Donnie Ramphal
Spring,Texas
Summary
Observant Boiler Operator possessing in-depth knowledge of air compressors, water softeners and condensate systems. Bringing 15-year background operating, maintaining and troubleshooting boiler feed pumps, circulating pumps and water softeners. Dependable, hardworking individual talented at efficiently resolving both unforeseen and foreseen problems.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic II
HCA Houston Northwest
Houston, TX
04.2021 - Current
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity with proactive troubleshooting and problem resolution.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations, ensuring proper documentation and reporting of all inspections.
- Ensured consistent steam production, closely monitoring pressure levels and adjusting accordingly.
- Collaborated with engineering team to implement system upgrades, resulting in improved performance.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules, leading to a reduction in unscheduled repairs and equipment failures.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools, maintaining an organized workspace for efficient repairs.
- Conducted thorough inspections of boilers and related equipment, identifying potential issues before they became costly problems.
- Assisted in emergency situations, quickly addressing malfunctions to minimize damage and ensure employee safety.
- Worked closely with other departments to coordinate activities such as shutdowns or equipment replacements efficiently.
- Trained junior operators on best practices for safe operation of boilers along with essential maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated with external contractors/vendors when required for specialized repairs or parts procurement.
- Participated in annual audits from regulatory agencies ensuring full compliance with established guidelines.
- Monitored heating and cooling system performance through alarms, temperature and pressure differentials.
- Observed boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions, change burners and tighten pipes and fittings.
- Observed pressure, temperature and draft meters to verify correct operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners.
- Used chemical testing kits and oxygen scavengers to test and treat boiler feed water.
- Maintained boiler room log by recording meter and gauge data readings, water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
- Verified appropriate degree of water softness by maintaining chemical treatment programs and regulating steam flow.
- Trained 4 new operators on job responsibilities and safety issues and standards.
- Scheduled and assigned preventive maintenance for boiler and mechanical equipment.
- Conducted preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance actions.
- Oversaw start-up, operations and shutdown procedures.
- Collected and tested water samples from cooling towers and other systems.
- Worked with large HVAC systems such as boilers, chillers and furnaces.
- Analyzed problems and took appropriate action to maintain continuous and reliable operation of equipment and systems.
Boiler Operator
BoassoGlobal
Pasadena, TX
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Operate and maintain high pressure boiler
- Ensure proper functioning of boiler plant, pumps, and pH chemical levels in water for boiler
- Observe operating equipment meters and gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment
- Adjust control settings and valves to increase and decrease steam pressure as required for heating tanks (ISO tank)
- Record meter readings, gauges and log repair work done in plant.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity with proactive troubleshooting and problem resolution.
Watch Engineer
Good Samaritan Hospital
West Islip, NY
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Operate and maintain high pressure boilers and electric chillers
- Ensure proper functioning of boiler plant, pumps, cooling tower fans and pH chemical levels in water (for boilers and cooling tower)
- Taking inbound calls from nurse regarding climate in hospital
- Observe operating equipment meters and gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Enhanced product performance by conducting thorough failure analysis and recommending improvements.
- Improved team productivity by providing technical guidance and mentoring junior engineers.
Plant Operator
Clear Flo Technologies
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Operate and maintain Rotary Kiln and Oil Fil Dryer
- Ensure proper functioning of plant, pumps, cooling tower fans and pH chemical levels in water (for cooling tower and water leaving plant)
- Taking in treated waste and turning it into fertilizer.
Watch Engineer
South Nassau Communities Hospital
03.2008 - 04.2017
- Operate and maintain high pressure boilers and steam chillers
- Ensure proper functioning of boiler plant, pumps, cooling tower fans and pH chemical levels in water (for boilers and cooling tower)
- Taking inbound calls from nurse regarding climate in hospital
- Observe operating equipment meters and gauges to ensure proper operation of equipment
- Adjust control settings and valves to increase and decrease pressure as required
- Record meter readings, gauges and log repair work done in plant
- One-year experience with SCADA Computer System
- Plant Operator} And Hydraulic equipment.
Plumber Assistant
L & J Plumbing and Heating
05.2007 - 02.2008
- Adjust control settings and valves to increase and decrease steam pressure as required
- Record meter readings, gauges and log repair work done in plant
- Nine-year experience with Johnson Control Computer System (BMS)
- Installation and removal of plumbing fixtures
- Repaired dysfunctional piping and plumbing equipment
- Cut and solder copper piping
- Operate pipe cutting and threading machine.
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- HVAC Systems
- Completing Repairs
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Performing Repairs
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Inspecting Equipment
- Johnson Control, Carrier Cooling Network, Sceda and Seimans Expertise
- Repair Procedures
- Parts Cleaning
- Calm Under Pressure
- Self-Directed
Education Certification
- 03/01/08, Winthrop South Nassau University Health System, Oceanside, NY, Certificate, Completed customer service training.
- 05/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationGas Burner Systems-Introduction (30-Hours)
- 10/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationBasic Electric for Beginners (18-Hours)
- 02/01/08, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationElectrical Installation I (42-Hours)
- 06/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationRefrigeration and Air Conditioning Introduction (42-Hours)
- 12/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationRefrigeration/Air Conditioning-Intermediate (42-Hours)
- 06/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationOil Burner Service I (42-Hours)
- 08/01/07, L. A Wilson Technological Center, Dix Hills, NY, CertificationOil Burner Service II (42-Hours)
- 09/01/97, The University of The State of New York, Queens, NY, GED, Completed High School Equivalency Diploma
Timeline
Mechanic II
HCA Houston Northwest
04.2021 - Current
Boiler Operator
BoassoGlobal
08.2020 - 04.2021
Watch Engineer
Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2020
Plant Operator
Clear Flo Technologies
04.2017 - 04.2018
Watch Engineer
South Nassau Communities Hospital
03.2008 - 04.2017
Plumber Assistant
L & J Plumbing and Heating
05.2007 - 02.2008