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David Elliott

Deer Park,TX

Summary

Driven and motivated self-starter looking to leverage experience and skills into a challenging and rewarding Operations position with a reputable organization that will allow stability, longevity, and opportunity for growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator II

Kinder Morgan
03.2025 - Current
  • Maintain stellar awareness of safety and environment
  • Perform and verify tank lineups for product transfers
  • Perform LOTO for startup, shutdown, and maintenance
  • Maintain strict compliance with EHS policies and procedures
  • Climb tank stairs, operate valves, pumps and gauge tanks
  • Unload Ethanol and Crude Oil according to safety specifications
  • Assist on product transfer alignments (piping, pumps, and valves)
  • Operate SCADA system for automated transfers of Ethanol and Crude
  • Operated and maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.

Loader / Operator

PSC Group
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • Safely performing work under TotalEnergies plant procedures and PPE
  • Loading rail cars with polypropylene pellets
  • Washing rail cars, ensuring no cross contamination
  • Certified Rail King and Shuttle Wagon Operator
  • Certified Loader and Switchman
  • Knowledge of written procedures, valves and plant rules
  • Exceeding hazard identification standards
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
  • Consistently maintained clean worksites through diligent removal of debris, contributing to improved safety conditions for fellow workers.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Magnolia Energy Services
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Maintenance and repair of pumps, compressors, HVAC, heavy equipment and other miscellaneous company equipment
  • Troubleshooting, stick welding, operation of a front-end loader, crawler carrier and tractors.
  • Performing job safety analysis (JSA) and assuring proper PPE
  • Following and adhering to company environmental and safety procedures
  • Execution of all equipment preventative maintenance
  • Following Komatsu specific procedures during warranty work
  • Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing unexpected breakdowns and operational downtime.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for maintenance procedures, supporting knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.

Assistant Manager

Sparkling Image Carwash
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for maintenance of carwash tunnel equipment and drive systems
  • Employee scheduling, retail and chemical Inventory, profit and loss accounting
  • Safety and quality control, SDS, employee training and coaching
  • Supervisor-2020
  • Assistant Manager- January 2021
  • Led team in delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining operational efficiency.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to foster loyalty and repeat business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hardin High School
Hardin, TX
05.2019

Some College - Instrumentation (English I & II, Technical Writing, Business and Professional Speech)

San Jacinto Community College
Pasadena, TX

Skills

  • Leadership and Integrity
  • Team Building
  • Computer Knowledge-Microsoft-Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Assimilate information quickly with a positive attitude
  • Transportation Worker Identification Certificate (TWIC) Card Holder
  • HASC (Health & Safety Council) Holder
  • Safety Minded/Self Motivated
  • Excellent Communication Skills Verbal and Written
  • Effective In Problem Solving and Interpersonal Skills
  • Graciously Accepts All Constructive Criticism and Guidance
  • Mechanically Inclined
  • Plant Experience
  • Heavy Equipment Operation Experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Machine operation
  • Equipment operation
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective communication
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Safety compliance
  • Forklift operation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Plant safety
  • Flexible schedule
  • Materials handling
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Operator II

Kinder Morgan
03.2025 - Current

Loader / Operator

PSC Group
02.2024 - 03.2025

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Magnolia Energy Services
05.2022 - 02.2024

Assistant Manager

Sparkling Image Carwash
08.2020 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Hardin High School

Some College - Instrumentation (English I & II, Technical Writing, Business and Professional Speech)

San Jacinto Community College