Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Kevin Freeman

Henderson

Summary

Experienced Operations Technician with over 10 years of experience developing realistic solutions for successful maintenance and operations of tools and equipment. Proficient in Microsoft programs and strong organizational capabilities. Skilled in handling multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy. Expert in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Committed to problem resolution and maintaining accurate metrics and reports. Strives for excellence in work.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plant Operations Technician

WesTech Enginering, LLC
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting equipment in industrial facilities
  • Ensuring smooth and safe operations.
  • Performing routine maintenance, equipment repairs, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Reviewed processing errors and helped track down root causes

Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting Inc.
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Used high-pressure water and vacuum system to remove dirt and debris from specific locations.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment.
  • Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
  • Circulated chemicals and solvents inside processing units to clean interiors.

Hydrovac Operator

HydroExcavators, LLC
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Used high-pressure water and vacuum system to remove dirt and debris from specific locations.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment.
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs on pumping equipment and lines.
  • Tracked inspection results and submitted reports outlining data and highlighting deviations.
  • Used automated measuring equipment and hand-held devices to evaluate production.

Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting
08.2016 - 04.2021
  • Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
  • Used high-pressure water and vacuum system to remove dirt and debris from specific locations.
  • Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicle and equipment.
  • Uncovered pipes and dug trenches for new water main installations.

Field Operations Technician

Eagle Eye Services
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Maintained automated processing between systems, identified missing data and manually processed incomplete transactions.
  • Reviewed processing errors and helped track down root causes.
  • Integrated new technologies to better meet project needs.
  • Improved team output by improving processes to eliminate operational bottlenecks.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.

Tool Technician

Helms Packer Service
01.2012 - 08.2015
  • Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
  • Received incoming shipments of tools and equipment from trucks.
  • Verified computer inventory against physical inventory and resolved discrepancies.
  • Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.

Education

1.5 years - Corrosion Technology

KILGORE COLLEGE
Kilgore, TX
01.1994

4 - Technology

Tatum High School
Tatum, TX
05.1992

Skills

  • Welding techniques
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Operations monitoring
  • Data collection
  • Machine operation
  • Equipment inspection
  • Electrical systems
  • Performance troubleshooting
  • Schematic interpretation
  • First aid and CPR
  • PLC programming
  • Statistical process control
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Pneumatic systems

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Received Class B CDL in 2005
  • Received CPR certification in 2005

Certification

  • NULCA, 10/01/20, Present
  • Certified NULCA Ground Penetrating Radar Technician, 10/01/20, Present
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • CDL
  • Driver's License
  • CDL B

Assessments

Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 02/01/22

Timeline

Plant Operations Technician

WesTech Enginering, LLC
10.2023 - Current

Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting Inc.
08.2022 - 10.2023

Hydrovac Operator

HydroExcavators, LLC
06.2021 - 08.2022

Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting
08.2016 - 04.2021

Field Operations Technician

Eagle Eye Services
08.2015 - 08.2016

Tool Technician

Helms Packer Service
01.2012 - 08.2015

4 - Technology

Tatum High School

1.5 years - Corrosion Technology

KILGORE COLLEGE
Kevin Freeman