Donald Walton
Merrillville,Indiana
Summary
Plant focused Analyzer Technician with 17 years of experience at BP Whiting Refinery. Strong background in operating and maintaining process equipment around boilers, heaters, rotating equipment, and support systems. Known for safe work habits, clear records, and steady performance in a 24/7 industrial environment that supports emissions, water, and power related systems.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Analyzer Technician
BP Whiting Refinery
Whiting, Indiana
11.2008 - Current
- Operate and maintain process analyzers, gas chromatographs, and CEMS that support fired equipment, power related systems, and environmental compliance.
- Perform routine and event driven calibrations with certified gases.
- Monitor gauges, trends, and alarms, respond in the field, and help keep equipment within safe operating limits with minimal unplanned analyzer downtime.
- Inspect and service sample systems, filters, regulators, heaters, and pumps so measurements stay stable for safe combustion and proper treatment systems.
- Use hand and power tools to remove and install instruments, small valves, tubing, and panels on structures, racks, and operating equipment.
- Support analyzer and small control panel upgrades through field checks, loop checks, and basic logic checks tied to PLC or DCS signals.
- Maintain clear work orders, logs, and equipment history that give supervisors and co-workers a traceable record of plant condition and past repairs.
- Train and mentor newer technicians and operators on analyzer operation, common alarms, and first line checks using simple, direct language.
Team Member
Boston Market
Munster Indiana
11.2004 - 12.2025
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Indiana University, Northwest
Gary, IN 08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
West Side Senior High School
Gary, IN 08.2002 - 06.2006
Skills
- Operated process analyzers to support daily operations Assisted in monitoring continuous emission systems for compliance Conducted gauge and alarm checks to ensure operational safety Performed water and gas sampling for quality assurance Utilized hand and power tools for maintenance tasks Gained experience with DCS systems Participated in LOTO procedures for safety Engaged in hot work and gas testing protocols Adhered to confined space safety regulations Communicated effectively in written and spoken English
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Indiana University, Northwest
08.2022 - Current
Analyzer Technician
BP Whiting Refinery
11.2008 - Current
Team Member
Boston Market
11.2004 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
West Side Senior High School
08.2002 - 06.2006