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JOSHUA KARM

Needvillle,TX

Summary

Talented and self-motivated professional with client based Real Estate knowledge and 13+ years experience in chemical production environments. Known for commitment to clients and previous companies I have worked with.

I pride myself in being knowledgeable about my job and the equipment I work with as well as troubleshooting skills, drive to continue learning and mindset to better myself.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Agent

Exp Realty
Houston, TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media and real estate guides.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Assisted clients in financial planning for purchase.

Process Technician

Oxy Vinyls
LaPorte, TX
02.2011 - 05.2021
  • Daily duties included working on the DCS making continuous process rate changes to meet plant needs as well as starting up and shutting down equipment.
  • Operated large electric and diesel powered pumps and compressors from small to 5,000 horsepower.
  • Implemented process changes.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Lining up equipment and putting in service as well as taking out of service.
  • Very familiar with Key procedures such as LOTO, Fall protection, Confined Space, Hot work, and Line Breaks.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels and quality indicators.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
  • Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy and to determine appropriate next steps.
  • Complied with all safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.

Process Technician

Celanese
Clear Lake , TX
04.2014 - 06.2014

Start up Crew for Methanol unit. Duties at the time were all classroom and learning the unit via books and the unit simulator.

Boiler Maker

Celanese
09.2010 - 02.2011
  • Truck/Railcar Loader Mundy Construction –, Chemical, Clear Lake Plant Loaded and unloaded plant chemicals.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, and chemical feeds levels.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and manlifts.

Operator

Bigler LP
Pasadena, TX
01.2009 - 09.2010
  • Retained tank levels and flow rates to meet process demands.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Directly supervised all truck rack and assist loaders.
  • Adjusted pumping systems, control systems and storage tank levels.
  • Loaded and unloaded plant chemicals to and from tank trucks, railcars and barges.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.

Process Technician

Solvay Chemical
LaPorte, TX
07.2008 - 12.2008
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels and quality indicators.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.

Education

Real Estate License - Real Estate

Champions School of Real Estate
Houston, TX
06.2022

Process Technician Certificate -

San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX
03.2011

High School Diploma -

Crosby High School
Crosby, TX
05.2005

Skills

  • DCS Knowledge
  • Process Improvement
  • Process and equipment troubleshooting
  • Communication skills
  • Coordination Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • MLS Data Entry and Maintenance
  • Lead Prospecting
  • Comparative Market Analysis
  • Analytical and Logical Thinking
  • Contract Preparation
  • Value Estimation
  • Meeting Arrangements
  • Database Maintenance
  • Fair Housing Laws Knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Focused plant operations leader committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations.
  • Technician with broad background that includes electronic, chemical and water treatment experience.
  • Extensive training in chemical plant operations.
  • Continuous Process Operations, Water treatment operations, Utilities Operations, DCS systems (Delta V), Safety Oriented Strong mechanical aptitude.

Timeline

Real Estate Agent

Exp Realty
07.2022 - Current

Process Technician

Celanese
04.2014 - 06.2014

Process Technician

Oxy Vinyls
02.2011 - 05.2021

Boiler Maker

Celanese
09.2010 - 02.2011

Operator

Bigler LP
01.2009 - 09.2010

Process Technician

Solvay Chemical
07.2008 - 12.2008

Real Estate License - Real Estate

Champions School of Real Estate

Process Technician Certificate -

San Jacinto College District

High School Diploma -

Crosby High School