Deven Nuss
Pilot Point,TX
Summary
Adapt and overcome! Experienced plant operator/control room operator with expertise in safeguarding quality in a plant. Successful in maintaining equipment, keeping detailed records and monitoring daily plant operations. Driven to work efficiently and safely when conducting maintenance and repairs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
City Of Denton-Denton, TX
Denton, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Responsible for performing the safe and reliable operation of the local plant equipment, as assigned by the Operations Supervisor, and following NERC and FERC standards for reliability.
- The Plant Operator is responsible for Operational Logs of equipment and pass down of shift status and communication to other shifts and supporting the operations readiness of the Generation Facility .Essential Functions:
- Operates Local Plant equipment as assigned by the Operations Supervisor
- Performs on the job training as required for Operators to meet their qualifications.
- Undergoes training for Control Room Operations and assists when required.
- Maintains proper communications with the Control Room Operator at all times with regards to safety, plant operations, and system status.
- Assists in the development of Plant Operating Procedures.
- Cleans Plant Equipment as assigned.
- Completes Local System checks of each equipment and/or system including oil checks, sample gathering, system line-up, and isolation.
- Reports abnormalities and/or discrepancies to the Control Room Operator for work order implementation and possible impact on operations.
- Performs troubleshooting and assist in problem-solving activities.
- Performs system/component isolation per the LOTO (Lock-out Tag-out) program and ensures compliance with all parties.
- Adheres and complies with the plant safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Represents the plant's best interest at all times.
- Records daily readings, such as oil levels, pressures, flows, temperatures and other process requirements as assigned per daily routine.
- Performs Preventative Maintenance activities and other duties as assigned per the CMMS program.
- Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance.
Water Utility Operator
Los Angeles Water and Power-Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
10.2020 - 10.2023
- A Water Utility Operator is in and out of the control room; when not operating the system remotely, they are working side by side with other trades to inspect, operate, and maintain electric water pumping plants, reservoirs, wells and related water facilities; in and out of the control room, operating valves and regulating flows and patterns
- Patrols reservoirs to locate hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions; and monitors the operation of the computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System(SCADA)
- Working with various trades on PLC's, VFD's, surge anticipator's, relief valves, regulating valves, multiple types of control valves, bypass valves, system pressures vary from 5-320PSI.
Pipefitter
Burbank Water & Power-Burbank, CA
Burbank, CA
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Proficient in cutting, fitting, laying, repairing, cleaning and flushing of water mains and services; assists in performing all allied construction or maintenance work in the installation, maintenance, repair or replacement of the water system; assists in the repair and installation of valves and hydrants; assists in the repair of meters and detector check mechanisms, disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, replacing worn parts, reassembling and testing for accuracy and leaks; assists in meter installations; learns to operate a truck, backhoe, other heavy construction equipment, and a variety of hand tools and air and electric power tools, including jackhammers, tampers, pumps, and air compressors, which are used in water system construction and maintenance work; cleans and maintains hand and power tools; performs minor servicing to assigned vehicles and equipment, reporting mechanical or other problems; keeps truck stocked with materials and supplies; completes after- hours classes and receives on-the-job instruction and training to become progressively more skilled and able to work more independently; works under emergency conditions when called any time during a 24-hour period.
Laborer
City of Burbank-Burbank, CA
Burbank, CA
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Repairs concrete and asphalt streets.
- Layout area that needs to be prepared, cut it with a demo saw, remove and replace the damaged areas.
- Fixing pot holes.
- Using CDL dump truck to haul materials to and from job sites.
- Operating equipment as needed.
Maintenance Worker I
Public Works, Department of Parks & Recreation-Brea, CA
Brea, CA
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Maintaining equipment
- Mowing with all types of equipment
- Maintaining a clean and safe sports park
- Emptying trash cans
- Fixing sprinklers
- Maintaining different sports fields.
Education
Water Distribution Operations & Maintenance Certification in Water Treatment/Distribution -
Citrus College
CA01.2016
Certification in Water Distribution -
Sac State
CA01.2016
Welding/HVAC Welding -
Mount San Antonio Community College
CA01.2014
Monrovia High School Diploma in General Studies -
Monrovia High School
CA01.2013
Skills
- 40 WPM
- Customer Service
- Maintenance
- Powerpoint
- Forklift
- Blueprint Reading
- Mechanic experience
- Commercial vehicle (8 years)
- Marketing operations (2 years)
- Electrical Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Crane Operator (8 years)
- Pumps and motors (8 years)
- Budgeting and cost control
- SCADA operations knowledge
- Scheduling and Planning
- Power Tools
- Power Plant Layouts
- Power Distribution
- Income Generation
- Reports Generation
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- CPR/AED
- Forklift Operator
- Boom Lift
- Welding Certification
- First Responder
- Water Distribution Grade II Certification
- Water Treatment Grade I
- Leak Detection
- ERCOT Operations Seminar
- CDL
- TCEQ Water Certification
- NERC & FERT Overview
Affiliations
- Anything with an engine and wheels!
- Outdoors and camping
- Boating
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plant Operator
City Of Denton-Denton, TX
10.2023 - Current
Water Utility Operator
Los Angeles Water and Power-Los Angeles, CA
10.2020 - 10.2023
Pipefitter
Burbank Water & Power-Burbank, CA
08.2017 - 10.2020
Laborer
City of Burbank-Burbank, CA
03.2016 - 08.2017
Maintenance Worker I
Public Works, Department of Parks & Recreation-Brea, CA
03.2014 - 03.2016
- CPR/AED
- Forklift Operator
- Boom Lift
- Welding Certification
- First Responder
- Water Distribution Grade II Certification
- Water Treatment Grade I
- Leak Detection
- ERCOT Operations Seminar
- CDL
- TCEQ Water Certification
- NERC & FERT Overview
Water Distribution Operations & Maintenance Certification in Water Treatment/Distribution -
Citrus College
Certification in Water Distribution -
Sac State
Welding/HVAC Welding -
Mount San Antonio Community College
Monrovia High School Diploma in General Studies -
Monrovia High School
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