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DeRon A. McDonald

Beasley,TX

Summary

Motivated Corrosion Supervisor who effectively manages projects to optimize performance and contribute to financial goals. Highly talented Corrosion Technician with 10+ years experience designing, developing and repairing various Cathodic Protection system.

Tech-savvy Corrosion Supervisor / Project Manager versed in all aspects of project management from inception to completion. Excels in process re - engineering and improvements. This also includes trouble shooting various Corrosion Control Systems and conducting various ECDA & ICDA surveys. Ability to implement, maintain and monitor the corrosion control program for internal and external natural gas and liquid pipelines in accordance with D.O.T. CFR 192 & 195 regulations. This also include above and below ground storage tanks.

Dedicated Technician skilled in employing lean principles to add value, and drive continuous improvement in engineering projects. Expertise in database management, troubleshooting, technical writing and a strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize potential issues before they start.

With a high commitment to maintaining cutting edge technical skills and up-to-date industry knowledge.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Corrosion Technologist

Xylem Inc.
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
  • Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
  • Calculated amounts for designing and testing electrical systems and supplied finished costs to customers.
  • Mitigated risks by conducting thorough site assessments and implementing appropriate safety measures.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
  • Mentored junior staff members through ongoing guidance, support, and knowledge sharing to foster their professional growth within the industry.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.

Senior Corrosion Technician

Corrpro Companies / Aegion
02.2021 - 04.2023
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.
  • Documented support interactions for future reference.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Assisted customers in identifying issues and explained solutions to restore service and functionality.
  • Worked closely with customers to evaluate various types of risks such as impact, reputation and regulatory.
  • Analyzed project-related information and made recommendations based on discoveries.
  • Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
  • Tested systems using resistors and fluke meters, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance on ICCP systems.

Senior DE Tech

Mear's Group
04.2016 - Current
  • Management skills needed to effectively direct and manage projects to ensure crews consistently follow approach to work and quality as well as completing required documentation for projects and ensuring that office personnel receive required time reports, inspection documentation, daily sheets, credit card receipts and other information to close out projects and invoice customers.
  • Ability to effectively train and mentor Field Supervisors and crew members including but not limited to developing skills related to safety, quality, productivity and management.
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
  • Strong advocate and manager of Company Safety Program communicating importance of employee safety, BBS program and other Company safety initiatives to ensure its success. Meaningful participation and leadership as a member of Company’s Safety Committee.
  • Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with customers, Company employees, on site inspectors and others.
  • Construction of new and maintenance of existing pipeline systems including selection of materials, development of procedures, compliance with applicable codes and inspection of work in progress.
  • Review requirements of jobs and develop plans for implementation.
  • Ability to accurately and profitably estimate hours, costs and pricing of all projects.
  • Technical knowledge and experience with respect to installation of cathodic protection systems including conventional, deep well ground beds and above ground storage.
  • Diagnose and recommend remedies for system difficulties observed during resurvey operations.
  • Prepare engineering designs and reports and direct preparation of field drawings.
  • Perform economic evaluations of alternative methods of cathodic protection and corrosion control.

Corrrosion Supervisor

DCP Midstream
03.2015 - 04.2016
  • Implement, maintain and monitor corrosion control program for internal and external natural gas and liquid pipelines in accordance with D.O.T. CFR 192 & 195 regulations.
  • Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program. Developed and rolled out new policies.
  • Support internal and external corrosion programs at field level.
  • Ensures corrosion documentation and data entries are complaint and up to date.
  • Review data and correct deficiencies.
  • Performs and trains field operations technicians on periodic surveys such as structure to soil, soil resistivity, coupon tests, rectifier readings and atmospheric corrosion surveys.
  • Conducts skill performance observation for OQ program and mentors O&M personnel as needed.
  • Established project control procedures such as project forecasts and cash flow projections.
  • Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
  • Managed over 4,000 miles of NGL pipelines and 10 Wholesale Propane Terminals and Storage Facilities.
  • Support Operation Directors to implement corrosion programs. Provides technical expertise and problem solving in areas such as corrosion, D.O.T. compliance and integrity management procedures and processes.

