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Jennifer Nickell

Kingston,TN

Summary

Experienced and safety-focused Unit Operator with 25+ years of expertise in monitoring, controlling, and optimizing operations at fossil-fueled power generation facilities. Skilled in turbine and boiler operation, emissions control, plant troubleshooting, and strict adherence to environmental and safety regulations. Detail-oriented Outage Operator with experience in equipment isolation, clearance preparation and outage safety coordination in a power generation facility.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Unit Operator

Tennessee Valley Authority
04.2004 - Current
  • Boiler & Turbine Operations
  • Distributed Control System (DCS) Monitoring
  • Plant Startup, Shutdown & Load Adjustments
  • Environmental Compliance (EPA/OSHA)
  • Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
  • Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance Coordination
  • Combustion Optimization & Efficiency Improvement
  • Emergency Response & Outage Support
  • Instrumentation & Control Monitoring
  • Team Collaboration & Shift Handover Documentation
  • 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.

Assistant Unit Operator

Tennessee Valley Authority
10.1999 - 04.2004
  • Assist Unit Operator in the safe and efficient operation of fossil fuel generating units.
  • Monitor gauges, meters, alarms, and digital control systems for abnormal operating conditions.
  • Perform regular plant rounds to inspect and operate auxiliary equipment including pumps, fans, and pollution control systems.
  • Support start-up, shutdown, and load change procedures under direction of the Unit Operator.
  • Record operating data and communicate findings to control room staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Tennessee Martin
Martin, TN

Skills

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Electrical Control Board Qualified
  • Quick decision-making in abnormal or emergency conditions
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting under pressure
  • Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance

Timeline

Unit Operator

Tennessee Valley Authority
04.2004 - Current

Assistant Unit Operator

Tennessee Valley Authority
10.1999 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Tennessee Martin

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