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David Ochoa

Kennewick

Summary

Experienced Process Technician with a strong background in plant operations, process equipment, operational maintenance, chemical handling, and environmental compliance. Proven ability to monitor facility systems, perform daily, weekly, and monthly inspections, install and remove Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain safe, efficient operations in regulated industrial environments. Skilled in material handling, process monitoring, equipment troubleshooting, PPE compliance, and working collaboratively with operations teams to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Consultant

Elevate Advisory Consulting LLC
Pasco, WA
06.2025 - Current
  • Founded and manage a consulting business specializing in client services, operations, and business development.Manage daily business operations, scheduling, documentation, and customer communications.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional service.
  • Develop marketing strategies and improve internal business processes.
  • Utilize CRM software and digital systems to manage operations efficiently.

Process Technician

PermaFix Environmental Services
Richland, WA
05.2024 - 03.2026
  • Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures, ensuring a high level of competence across the team.
  • Operated all packing and labeling equipment.
  • Prevented equipment fires and alerted plant personnel regarding hazards.
  • Performs daily, weekly, and monthly required inspections.
  • Install and remove lockout/tagout
  • Communicate facility system and equipment status to the assigned supervisor
  • Monitor, direct and support activities of personnel working in plant areas.
  • Work with High Radiation Areas (Alpha)

General Laborer

R&Q General Contractor
Kennewick, WA
05.2023 - 05.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Rotschy Inc
Pasco, WA
04.2022 - 05.2023

Education

High School Diploma -

Southeastern High School
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Process Operations
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Chemical Handling
  • Waste Management
  • Logbook & Data Entry
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team Training
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Equipment Inspections

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Level III qualification in Low-Level Non-Thermal Waste Operations.
  • Earned Level I qualification in Mixed Waste Operations.
  • Achieved Level III Yard Dog qualification, operating tractor-trailers to safely transport, load, and unload nuclear waste containers in accordance with plant procedures and safety requirements.
  • Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles & Triples Endorsements

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Owner/Consultant

Elevate Advisory Consulting LLC
06.2025 - Current

Process Technician

PermaFix Environmental Services
05.2024 - 03.2026

General Laborer

R&Q General Contractor
05.2023 - 05.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Rotschy Inc
04.2022 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Southeastern High School