Lowell Shutt
Brookings,SD
Summary
Experienced Combined Cycle Power Plant Operator with over 15 years of expertise in monitoring, controlling, and optimizing plant operations. Proficient in the safe and efficient management of gas and steam turbines, heat recovery steam generators, and associated auxiliary systems. Strong ability to troubleshoot, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards. Adept at maximizing plant efficiency and reliability while minimizing downtime. Committed to maintaining peak performance and operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Technician
Basin Electric Power Cooperative
07.2008 - Current
- Properly enter all outages and de-rates in the PCI software system
- Operate the station within the environmental requirements and operate units from the control room.
- Support and Perform all outages with contractors.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and trouble shoot to solve mechanical and technical problems.
- Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
- Develop and follow operating procedures with Job Safety Analysis and write technical procedures, update logs, and report on plant equipment maintenance.
- Participated in meetings, trainings and seminars to gather and convey necessary information.
- Perform ground maintenance and cleaning as needed for the upkeep and safety of the plant
Plant Operator
Black Hills Power
02.2007 - 07.2008
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations and met energy and use guidelines.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Managed data entry into computer control systems.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Participated in meetings, trainings and seminars to gather and convey necessary information.
Education
Texas A&M Industrial Fire Brigade Training
College Station, TXTexas A&M Hazardous Materials Emergency Response
College Station, TXHigh School Diploma -
Triumph High School
Cheyenne, WYSkills
- Lead Operator Qualified
- DOT Pipeline Qualified
- Efficiently Operates DCS
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professional Demeanor
- Self Motivation
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Manage people & processes effectively
Timeline
Operations Technician
Basin Electric Power Cooperative
07.2008 - Current
Plant Operator
Black Hills Power
02.2007 - 07.2008
Texas A&M Industrial Fire Brigade Training
Texas A&M Hazardous Materials Emergency Response
High School Diploma -
Triumph High School
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