Free Academy
Rome, NY07.2011
Skills
- Installing new components
- Troubleshooting skills
- Performing repairs
- Inspecting equipment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Mechanical troubleshooting
Timeline
Boiler Operator
GUSC
02.2019 - 11.2021
Tower Assembler/Technition
Mid-State Communications
10.2017 - 02.2019
Nuclear Machinist Mate
United States Naval Service
11.2013 - 03.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
Madison Oneida Boces
09.2009 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Rome Free Academy