JEFF ARDOIN
Control Room Operator
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
U.S. Army Veteran and experienced Control Room Operator with 7+ years of CRO experience in power generation, turbine operations, and high-temperature industrial systems. Strong background in DCS/SCADA, combustion control, steam-related processes, and turbine performance monitoring. Skilled in CMMS, Microsoft tools, and performance trending to support safe, efficient operating decisions. Known for clear communication, disciplined execution, and effective shift leadership, strengthened by 14 years of military service as an Infantry Squad Leader (E6).
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control Room Operator
Crusoe Energy Systems
Abilene, TX
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated turbine, generator, and auxiliary systems through DCS/SCADA, maintaining safe and stable plant output.
- Applied combustion and boiler-control experience directly relevant to biomass and steam-cycle operations.
- Used CMMS and Microsoft tools for maintenance tracking, reporting, and operational decision support.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
- Coordinated with engineering, maintenance, and vendors during commissioning and troubleshooting.
Control Room Operator
Noralta Technologies
The Woodlands, TX
01.2018 - 01.2025
- Senior CRO for Simple Cycle Gas Plants (LM1600, LM2500, LM9000), overseeing turbine performance, combustion control, and heat-rate optimization.
- Utilized performance trending data to maintain safe operating parameters and support real-time decisions.
- Provided shift leadership, directing operators and coordinating with maintenance and management.
- Supported MV/LV electrical distribution checks and system monitoring.
- Led emergency response actions to ensure safe and controlled plant recovery.
Process Operator
Dow Chemical
Lake Jackson, TX
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Operated high-temperature steam-related and hydrocarbon processes, supporting turbine and combustion operations.
- Supported Simple-Cycle Gas Turbine operations (LM5000/LM6000), applying combustion control, heat-transfer principles, and steam-cycle knowledge directly transferable to biomass and wood-fired turbine environments.
- Monitored and adjusted process conditions using instrumentation, controls, and SCADA systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical, electronic, and mechanical components in high-heat environments.
Production Scheduling Manager
Old Bridge Chemicals
Old Bridge, NJ
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Developed production schedules and coordinated with operations and maintenance teams.
- Supported a biomass-related process improvement initiative involving fuel-handling optimization, combustion efficiency review, and turbine performance monitoring for LM6000 aero-derivative units. Assisted CRO functions including DCS monitoring and equipment status checks.
- Provided early control room support and turbine monitoring experience.
Infantryman
United States Army
Vilseck Germany
01.1995 - 01.2009
- Led and trained infantry teams in high-pressure environments, demonstrating communication, discipline, and operational leadership essential for CRO shift roles.
- Maintained accountability of personnel and mission-critical equipment across multiple deployments.
Education
A.S. - Process Technology
Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TX01.2016
Skills
- Control Room Operations (7 Years)
- DCS / SCADA / I&C Systems
- Boiler & Combustion Controls
- Biomass / Steam-Cycle Transferable Experience
- CMMS & Microsoft Tools
- Performance Trending & Data Analysis
- Aero-Derivative Turbines (LM1600–LM9000)
- MV/LV Electrical Distribution Familiarity
- Emergency Response & Shift Leadership
Certification
- PMP
- OSHA 30
- HAZWOPER
AWARDS
Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Purple Heart
Timeline
Control Room Operator
Crusoe Energy Systems
01.2025 - 01.2026
Control Room Operator
Noralta Technologies
01.2018 - 01.2025
Process Operator
Dow Chemical
01.2014 - 01.2018
Production Scheduling Manager
Old Bridge Chemicals
01.2009 - 01.2014
Infantryman
United States Army
01.1995 - 01.2009
A.S. - Process Technology
Brazosport College