Joseph Testa
Lansing,MI
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Class Stationary Engineer
Michigan State Universtiy
East Lansing, MI
06.2013 - Current
- Understand and apply plant systems knowledge in order to lead a shift of power plant employees and coordinate the operations of the power plant, including start-up, shut-down, and load control of gas and fluidized-bed boilers, steam turbines, and combined cycle gas turbines, electric generators, and related auxiliary equipment at the power plant. Oversees steam production and turbine-generator operation to meet electric power and steam demands as fully as possible on the extraction cycle.
- Directs or make required adjustments to boilers, turbines, and auxiliary equipment in order to achieve maximum system efficiency while maintaining regulatory compliance, reliability and stability.
- Oversees and monitor plant security systems and operations.
- Oversees the logging and data entry required to support compliance with continuous emission monitoring and regulatory reports.
- Synchronize electric generators.
- Monitors the electric generation from campus solar photovoltaic systems
- Maintains electric power quality by monitoring and controlling generator frequency, voltage, power factor, and load.
- Maintains steam quality and availability by monitoring and controlling steam pressure, temperature and flow.
- Monitors loads on electrical circuits to insure that they are not overloaded and that suitable power factor is maintained.
- Regulates the exchange of power over the utility interconnection.
- Oversees the recording of plant and production data using provided information technology tools.
- Corrects irregularities or abnormal operating conditions and documents the conditions encountered and corrective action taken.
- Oversees the maintenance (cleaning, oiling and lubricating) of assigned plant equipment.
- Authorizes short absences, controls crew staffing, and assigns relief for personnel on emergency or sick leave.
- Administers proper lock-out/tag-out procedures for staff and clear equipment for return to service.
- Directs electrical switching at the power plant including remotely operating high voltage switch gear.
- Prepares written reports and logs required to support daily operations; including duty logs which detail shift conditions to be provided to the following shift and reported to the supervisor.
- Makes a complete inspection of the power plant at least once during every shift, or as directed or required, to ensure that equipment is in proper operating condition.
- Relieves other operating personnel when required.
- Ensures that wells are started or stopped with the assistance of a Water Works Operator in order to maintain suitable reservoir levels.
- Assists Engineer IV/S with daily operational activities when rotationally scheduled.
- Reports misconduct of the operating crew.
- Provides information for the performance evaluation of assigned crew.
- Participates in and successfully pass training program required.
- Oversees practical on-the-job training of assigned crew.well fields, and potable water reservoir.
Control Room Operator
Coastal Carolina Clean Power
Kenansville , NC
07.2008 - 05.2013
- Performed daily maintenance and inspections of machinery to ensure proper functioning.
- Conducted testing of systems to identify potential problems and created solutions for them.
- Provided technical support to operations staff in order to maintain efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identified malfunctions and took corrective actions as needed.
- Responded quickly to alarms and system failures, taking appropriate action to resolve them promptly.
- Trained new personnel on proper operation of control room systems.
- Identified and recommended operational changes to improve plant reliability, performance and output.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize workplace hazards and protect fellow workers from harm.
- Opened and closed valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.
- Operated or maintained auxiliary equipment to supply water, fuel or auxiliary power.
Power Plant Operator
CMS Energy
Flint, MI
02.2005 - 06.2008
- Operate assigned control systems as directed, including distributed control, water, steam, combustion, turbine generator, and related components, in a safe and efficient manner.
- Maintain assigned control systems to ensure proper operations. Performs routine equipment maintenance, safety checks, inspections, and adjustments as required.
- Take measurements and readings, and compare them with standards. Implements corrective actions within established procedures.
- Assist chemistry vendor in maintaining the boiler system by adjusting chemical feed, as appropriate, and in monitoring the boiler, cooling water, and waste water chemistry. Implements corrective actions within established procedures, as directed by senior operator.
- Assist in inspecting and monitoring environmental equipment. Supports senior operator with equipment cleaning, filter changes, and calibration gas adjustments.
- Log equipment operating data in an accurate and timely manner. Identifies and reports problems to Lead Plant Operator and/or Supervisor.
- Respond to alarms in a timely manner. Operates necessary equipment to effectively respond to critical situations.
- Perform maintenance activities during plant outages and minor maintenance on shift as required, as directed by the lead operator.
- Operate mobile equipment located throughout the plant to maintain efficient operations.
- Maintain a safe work environment through job planning, housekeeping, and adherence to plant safety rules and procedures, and identification and correction of hazards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Stationary Engineer
Delta College
Bay City, MI05-2008
GED -
Sweetwater High School
Sweetwater, TN12-2004
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Housekeeping skills
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Troubleshooting skills
Certification
- NIULPE- 4th Class Engineer
- Forklift/ Scissor lift.
Timeline
1st Class Stationary Engineer
Michigan State Universtiy
06.2013 - Current
Control Room Operator
Coastal Carolina Clean Power
07.2008 - 05.2013
Power Plant Operator
CMS Energy
02.2005 - 06.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Stationary Engineer
Delta College
GED -
Sweetwater High School