Jeremy Parras
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Experienced control room operator with proven skills in enhancing operational efficiency and system monitoring. Strong in team leadership and cost optimization. Effective in risk management and problem solving.
Professional operator prepared to excel in monitoring and managing control room environments. Extensive experience in maintaining system integrity and ensuring operational efficiency. Focuses on team collaboration and achieving reliable results, adapting flexibly to dynamic requirements. Skilled in system monitoring and incident resolution, and valued for reliability and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Room Operator
NGL Energy Partners LP
Denver, CO
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Monitored control room operations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responsible for the management of crude and maintaining the crude level of the unit.
- Monitoring equipment such as pumps/chemical injection pumps, MOVs, tanks as well as equipment parameters.
- Performed visual maintenance by checking critical performance parameters such as temperature, pressure, level, flow rate, and/or vibration to ensure all equipment is operating within its defined operating envelope.
- Training and procedure development.
Ability to operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.
Perform basic equipment maintenance (tightening valve packing, cleaning strainer filters in lacts, etc.). - Reduced response times for emergencies by closely monitoring alerts and coordinating swift action among team members.
Terminal Operator
Allegiance Refining LLC
San Antonio, TX
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Assisted in managing crude levels and maintaining operational efficiency of the unit.
- Adhered to safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Facilitated settlement and extraction of water from crude samples to enhance analysis accuracy.
- Monitored various types of equipment such as pumps, chemical injection pumps, MOVs, and tanks while assessing performance parameters.
- Conducted visual inspections to review key performance metrics including temperature, pressure, level, flow rate, and vibration.
- Promoted operational efficiency by verifying that all equipment operated within defined limits.
- Training and procedure development.
Ability to operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools. - Fostered a safe workplace by promoting adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated loading and unloading equipment to ensure efficient terminal operations.
Terminal Operator
Lazarus Energy
San Antonio, TX
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Monitored inventory levels for timely replenishment and minimized downtime.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within the terminal.
- Trained new employees on terminal procedures and safety practices for seamless integration into the team.
- Authored weekly use logs for inventory tracking and control systems.
Pipeline Controller/Operator Trainee
Calumet Specialty Products
San Antonio, TX
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Monitored and assessed critical performance indicators, including temperature, pressure level, flow rate, and vibration, to guarantee all equipment operates efficiently within specified parameters.
- Implemented safety measures while completing tasks within designated timeframes.
- Ability to operate hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment by tightening valve packing and cleaning strainer filters in lacts.
Assisted in basic equipment upkeep, including valve packing adjustments and strainer filter cleaning. - Tracked and recorded maintenance activities and repair history to ensure efficient operation of plant systems and timely service requests.
Education
GED -
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX06.2008
Skills
- System Monitoring
- Operational Efficiency
- Team Leadership
- Cost Reduction
- Risk Management
- Problem Solving
- Technical Reporting
- Control Systems
- Incident reporting
- Security camera monitoring
- Radio communications
- Alarm management
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Control Room Operator
NGL Energy Partners LP
06.2024 - 03.2026
Terminal Operator
Allegiance Refining LLC
11.2020 - 09.2023
Terminal Operator
Lazarus Energy
12.2019 - 10.2020
Pipeline Controller/Operator Trainee
Calumet Specialty Products
03.2018 - 11.2019
GED -
St. Philip's College