I have 6 years of nuclear experience. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Hardworking, with great work ethic. Reliable and flexible with schedule and changes when needed. Enjoy working with the public and being a member of work team.
Hi, I’m
Kari Ward
Nuclear Laborer
Graysville,TN
Summary
Overview
32
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Merrick GroupWest Hazelton
Maintenance Crew Member
03.2025 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Provided technical support to other crew members when needed.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Day And Zimmerman Atlantic
Firewatch/FME/Confined Space
08.2023 - 03.2025
Job overview
- Facilitated smooth operations during hot work activities by providing continuous surveillance of the area throughout the process.
- Contributed to a safe working atmosphere by promptly extinguishing any small fires discovered during routine rounds.
- Maintain records of Compliance of FME procedures in assigned areas. Secure work area for compliance. Document all entering area. Document all tools, materials, and apparatus entering area. Verify integrity of FME area to be secure of all Foreign Materials to be Excluded.
Day And Zimmerman Nps
Laborer/Confined Space/Forman
05.2019 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Industrial clean up, Fire Impairment, FME, Confined Space, Multiple Craft Support, Foreman
- Strengthened workplace safety culture by actively participating in safety meetings and trainings.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Prevented fire-related incidents by consistently adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Patrolled plant areas and noted and investigated unsafe conditions and practices to eliminate fire hazards.
- Reduced fire risks by promptly reporting incidents and unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to address any identified hazards or concerns quickly and efficiently.
- Helped maintain compliance with OSHA regulations regarding fire safety measures onsite.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
Wagon Wheel Café
Owner/Manager
06.2014 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Established strong vendor relationships for the consistent sourcing of fresh ingredients at competitive prices.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Supervised daily activities of restaurant and Number employees.
- Negotiated favorable lease terms with property owners, securing prime location spots at reduced rental rates.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Recruited, hired, and trained talented staff to fill vacancies.
XTO Energy
Lease Operator
03.2009 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Lead Operator, Managed 70 wells, 1 Employee and Assisted in employee training
- Responsible for monitoring each well in regards to gas production, public safety, and maintenance
- First responder to any and all situations which require emergency response and/or public awareness
- Maintain maximum production capabilities by utilizing state of the art field production techniques including: Computer automation systems, artificial lift mechanisms (plunger control systems, mechanical gas lift, and hydraulic pumps), chemical stimulation, and pressure control utilities
- Maintained and printed various reports.
- Streamlined communication channels between field operators, engineers, and management, leading to quicker decision-making and problem resolution.
- Analyzed production trends to identify opportunities for improvement in both short-term efficiency gains and long-term strategic planning.
- Kept electrical, gas-powered and hydraulic machinery in great condition by troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions.
- Managed the lease operating teams to ensure efficient production and minimize downtime.
- Logged official production numbers from equipment readings and monitored trends.
- Reduced costs through proactive improvements to deficient areas of operations.
Marathon Oil Corporation/Navarro College
Field Operator
10.2008 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Read and enter daily TOW/SCADA data, checked CSG and TBG pressures, monitored wells and compressors, gauged tanks, flowed wells, checked and maintained dumps,LOTO, dropped plungers, shot fluid levels, pigged, TIER 1 audit/repair, ROC maintenance, programming, assisted in tank gauge installation/repair, assisted in installation of TBG/CSG transmitters from tree to ROC
- FIT tested (quantitative) with Navarro College.
Bossier Dodge
Customer Service\ Cashier
04.2007 - 05.2008
Job overview
- In charge of daily register tally
- Managed, Reconciled and Processed credit card summaries and receipts
- Open, Closed and Consolidated Service RO's
- Reconciled daily deposits
- Managed and Conducted collection calls
- Collected payments and closed auto parts tickets
- Managed, Conducted monthly collection calls and spread sheets
- Filed and other General Office Duties.
Weathermatic/Telsco Industries
Customer Service Representative
04.2006 - 09.2006
Job overview
- Assisted Field Sales Rep
- In coordinating, planning, scheduling
- Followed up with customers by phone
- Recruited secondary customers by phone with information, specials, and new produce information
- Assisted in matching them up with distributors in their area
- Over saw sales progress
- Coordinated Marketing and customer relations
- Exceeded all goals and expectations
- Answered and directed phone calls.
Terrel Regional Hospital
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
04.2005 - 04.2006
Job overview
- Scheduled appointments
- Medical Coding and Billing
- Maintained Patient records and forms
- Collected Patient information and history
- Collected Blood and other fluid samples for testing
- Worked with Insurance companies on patient's behalf
- Complied with all HIPPA regulations.
Hair by Kari
Stylist
09.1993 - 10.2002
Job overview
- Managed my own Hair and Nail business
- Responsible for scheduling clients, inventory, and bills
- Customer Service
Limestone County Detention Center
Correctional Officer, Correctional Officers and Jailers
04.1998 - 01.1999
Job overview
- Served as control center officer, coordinated and monitored inmate movements, conducted counts, and provided emergency response
- Field tower, medical security, perimeter security, and gate officer
- Provided security in treatment activities and supervised labor crews in the kitchen and other areas
- Conducted shakedown for contraband materials.
Education
NAVARRO COLLEGECorsicana, TX
Certification from Oil and Gas Production
12.2008
University Overview
Trinity Valley Community CollegePalestine, TX
Certification from Cosmetology
09.1993
University Overview
Skills
- Customer Service Skills assessment
- Residential Cleaning
- Team Management
- Crew Management
- Reliability
- Task Prioritization
- Equipment Inspection
- Public Safety Awareness
- Multitasking
- Hot Work Monitoring
- Fire Extinguisher Use
- Fire prevention
- Confined Space Entry/Supervisor
- Problem-Solving
- Fire Watch Logs
- PPE use
- FME Monitor
- Verifying Proper housekeeping of area
- Safety
- Verifying Proper procedures being performed
- Performing visual inspections of area for integrity of area
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30/HAZWOPER
Personal Information
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: AnywhereWork Authorization
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employerTimeline
Maintenance Crew Member
Merrick Group
03.2025 - 04.2025
Firewatch/FME/Confined Space
Day And Zimmerman Atlantic
08.2023 - 03.2025
Laborer/Confined Space/Forman
Day And Zimmerman Nps
05.2019 - 11.2023
Owner/Manager
Wagon Wheel Café
06.2014 - 08.2015
Lease Operator
XTO Energy
03.2009 - 01.2014
Field Operator
Marathon Oil Corporation/Navarro College
10.2008 - 12.2008
Customer Service\ Cashier
Bossier Dodge
04.2007 - 05.2008
Customer Service Representative
Weathermatic/Telsco Industries
04.2006 - 09.2006
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Terrel Regional Hospital
04.2005 - 04.2006
Correctional Officer, Correctional Officers and Jailers
Limestone County Detention Center
04.1998 - 01.1999
Stylist
Hair by Kari
09.1993 - 10.2002
NAVARRO COLLEGE
Certification from Oil and Gas Production
Trinity Valley Community College
Certification from Cosmetology
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