Humberto Salinas
Roswell
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Mechanic A with extensive experience at Energy Transfer Partners L.P. Proven expertise in troubleshooting and maintenance, enhancing pipeline performance while promoting workplace safety. Skilled in diagnostics and cathodic protection, I effectively reduced downtime and improved operational efficiency through proactive measures and strong communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic A
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
08.2022 - Current
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance to preserve performance and reliability.
- Maintain equipment to meet emissions.
- Operate mainline and gathering stations to meet gas flow demand.
- Complete daily AVO inspections on TW stations.
- Keep proper record keeping of work performed and station numbers.
- Perform yearly valve maintenance of station and field valves.
- Aide in pigging operations and any pipeline related projects.
Pipeline Technician
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification of potential issues through continuous monitoring of pipeline performance.
- Developed strong relationships with plants, ensuring a proper chain of communication and reducing downtime.
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing and adhering to standard operating procedures for pipeline operations.
- Optimized pipeline performance by utilizing diagnostic tools and equipment to assess system conditions.
- Minimized environmental impact by promptly addressing leaks or spills in accordance with industry best practices and regulations.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among team members, conducting regular training sessions on safe work practices.
- Ensure proper pigging schedules were followed.
- Protect pipeline integrity through efficient one-call response.
- Perform cathodic protection tasks such as, test lead install, bi-monthly rectifier inspections and/or maintenance.
- Maintain meter stations in presentable conditions through good housekeeping practices and timely inspections.
Cryo Plant Operator
DCP Midstream
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts.
- Increased plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
- Maintain thorough LOTO procedures and aide mechanical team in performing repairs or maintenance.
- Follow PSM standards to promote a safety minded work environment.
- Use constant SCADA monitoring and maintain plant noms.
Cryo Plant Operator
Vanguard Processing Inc. / Matador
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts.
- Increased plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
- Maintain thorough LOTO procedures and aide mechanical team in performing repairs or maintenance.
- Follow PSM standards to promote a safety minded work environment.
- Use constant SCADA monitoring and maintain plant noms.
Cryo Plant Operator
Enterprise Products
02.2013 - 07.2018
- Operate South Eddy Cryo, and remote operate South Carlsbad Plant as well as respond to callout's related to South Carlsbad.
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts.
- Increased plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
- Maintain thorough LOTO procedures and aide mechanical team in performing repairs or maintenance.
- Follow PSM standards to promote a safety minded work environment.
- Use constant SCADA monitoring and maintain plant noms.
- Communicate with Gas Control constantly to ensure proper pipeline pressures were being met.
Education
No Degree - Medical
UNM-LA
Los Alamos, NMSkills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diagnostics
- Workplace safety
- Documentation and reporting
- Cathodic Protection (Seward Community College, Liberal, KS
- Pigging, Purging, and Commissioning
- Maintenance on Waukesha 7042,Waukesha VHP, Superior 825 6G & 8G, Solar Turbines Centaur, Taurus, and Solar Saturn packages
- SCADA, Radmin, and Dameware
Certification
- Certified Waukesha Mechanical Troubleshooting and Maintenance.
- Certified Rectifier Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Certified Valve Maintenance (Sealweld, Houston, TX)
- Certified Mechanical Troubleshooting (COOPER, Houston, TX)
- Solar Turbine Training
- Certified Aqua Wrap
- Excavation of Pipeline Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanic A
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
08.2022 - Current
Pipeline Technician
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
08.2021 - 08.2022
Cryo Plant Operator
DCP Midstream
11.2019 - 08.2021
Cryo Plant Operator
Vanguard Processing Inc. / Matador
07.2018 - 11.2019
Cryo Plant Operator
Enterprise Products
02.2013 - 07.2018
No Degree - Medical
UNM-LA
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