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John Winstead

Chalmette,LA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Measurement Technician performs physical testing and quality control responsibilities to support proper instrument calibration. Demonstrates flexibility in job assignments and adapts well to change. Uses critical thinking skills to resolve area challenges and maintain safe environment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Measurement Technician

Boardwalk Pipelines
01.2011 - Current
  • Performed calibrations and adjustments on measuring instruments for accurate results. Ultrasonic meters mostly Instromet, Sick, Daniels. Rotary meters including Dresser Roots meter. Romet rotary meters. Turbine meters Sensus Mark II, auto-adjust, and TPL-9. Pulled orifice plates to check flatness and to inspect. Performed inspection/calibrations on transmitters Rosemount, ABB MVT, Bristol 3808 MVT, Druck pressure indicators, DP and zero on Five block manifolds. Have worked with Chromatograph mostly ABB. RTU mostly Bristol control wave and Automates/AutoPilots.
  • Performed maintenance on UltraSonic meters, cleaning paths/transducers, changing flow software boards for upgrades
  • Performed critical flow test on the rotary meters and tear downs to replace parts and add oil.
  • Performed spin test on turbine meters.
  • Have witness test every month. I witness and get witnessed.
  • Pulled spot and composite samples.
  • Removed and installed new measurement equipment.


  • Cleaned work areas of excess supplies, cardboard and rejected materials throughout each shift.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Senior Operations Technician

Boardwalk Pipeline
08.2007 - 01.2011
  • Checked on calls every day, marked and located pipelines if the dig was in our ROT.
  • Maintained valves, fittings, pipe supports.
  • Maintained markers, signs and locks on valves, fences and buildings.
  • Launched and received pipeline pigs.
  • Did monthly tank inspections, pipe to soil readings.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Coordinated with vendors on invoice management and resolving outstanding issues.

Senior Valve Technician

Carter Chambers LLC
05.1997 - 08.2007
  • Identified problems with valves and used appropriate troubleshooting techniques to locate and resolve concerns.
  • Maintained professional working environment and enhanced productivity by keeping all areas neat and organized.
  • Recorded maintenance information, test results, material usage and repairs made.
  • Reviewed and disassembled control valves prior to completing skilled repairs.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete customer requests and orders on time.
  • Conducted testing and diagnostics work on control valves and other equipment at customer locations.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hahnville High School
Boutte, LA
05.1996

Skills

  • Regulations Compliance
  • Visual Assessment
  • Detailed Analysis
  • Equipment Function Testing
  • Equipment Operations
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Federal Regulations
  • Parts Installation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Frequency and Volt Meters
  • Write Reports
  • Data Documentation
  • Inspect Records

Timeline

Senior Measurement Technician

Boardwalk Pipelines
01.2011 - Current

Senior Operations Technician

Boardwalk Pipeline
08.2007 - 01.2011

Senior Valve Technician

Carter Chambers LLC
05.1997 - 08.2007

High School Diploma -

Hahnville High School
John Winstead