Senior Corrosion Technician / Engineer

RK&K Engineering
01.2012 - 06.2014
  • Conducted ECDA on pipelines to ensure integrity of cathodic protection systems.
  • Responsible for supervision of installation of various cathodic protection systems, managing crews, conducting numerous field testing and inspections.
  • Conducted meter tap inspection, troubleshooting H.C. A’s and making recommendation to improve.
  • Provided final inspection and report to customer management, including final as built drawings and completion sign offs.
  • Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
  • Compiled data and generated graphs to interpret results and suggest key operational improvements.
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
  • Collaborated with engineers at new product introduction phase to develop and verify design changes.
  • Initiated contact with vendors and built solid working relationships with them.

Corrosion Technician

Corrpro / Insituform
08.2011 - 01.2012
  • Performed data analysis and provided recommendations to improve Cathodic protection systems.
  • Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
  • Modified and improved existing grounding drawings to ensure up-to-date technology and techniques are implemented.
  • Directed and monitored completion and evaluation of deep wells and deep well testing.
  • Coordinated work of multiple contractors.
  • Compiled, processed and analyzed test data and results to improve product quality.
  • Completed projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures.
  • Compiled data and generated graphs to interpret results and suggest key operational improvements.

Pipeline Intergrity Specialist

Aerotek / Spectra Energy
06.2011 - 08.2011
  • Conducted inspections of offshore platform integrity procedures.
  • Interpret data analysis for ICDA and ECDA programs.
  • Planned and implemented drawing for installation on linear and deep well anode systems.
  • Wrote procedures to ensure multiple pipelines meet and exceeded compliance standards.
  • Conducted ECDA Dig inspections.
  • Reformatted large datasets for use in technical applications.
  • Implemented schematics, diagrams and written and verbal descriptions to effectively solve engineering project issues.
  • Compiled data and generated graphs to interpret results and suggest key operational improvements.

Corrosion Technician

RK&K Engineering
02.2011 - 06.2011
  • Performs field installation and inspections.
  • Troubleshoot several cathodic protection systems, provided design and as built drawings.
  • Performed tests and inspection of various rectifiers.
  • Conducted ECDA surveys to include PCM/CIS/DCVG and ACVG and reviewing data and providing detail analysis of structure.
  • Used precision test equipment such as Allegro data logger, multi-meters, waveform generators, handheld GPS, NDT - Ultrasonic Thickness gage and spectrum analyzers.
  • Used advance software to interpret data collected in field to ensure compliance is meet.
  • Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.
  • Collaborated with engineers at new product introduction phase to develop and verify design changes.
  • Improved product quality by customizing tools and eliminating variability.
  • Initiated contact with vendors and built solid working relationships with them.

Corrosion Technician

Matcor Inc.
09.2006 - 02.2011
  • Performed and supervised field installation of cathodic protection systems.
  • Managed multiple sub contractors at once.
  • Conducted ECDA surveys, to include CIS, DCVG, ACVG, PCM, current requirement and Direct examination.
  • Trouble shooting rectifiers and providing “As Built” drawing and report to customers.
  • Conducting ECDA Dig inspections, provide recommendations for corrective action.
  • Performed ultrasonic thickness test to determine pipeline wall thickness, conducting pH testing, atmospheric testing, coating assessment testing and conducted and made recommendation for repairs as needed.
  • Evaluate casing-to-carrier pipeline electrical isolation for various transmission pipeline.
  • Tests assisted in verifying electrical integrity of ground system and ensure safeguarding of persons and property.
  • Responsible for land and sea based cathodic protection system for bulkhead sea wall.
  • Strategy creation and implementation, project planning/project tracking, work breakdown, scheduling supervision, and field-testing.
  • Played key role in Innovative CP System installation for A, S. T’s for newly constructed LNG facility.
  • Responsible for supervision of installation of cathodic protection systems, managing crews, conducting numerous field testing and inspections. Provided final inspection and report to customer management, including final as built drawings and completion sign off.
  • Followed verbal instructions and hand sketches to adapt and modify tooling.
  • Collaborated with engineers at new product introduction phase to develop and verify design changes.
  • Improved product quality by customizing tools and eliminating variability.
  • Initiated contact with vendors and built solid working relationships with them.
  • Followed up on manufacturing and field reports and resolved outstanding problems.
  • Conducted engineering and detailed experimental tests to collect design data and assist in research work.

Staff Sergeant - Section Sergeant / Leader

United States Army
08.1998 - 08.2006
  • Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat.
  • Trained in use of tear gas and explosives.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
  • Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
  • Documented and processed classified materials.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Coordinated integration of company weapons systems into those of adjacent platoons.
  • Supervised teams in support of security and installation law and order operations.
  • Tracked personnel and supplies within company.
  • Reviewed disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations.
  • Planned and briefed personnel on missions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology

Granthan University
Lenexa, KS
08.2017

Associate of Science - General Studies

EArmyU / Central Texas College
Killeen-Temple-Fort Hood TX
05.2004

Certification - NACE - Cathodic Protection Test - CP 1

NACE
Houston, TX
2007

Certification - NACE - Cathodic Protection Technician - CP 2

NACE
Houston, TX
2009

Certification - RectifierTrouble shooting and repair course

Universal Rectifiers
Rosenberg, TX
2010

Certification - NDT - Level 2 -Ultrasonic Thickness

TWI Examination
Houston, TX
2008

Certification - Power Wrap / Clock Spring Installer

Clock Spring
Fredericksburg, VA
2013

Skills

  • Exceptional time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Project planning
  • Project management
  • Strategic planning
  • Innovative thinker
  • NCCER Certified
  • Subcontractor management
  • Knowledgeable in construction safety
  • Word processing
  • Advanced Excel spreadsheet functions
  • Strong leader
  • CPDM (Cathodic Protection Data Management)
  • PCS (Pipeline Compliance Software)
  • Customer relations
  • Multi-operations management
  • Project controls
  • Microsoft Office Suite expert
  • Design experience
  • Project scheduling
  • Dedicated team player
  • System troubleshooting
  • Timely safety audits
  • Dependable

Accomplishments

  • Received DCP 2020 Coin for accomplishment in my role as a Corrosion Supervisor demonstrating the values and framework of the company.  
  • Accepted into the 2016 Honor Society for my academic achievements while pursuing my degree.
  • Directed the installation of five AST's using an innovative cathodic protection system to protect the support piling and foundation of the tanks.
  • Received numerous letters of recommendation and overall appreciation from customers.
  • Received numerous commendations from supervisors for team building, mentoring and leadership skills.
  • Computer Proficiency - Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Documentation - Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures.  
  • Testing - Coordinated data analysis and provided recommendations based on test results.
  • Project Management: - Supervised team of five or more to ensure projects stayed on track and were delivered under-budget.
  • Teamwork - Coordinated with technicians and other engineering department to verify forms, designs and data of various cathodic protection systems.


Affiliations

Honor Society - Academic Achievements

N.A.C.E - National Association of Corrosion Engineers
Veriforce
N.C.C.E.R - National Center for Construction Education and Research 
1st Battalion 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division (Manchu) United States Army 
2nd Battalion 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division United States Army
Coach for Parks and Recreations in Texas


Certification

N.C.C.E.R - Certification
Veriforce - Certification
Safety Training completed in H2S & Confined Space Awareness.
AOC – General Pipeline 2 & AOC – Gas
H.A.S.C. Basic Orientation
PEC Safety - Basic Orientation
MT Level I / II
UT Level II

NACE CP 1

NACE CP 2

Timeline

Senior Corrosion Technologist

Xylem Inc.
08.2023 - Current

Senior Corrosion Technician

Corrpro Companies / Aegion
02.2021 - 04.2023

Senior DE Tech

Mear's Group
04.2016 - Current

Corrrosion Supervisor

DCP Midstream
03.2015 - 04.2016

Senior Corrosion Technician / Engineer

RK&K Engineering
01.2012 - 06.2014

Corrosion Technician

Corrpro / Insituform
08.2011 - 01.2012

Pipeline Intergrity Specialist

Aerotek / Spectra Energy
06.2011 - 08.2011

Corrosion Technician

RK&K Engineering
02.2011 - 06.2011

Corrosion Technician

Matcor Inc.
09.2006 - 02.2011

Staff Sergeant - Section Sergeant / Leader

United States Army
08.1998 - 08.2006

Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering Technology

Granthan University

Associate of Science - General Studies

EArmyU / Central Texas College

Certification - NACE - Cathodic Protection Test - CP 1

NACE

Certification - NACE - Cathodic Protection Technician - CP 2

NACE

Certification - RectifierTrouble shooting and repair course

Universal Rectifiers

Certification - NDT - Level 2 -Ultrasonic Thickness

TWI Examination

Certification - Power Wrap / Clock Spring Installer

Clock Spring

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