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Jason Cowdery

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Kinder Morgan, excelling in DCS operation and crew management. Proven track record in enhancing safety protocols and training new hires, fostering a culture of teamwork. Recognized for reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high-quality standards in operations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Leader

Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.

Operator IV

Kinder Morgan
04.2017 - 07.2025
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
  • Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
  • Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Operator

Eurecat
02.2014 - 04.2017
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
  • Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.

Board Operator

Duratherm
01.2010 - 02.2014

Control of two process units utilizing DCS

Assisted in training of new operators

Strictly adhered to safety and environmental protocols

Education

Advanced Combo Welding Certificate - Welding

College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX
01-2009

Skills

  • DCS and SCADA Operation
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Crew management
  • New hire training
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Ability to Sit/Stand long periods of time
  • Mitigation of Process Upsets
  • Quality control
  • Calculating Tankage Fill/Empty, Time/Capacity

Timeline

Crew Leader

Kinder Morgan, Inc
01.2025 - 07.2025

Operator IV

Kinder Morgan
04.2017 - 07.2025

Operator

Eurecat
02.2014 - 04.2017

Board Operator

Duratherm
01.2010 - 02.2014

Advanced Combo Welding Certificate - Welding

College of The Mainland