Derrick Contreras
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Dedicated and safety-oriented Power Plant Operator with five years of experience in a collaborative team environment. Proven track record of working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the safe and efficient operation of power generation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Plant Operator
El Paso Electric
El Paso
11.2019 - Current
- Monitor equipment and systems: I observe and track gauges, meters, and control systems to ensure all machinery and processes are functioning within safe and optimal parameters.
- Stay vigilant while doing plant rounds to find and report unsafe conditions to management.
- Document plant activities in logs and detailed work orders to address concerns and or issues found at the plant.
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety practices and ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing workplace hazards.
- Certified SafeStart instructor for El Paso Electric. I teach how to develop good safety habits and awareness on the job and at home.
Manager
Patterson Performance
El Paso, TX
01.2015 - 09.2018
- Managed customer orders and invoice and tax preparation activities.
- Safe keeping of customer vehicles in our shop.
- Managed sales and inventory management of auto parts.
- Installment of engine management systems and other mechanical tasks.
- Performed advertisement activities, social media management.
Education
Associates Degree In Liberal Arts - Linguistics
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX2014
Skills
- Power Generation
- Safety Procedures
- Steam Generation
- Plant Safety
- System Monitoring
- Teamwork
- Equipment Inspection
Certification
- Certified for SafeStart
- Siemens Energy Unit 5 Operations System
- Texas Security Officer Level III
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Power Plant Operator
El Paso Electric
11.2019 - Current
Manager
Patterson Performance
01.2015 - 09.2018
Associates Degree In Liberal Arts - Linguistics
El Paso Community College