Jason Burns
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Focused plant operations Lead Operator/ Senior Boardtech committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations. Team-oriented Refinery Operator focused on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime and costs and maximizing overall plant efficiency. Meticulous skilled at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Skilled Oil Production Technician in the Refining industry with 18 years experience. Areas of expertise include: Steam Methane Reformer, Gas Oil Treater, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, Light Ends Distillation, Hydrobon Naptha Treater, Flare Recovery Unit.
Detailed Lead Operator with sound knowledge of production procedures. Works effectively in fast-paced and high-speed environments while following standardized work and safety practices. Experienced in pre-operation functions including calibration and job setup.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Refinery Console Operator/Lead Operator
Valero Refinery
06.2006 - Current
- Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinate managers.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels and water quality indicators.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Enforced rules, regulations, policies and procedures and responded to emergency situations requiring security assistance.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports and maintained daily activity reports.
- Monitored fire, security and duress systems, responding appropriately to alarms and emergency situations.
- Reacted calmly during times of highly stressed or emergency situations.
- Extended life of equipment and maintained consistent performance with regular cleaning, lubrication and basic maintenance.
- Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
- Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
- Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
Skills
- Procedure Writing
- Strong leader
- DCS systems (Foxboro)
- Startups and Shutdowns
- Strong leadership abilities
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Data Processing
- Organizing and Categorizing
- Technical Analysis
- Performance Management
- Information Analysis
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Log Updates
- Data Entry
- System Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
- Process Improvements
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Thinking
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Management
- Incident Logs
- Team Trainer/Training Manual Building/Unit Certifier
- Process & Instrument Diagram interpretation
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
Timeline
Refinery Console Operator/Lead Operator
Valero Refinery
06.2006 - Current
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