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Kenith Hawkins

Pocatello,ID

Summary

Constructive Chemical Operator with proven skills in many areas of the Don Plant. Knowledgeable in operating most of the heavy equipment in the field and monitoring process conditions to promote safety. Adept in inspecting equipment to detect leaks and malfunctions. Motivated and eager to develop various skills and gain deeper understanding of the best practices in field. Meticulous and detail-oriented with over nine years of industry experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Chemical Operator

J.R. Simplot, Don Plant
Pocatello, ID
04.2013 - Current
  • One year as a temporary laborer-assisted maintenance to open manways, spin spool pieces, replacing valves, fire watch. Performed down day work in all areas of the plant routinely.
  • Three years as a Phosphoric Operator- Used hoists, unbolted and cleaned production lines, helped with routine maintenance, preventative maintenance by tightening flanges, replacing gaskets, troubleshooting indication instruments, etc.
  • Three years as a Heavy Equipment Operator- operated, cleaned, and maintained various equipment including; skidsteer, guzzler, water blaster, switch engine, manlift, forklift, etc.
  • Two years as a Sulfuric Operator- Loaded/Offloaded trucks, railcars. Ensured the APP plant ran within parameters. When possible opened vessels and assisted to replace valves and spool pieces.

Structural Fitter, Pipe Fitter

Bodell Construction
Soda Springs, ID
04.2012 - 08.2012
  • Fetched materials, equipment and tools for welding professionals.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Took measurements and made fits for structural and pipe fitting.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Rigged and hoisted pipes and supports into place to be installed.
  • Operated manlifts and scissor lifts to access elevated areas to install pipe/structures.

Welder Helper

Hettinger Welding
Bairoil, WY
07.2009 - 12.2009
  • Removed trash and excess materials to clean up work areas.
  • Fetched materials, equipment and tools for welding professionals.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag and spatter using hand tools.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.

Insulator

Guthrie Brothers Instulation
Pocatello, ID
05.2008 - 08.2008
  • Fabricated and assembled sheet metal products and equipment such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes and furnace casings.
  • Cut, formed and arranged insulation to promote efficiency of materials for each project.
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.

Education

No Degree - Electronics Technology

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID

High School Diploma -

Marsh Valley High School
Arimo, ID
05.2008

Skills

  • Broad understanding of the Don Plant operations and procedures
  • Experience operating most heavy equipment, including manlift and forklift
  • Reputation for having a great work ethic and analytical and critical thinking skills

Certification

  • EMT- Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Chemical Operator

J.R. Simplot, Don Plant
04.2013 - Current

Structural Fitter, Pipe Fitter

Bodell Construction
04.2012 - 08.2012

Welder Helper

Hettinger Welding
07.2009 - 12.2009

Insulator

Guthrie Brothers Instulation
05.2008 - 08.2008

No Degree - Electronics Technology

Idaho State University

High School Diploma -

Marsh Valley High School

References

  • Roy Rupp (208) 760-9732
  • Carlos Ibarra (208) 220-0520
  • Jim Orgill (208) 604-5520

References

  • Roy Rupp (208) 760-9732
  • Carlos Ibarra (208) 220-0520
  • Jim Orgill (208) 604-5520
Kenith Hawkins