James Bristow
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Productive Control Room Operator with many years of experience in system management and operation. Job required extensive understanding of Boiler and Cooling Tower Chemistry. Delivers safe and efficient operations and personnel and equipment safety. Strong leadership and excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving and making good decisions.
Besides Control Room Technician I was also an outage coordinator at various facilities for the company. Active Safety Coordinator at various company facilities. Received an Associates Degree in Instrumentation Technology, and went through apprenticeship to become Journeymen Instrument Technician.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control Room Operator
AES Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach, CA
05.2000 - 06.2021
- Assisted with troubleshooting mechanical problems in order to restore normal operations promptly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding shift changes or scheduling issues.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as high pressure alarms or shut downs due to unexpected outages.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures at the facility.
- Ensured safe and efficient operation of boilers, turbines, and other power plant equipment.
- Monitored gas and steam pressure levels to ensure optimal performance of the facility's systems.
- Operated equipment following corporate and manufacturer procedures.
- Inspected equipment on daily basis and made monitoring adjustments to maintain system integrity and peak operations.
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and expertise, leading to increase in productivity and workflows.
Power Plant Operator
AES Deepwater
Pasadena, TX
01.1986 - 04.2000
- Analyzed data from control panels to identify any abnormalities in system performance.
- Followed all safety regulations related to working with hazardous materials in a power plant setting.
- Assisted with troubleshooting mechanical problems in order to restore normal operations promptly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding shift changes or scheduling issues.
- Conducted routine maintenance on boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, and other components within the facility.
- Created work orders for repairs that could not be completed by staff members on site.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as high pressure alarms or shut downs due to unexpected outages.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures at the facility.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Smokey Valley Mine
Round Mountain, NV
06.1980 - 01.1986
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ02-2009
Skills
- Process Control
- Industrial safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Technical knowledge
- High-pressure turbines
- System Calibration
- Problem-Solving
- Documentation skills
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Maintenance and repair
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team building
- Problem-solving abilities
Affiliations
- Enjoy hiking, kayaking, and playing golf
Certification
- Associates Degree of Applied Science in Instrumentation Technology
- Boiler Efficiency and Performance
- NUS Operational Training
- Ion Exchange Courses - Fundamentals, Industrial ION Exchange, and ION Exchange System Trouble Shooting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Control Room Operator
AES Redondo Beach
05.2000 - 06.2021
Power Plant Operator
AES Deepwater
01.1986 - 04.2000
Heavy Equipment Operator
Smokey Valley Mine
06.1980 - 01.1986
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix