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Hunter Lewis

Harvey,LA

Summary

Safe and experienced Power Plant Operator with a strong background in power generation and distribution by utilizing Gas and Steam turbines within the LNG industry to ensure reliable and efficient energy production. Proficient in troubleshooting and safe equipment operation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Power Process Operator

Venture Global LNG
Plaquemine, LA
02.2024 - Current

• Power Generation & Distribution – Experience operating and maintaining gas turbines, steam turbines, and generators in an LNG environment.

• Electrical & Mechanical Systems – Knowledge of high-voltage switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, and rotating equipment.

• Distributed Control Systems (DCS) – Skilled in monitoring and adjusting plant parameters using automation systems.

• Fuel & Combustion Management – Understanding of LNG, natural gas, and dual-fuel power generation processes.

• Heat Recovery & Steam Systems – Experience with Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs), boilers, and condensate systems.

• Emergency Shutdown (ESD) & Load Shedding – Ability to respond to system upsets, grid failures, and load balancing scenarios.

• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance – Conducting equipment inspections, troubleshooting faults, and coordinating repairs.

• Regulatory Compliance & Safety – Adherence to OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and industry standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and work permits.

• Performance Optimization – Monitoring power plant efficiency, heat rates, and emissions control systems.

• Team Coordination & Communication – Working closely with process operators, engineers, and maintenance teams to ensure safe and efficient operations. Worked a 13/1 schedule to assist process with critical loop shooting activities to ensure safe LNG operations.

Certifications & Training

• TWIC Card

• GE training on Steam and Gas turbines.

• Process Safety Management (PSM) Training

• First Aid/CPR

Chemical Process Operator

Westlake Chemical
Lake Charles, LA
04.2021 - Current
  • Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing of ethylene.
  • Successfully operated and maintained turbines, boilers, and condensers.
  • Stored, retrieved, mixed and monitored chemicals used in production process.
  • Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
  • Conducted and tested water samples to ensure clean water is used to make steam and to prevent tube and turbine fouling.

Power Process Operator

Rain Carbon
Lake Charles, LA
01.2017 - 04.2021
  • Monitored process indicators, instruments, gauges and meters to identify problems and reported findings to Supervision.
  • Completed daily well checks, including measuring tanks, checking flowlines and recording pressures.
  • Operated all equipment in accordance to company directions.
  • Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
  • Completed tests of boiler water, plant condensate and chilled water to assess conformance with specifications.
  • Monitored and inspected equipment, systems and control boards.
  • Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
  • Monitored operating power plant equipment and readouts to identify problems and pursue corrective action.

Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Rain Carbon
Lake Charles, LA
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Troubleshooted and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
  • Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements, including flow, pressure and level transmitters.
  • Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
  • Installed and updated wiring, programmable logic controllers and AC/DC drives.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Troubleshooted all types of 480 volt motor starters.
  • Troubleshooted a wide variety of 4160 volt motors.
  • Ran back-up programs for PLCs, PCs, CNCs, HMIs and VFDs.
  • Tested and repaired electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems.

Electrician/Safety Coordinator

Miller Electric Company
Deridder, LA
06.2013 - 01.2016
  • Evaluated electrical systems, equipment and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
  • Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover the causes and provided corrective actions.
  • Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into plant quality issues.
  • Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation Tech/electrician

Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
12.2016

Skills

  • Safety management
  • Permit to work certified (PTW)
  • Proficient troubleshooting skills
  • High pressure steam experience
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Safe operation of Steam and Gas turbines
  • Experience with heat recovery steam generators

Education and Training

other

Timeline

Power Process Operator

Venture Global LNG
02.2024 - Current

Chemical Process Operator

Westlake Chemical
04.2021 - Current

Power Process Operator

Rain Carbon
01.2017 - 04.2021

Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Rain Carbon
01.2016 - 01.2017

Electrician/Safety Coordinator

Miller Electric Company
06.2013 - 01.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation Tech/electrician

Sowela Technical Community College
Hunter Lewis