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Damon Young

Kinder,LA

Summary

Seeking a challenging and rewarding career opportunity in a professional environment, which will provide maximum personal, professional, and financial growth, as well as stability.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

NGL Controller III

Targa Resources
05.2019 - Current
  • Monitored and controlled multi-system NGL pipeline operations via SCADA, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of liquid products across PHMSA-jurisdictional lines.
  • Identified and mitigated abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) by analyzing real-time data to prevent environmental impact, equipment damage, and regulatory liabilities.
  • Coordinated emergency response and facility optimization by collaborating with field personnel (I&E, measurement, and maintenance) to resolve operational upsets and equipment malfunctions.
  • Maintained 100% compliance with DOT and safety regulations, including computer-based training, and PHMSA qualifications.
  • Delegated as the primary point of contact for operational decisions during supervisor absences; managed shift handovers, coordinated emergency response efforts, and communicated with schedulers on nominations.

Gas Control Manager/Gas/Pipeline Controller

Kinetica Partners, LLC
04.2008 - 05.2019
  • Coordinate and supervise the 24-hour operations of the Kinetica Gas Control staff and their responsibilities.
  • Monitor system flows, pressures and other operating parameters and makes adjustments, as necessary.
  • Ensure the generation and accuracy of daily, weekly and monthly: gas delivery reports, downtime reports, work logs and the timely distribution to executive management.
  • Collaborate and coordinate enhancements and implementations to the SCADA system.
  • Evaluate and update Gas Control associated functions for emergency response and back-up contingency plans.
  • Assists in the troubleshooting of: SCADA, communications and electronic measurement systems issues, as well as issues with various operating tools used by the Control Room.
  • Interface with Gas Marketing, maintain collaborative and cross-functional working relationships with members of the department, district office and field employees.
  • Responsible for maintaining shift work schedules and coordinating time-off for the Gas Control operations.
  • Assist in the selection and training of qualified personnel for Gas Controller positions.
  • Evaluator for DOT/PHMSA covered operator qualification tasks.
  • Conduct & coordinate employee performance evaluations and personnel development.
  • Promoted internally throughout my 10 years.

Purchasing Manager/Information Technology Admin

SRS, Inc.
06.2006 - 03.2008
  • Provided Internal Desktop support and resolved all hardware and software related issues.
  • Administered all User accounts (Add, Reset, Update, Remove).
  • Maintained/repaired wired and wireless networks consisting of servers, firewalls, routers, switches.
  • Compiled and maintained records of items purchased on a daily basis.
  • Prepared and sent purchase orders, communicated with vendors to ensure the availability and delivery dates of goods.
  • Supervised office staff.
  • Compiled quarterly inventory list of warehouse and vehicles.
  • Provided support for Blackberry mobile devices.
  • Provided training and support on email configuration, Microsoft Office applications, Corrigo Property Management Software, and desktop configuration.

Preventative Maintenance QA-QC Inspector

Del-Jen, Inc.
03.2006 - 06.2006
  • Visually inspect interior and exterior of FEMA temporary housing units.
  • Process assessment records and discrepancies.
  • Conduct inspections of safety devices and equipment inside the housing unit.
  • Inspect all work performed by Maintenance.

Sr. Operations Admin

Sprint/Nextel
12.2002 - 03.2006
  • Create, maintain, and run reports using Crystal Reports, Optima Attendance Controller, and Microsoft Office Software.
  • Administer analysis and design workforce schedules utilizing Blue Pumpkin Workforce Management software.
  • Track and analyze historical trends and previous day/week performance, identify impact and provide feedback on daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
  • Assist with reports for easy analytical review for better strategic and tactical decisions.
  • Accurately monitor agent activity and department queues to administer service level performance and provide feedback when problems are detected.
  • Administer shift changes and shift preferences for all departments, plan and coordinate overtime needed prior to target date.
  • Maintain and track employee’s time using a web interface time system.

Education

Associate Degree - Computer Technology

Louisiana Technical CollegeSowela Campus
Lake Charles, Louisiana
01-2000

Associate Degree - Process Technology/Instrumentation

Louisiana Technical CollegeSowela Campus
Lake Charles, Louisiana
08-1997

Diploma - undefined

Kinder High School
01-1994

Skills

    Key Skills


    Operational Leadership


  • Control Room Management: Expert in supervising 24-hour gas control staff and coordinating shift schedules

  • Interim Supervision: Frequently delegated as the primary point of contact for operational decisions and emergency response during supervisor absences

  • Personnel Development: Skilled in conducting employee performance evaluations and coordinating professional development

  • Training & Mentorship: Certified evaluator for DOT/PHMSA operator qualification (OQ) tasks and technical support methods


    • Technical & SCADA Systems


  • SCADA Operations: Advanced experience monitoring system flows, pressures, and operating parameters to ensure safe NGL and gas transportation

  • System Troubleshooting: Proficient in resolving malfunctions within SCADA, electronic measurement systems, and communication tools

  • Advanced Computing: High-level technical literacy in Maximo 7, Crystal Reports, and Microsoft Office software

  • Implementation: Collaborative partner in SCADA enhancements and the implementation of backup contingency plans


    • Compliance & Safety


  • Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of PHMSA-jurisdictional requirements and DOT safety regulations

  • Emergency Response: Expert in handling Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and Fire Shutdown (FSD) protocols, as well as LEL and gas detection equipment

  • Risk Mitigation: Proactive in identifying Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOC) and performing annual corrosion/pipeline coating surveys

  • Analytical Reporting: Skilled at generating accurate daily, weekly, and monthly gas delivery and downtime reports for executive management

Timeline

NGL Controller III

Targa Resources
05.2019 - Current

Gas Control Manager/Gas/Pipeline Controller

Kinetica Partners, LLC
04.2008 - 05.2019

Purchasing Manager/Information Technology Admin

SRS, Inc.
06.2006 - 03.2008

Preventative Maintenance QA-QC Inspector

Del-Jen, Inc.
03.2006 - 06.2006

Sr. Operations Admin

Sprint/Nextel
12.2002 - 03.2006

Associate Degree - Computer Technology

Louisiana Technical CollegeSowela Campus

Associate Degree - Process Technology/Instrumentation

Louisiana Technical CollegeSowela Campus

Diploma - undefined

Kinder High School
Damon Young