JAISON FARLOUGH
Slidell,LA
Summary
Hydrocracker Board Operator with Marathon Petroleum Corp, skilled in optimizing refinery processes through effective monitoring and control. Participation in numerous turnarounds shutting down and starting up units. Proven ability to troubleshoot operational issues, enhancing response times and minimizing downtime. Expertise in DCS and alarm management, coupled with strong communication skills, ensures safety compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Operator
Marathon Petroleum Corp
Garyville, LA
01.2009 - Current
- Operated and monitored control systems to ensure optimal performance of refinery processes.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to maintain safety standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting operational issues, improving response times and reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to implement standard operating procedures for enhanced efficiency.
- I've also been serving on the emergency response team as a member of the Air Monitoring Team for the past 10+ years.
Board Operator
Bunge North America
Destrehan, LA
04.2000 - 01.2009
Operated and maintained a soybean oil processing facility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04-2026
High School Diploma -
East St John High
Reserve, LA05-1993
Skills
Monitoring & Control: Use DCS (Distributed Control Systems) to monitor equipment statuses and process variables (flow, level, temperature, pressure) for optimal performance
System Operation: Initiate, adjust, and shutdown units and equipment (pumps, boilers, vessels) based on procedures
Alarm Management: Respond to alarms and identify system anomalies or malfunctions
Field Coordination: Communicate with field operators via radio to verify readings, perform inspections, and coordinate manual operations
Safety & Compliance: Enforce environmental regulations and safety protocols, including managing emergency shutdown procedures (ESD)
Data Logging & Reporting: Maintain accurate, real-time logs of daily operations, production data, and maintenance activity
Troubleshooting: Analyze issues and take immediate corrective actions to prevent downtime or incidents
Accomplishments
As a gas turbine technician (GSM/GSE) in the U.S. Navy I was responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing the engines and mechanical systems that power Navy ships.
Operate gas turbine engines that propel ships (similar to jet engines but for ships).
Monitor systems like fuel, lubrication, and air systems to make sure everything runs correctly.
Perform maintenance & repairs on engines, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.
Troubleshoot problems when something breaks or isn’t working right basically it was very similar to what im doing now.
Timeline
Board Operator
Marathon Petroleum Corp
01.2009 - Current
Board Operator
Bunge North America
04.2000 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
East St John High