Hazel Riley
Gulfport,MS
Summary
Utility and industrial operations professional with hands-on experience supporting safe and reliable power system operations. Currently, an Assistant Station Operator with Mississippi Power, I am trusted with monitoring critical systems, identifying abnormal conditions, and preventing operational, environmental, and equipment-impacting events. Proven ability to work independently in high-stress, safety-sensitive environments, while following strict operating procedures, documenting system conditions, and communicating clearly with multiple departments. Strong situational awareness, analytical thinking, and commitment to reliability that directly align with Transmission / Control Center Operator responsibilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Station Operator
Mississippi Power
Gulfport, MS
02.2024 - Current
- Monitor dozens of operating parameters and plant systems to support continuous, safe electrical generation.
- Identified rising levels in a condensate tunnel, preventing a potential environmental violation and operational incident; recognized by leadership as a strong operational catch.
- Detected early signs of boiler tube leaks, allowing corrective action before a system upset or forced outage occurred.
- Discovered a severe oil leak on a boiler feed pump, preventing potential equipment damage and extended downtime, which was positively recognized by leadership.
- Support switching, startup, shutdown, and equipment isolation activities in compliance with operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate logs and documentation for every shift, supporting continuity across rotating crews.
- Communicate critical system conditions to operators, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely coordination and response.
- Work independently in a safety-sensitive role, requiring disciplined decision-making and accountability.
Reactor Operator
Sherwin-Williams
Garland, TX
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored and controlled multiple automated systems during 12-hour shifts to ensure stable operations.
- Analyzed trends and alarms, detecting abnormal conditions to prevent downtime effectively.
- Coordinated maintenance tasks, ensuring safe execution of multiple work orders per shift.
- Maintained complete shift logs and documentation for accurate operational reporting.
- Trained new personnel, enhancing procedural compliance and operational consistency.
Process Operator
Chevron
Pascagoula, MS
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Identified a critical leak during startup, preventing potential catastrophic failure, and saving an estimated $300,000.
- Supported the successful startup completion two weeks ahead of schedule, contributing to a reported 23% increase in profitability.
- Monitored hundreds of process indicators and alarms to maintain safe, reliable unit operation.
- Conducted routine field inspections each shift, detecting abnormal conditions before escalation.
- Operated in a high-hazard environment with strict adherence to operating procedures and safety protocols.
Structural Welder
Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed precision welding on safety-critical structural components requiring strict compliance with specifications.
- Contributed to team performance that delivered project milestones up to 60 days ahead of schedule.
- Collaborated with engineers, inspectors, and supervisors to ensure quality and safety compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSAssociate of Science - Process Engineering Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MSSkills
- System monitoring & control room operations
- Operating procedures & procedure compliance
- Switching support & equipment isolation
- Incident recognition & emergency response
- Dispatching / work coordination
- Documentation, logs & daily reports
- Situational awareness & analytical decision-Making
- Communication across departments
- Outage awareness & restoration support
- Safety and regulatory compliance
- High-stress, safety-critical environments
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Timeline
Assistant Station Operator
Mississippi Power
02.2024 - Current
Reactor Operator
Sherwin-Williams
06.2022 - 02.2024
Process Operator
Chevron
01.2018 - 06.2021
Structural Welder
Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding
08.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Science - Process Engineering Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College