Jeremey Atkins
Keithville,La
Summary
Skilled Power Plant Operator with background in monitoring and maintaining plant equipment to ensure efficient operation. Experience includes conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime. Strengths include strong analytical skills, ability to work effectively under pressure, and solid understanding of safety protocols. Contributed to improving operational efficiency through proactive maintenance and strategic process improvements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Power Plant Operator
International Paper
Mansfield, La
11.2015 - Current
- Operates effluent treatment system testing methane and natural gas treated by carbon dioxide systems
- Operated and monitored power plant equipment such as boilers, turbines, pumps, compressors, and generators
- Analyzed data from instruments such as temperature gauges and pressure indicators to verify conformance with operational standards
- Analyzed layout, instrumentation and function of electrical generation and transmission facilities
- Adjusted controls to maintain specified electrical output levels within established limit
- Conducted regular tests on fuel sources for quality assurance purposes
- Provided technical support during installation of new equipment or modification of existing ones
- Maintained records of daily operations and equipment maintenance schedules
- Maintained auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater heaters, filters, and chlorinators, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, and auxiliary power
- Made adjustments and minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland and pipe joints
- Recorded and compiled operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs, and reports
- Responded promptly to emergency situations or alarms by performing necessary repairs or shutdown procedures
- Operated, controlled and monitored equipment, such as acid and gas carbon dioxide removal units, carbon dioxide compressors, and pipelines, to capture, store and transport carbon dioxide exhaust
- Monitored power plant equipment and indicators to detect evidence of operating problems
- Generated equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and reactors, using control boards and semi-automatic equipment
- Placed standby emergency electrical generators on line and monitored temperature, output, and lubrication of system
- Opened and closed valves and switches in sequence to start and shut down auxiliary units
- Adhered strictly to environmental laws governing waste disposal processes related to the power plant
- Monitored instrumentation readings for abnormalities or trends in order to detect any changes in the operating conditions of the plant
- Started or stopped generators, auxiliary pumping equipment, turbines, or other power plant equipment as necessary
- Inspected valves, pipes, fittings, pumps, motors, fans, compressors, for proper functioning at regular intervals
- Regulated equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data and from computers
- Collected oil, water and electrolyte samples for laboratory analysis
- Managed hazardous materials according to company guidelines and local regulations
- Prepared and submitted compliance, operational and safety forms and reports
- Performed routine inspections on all power plant systems to identify potential problems
- Participated actively in training sessions conducted by supervisors pertaining to safe working practices
- Operated and maintained distributed power generation equipment, including fuel cells and microturbines, to produce energy on-site for manufacturing and other commercial purposes
- Adjusted controls to maintain specified electrical output levels within established limits
- Communicated with systems operators to regulate and coordinate line voltages and transmission loads and frequencies
- Collaborated with engineering staff to develop modifications that improve safety and efficiency of the facility's operations
- Diagnosed system malfunctions and performed corrective action to ensure continuous operation
- Ensured compliance with safety rules, regulations, and procedures while operating power plant equipment
- Lubricated and maintained equipment, such as generators, turbines, pumps, and compressors, to prevent failure and deterioration
- Verified that well field monitoring data conformed to applicable regulations
- Identified areas where energy conservation measures can be implemented in order to reduce costs
- Took regulatory action, based on readings from charts, meters, and gauges, at established intervals
- Examined and tested electrical power distribution machinery and equipment, using testing devices
- Communicated with other personnel regarding operational issues and coordinated work activities accordingly
- Ensured compliance of electrical systems with applicable codes and laws
- Inspected records and log book entries and communicated with plant personnel to assess equipment operating status
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely completion
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
- Developed departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures and strategies
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes
- Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Performed general maintenance and repair
- Operated, controlled and monitored gasifiers and related equipment, such as coolers, water quenched, water gas shifts reactors, and sulfur recovery units, to produce syngas and electricity from coal
Equipment Operator
Schlumberger
Shreveport, Louisiana
09.2010 - 11.2015
- Maintained equipment, making emergency adjustments, and assisting with major repairs as necessary
- Performed daily pre-operational checks to ensure the proper functioning of machinery
- Drove tractor-trailer trucks to move equipment from site to site
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of safety protocols while operating equipment on construction sites
Education
Kinesiology - Biology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA, USSkills
- Laboratory Testing
- Water Quality Testing
- Interpreting Gauges
- Lockout and Tagout Processes
- Environmental Policy
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Pneumatic Systems
- Safety Requirements
- Steam Boilers
Certification
Commercial Driving License
Affiliations
helping the elderly make home repairs.
Timeline
Power Plant Operator
International Paper
11.2015 - Current
Equipment Operator
Schlumberger
09.2010 - 11.2015
Kinesiology - Biology
Northwestern State University of Louisiana