Donald Thurman
Runnells,IA
Summary
I'm seeking a position where I can utilize my broad range of experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, and multiple different welding applications, as well as various other large scale industrial machinery. I pride myself on being a hard worker, and even more so on being a quick study. Skilled Power Plant Operator with background in monitoring and maintaining plant equipment to ensure efficient operation. Experience includes conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime. Strengths include strong analytical skills, ability to work effectively under pressure, and solid understanding of safety protocols. Contributed to improving operational efficiency through proactive maintenance and strategic process improvements. Supervised power plants in two hopistal locations totaling more than 600 beds and 11 direct colleagues under my supervision with just under 2 million sqaure feet.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Plant Engineer/Power Plant Supervisor
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Des Moines, Iowa
09.2022 - Current
- Maintained accurate records regarding repair activities, testing results, and other relevant information.
- Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
- Reviewed design specifications prior to implementation in order to guarantee they meet industry standards.
- Conducted daily inspections of the power plant to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Regulated power-generating equipment using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
- Completed tests of boiler water, plant condensate and chilled water to assess conformance with specifications.
- Coordinated with contractors when necessary for installation or repair of components within the facility.
- Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, including personnel management, budgeting and scheduling.
HVAC Technician/Farm Hand
Bartelma Farms
Runnells, Iowa
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Repair and fabricate parts for farm equipment as needed
- Operate multiple different farm implements to plant, and harvest corn and soybeans
- Feed and vaccinate a herd of 800 cattle as needed
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
Maintenance/Powerplant Engineer
Mercy Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2020
- Began as a maintenance mechanic, and shortly after taking on that role I attended Swisslog Tube Station School to become tube station certified
- Performed various welding jobs of multiple scales and sizes
- Transitioned to powerplant engineer apprentice monitoring the operations of various boilers, chillers, pumps etc
- Utilizing the BAS
- Quickly rose through the apprenticeship program to become a powerplant engineer
- Troubleshooting of various HVAC issues, electrical issues, and plumbing issues
Low Voltage Technician
Baker Electric Electrical Contractors
Des Moines, United States
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Main duties were to assist in pulling structured cable, as well as terminate and test the functionality of the cable
- Installing pathways to BICSI standards and customer specifications
- Organize and keep track of tools and parts used for efficiency purposes
- Build out closets and terminate per customer and BICSI standards
Low Voltage Technician
Professional Cabling Solutions
Cincinnati, United States
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked in University of Cincinnati hospital installing structured cabling and building out closets
- Day to day I would work on establishing pathways and pull cable to desired locations using hepi tents
- After the pulling was complete I would build the closets and terminate the cable to desired specifications and label per customer
- As well as coordinate with staff of hospital to get work completed
Low Voltage Technician
Van Maanen Electric, Inc.
Newton, United States
09.2015 - 02.2017
- Main duties were establishing pathways and pulling cables to desired locations on print
- Terminating not only at the field locations but also the closet as well
- Also on occasion I would have to have conduit pipe to pull cable through all while abiding by BICSI standards and customer requests
- Having to interact with customers and other trades as well to get issues resolved
Education
High School Diploma -
Excel High School
Plymouth, MN, United States01.2010
Skills
- HVAC (Boilers Chillers Etc)
- Building Automation
- Low Voltage Electrical
- Troubleshooting
- Fabrication
- Safety protocols implementation
- Plant operations management
- Environmental compliance
- Boiler operations
References
- Dustin Mason, Plumber, 515-339-3500
- Joel Murphy, Low-voltage journeyman, 515-250-6338
- Kris Hayward, Mechanic, 515-897-9872
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Power Plant Engineer/Power Plant Supervisor
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
HVAC Technician/Farm Hand
Bartelma Farms
10.2020 - 09.2022
Maintenance/Powerplant Engineer
Mercy Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2020
Low Voltage Technician
Baker Electric Electrical Contractors
10.2017 - 02.2018
Low Voltage Technician
Professional Cabling Solutions
03.2017 - 10.2017
Low Voltage Technician
Van Maanen Electric, Inc.
09.2015 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Excel High School
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