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Manuel C. Robles

363 Epic St. Richland,WA

Summary

Experienced with start up and commissioning of a plant. Fully Certified Plant Operator and Control Room Operator with expertise in safeguarding in a Chemical and Water treatment plant. Successful in maintaining BTA Wastewater equipment and troubleshooting, keeping detailed records and monitoring daily plant operations. Driven to work efficiently and safely when conducting maintenance and repairs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Specialist IV - LOTO

Amentum
Richland, WA
02.2025 - Current
  • Performs all work, activities and daily tasks in a compliance setting with environmental permits and regulations.
  • Ensure all objectives and goals that are established by facility management are met on a daily basis.
  • Review all environmental permits, safety basis documentation, project designs for maintenance and testing, and repair methods while providing comments on areas of expertise. Review all documents for testing impacts.
  • Support and demonstrate an understanding of the operations and system designs to include safety, health and environmental compliance through the completion of assigned tasks. Ensure safety basis and permit documents can. be successfully implented.
  • Support the implementation of project wide initiatives affecting the operations of plant, personnel and resources.
  • Review all emergency response procedures, equipment operating manuals, and additional operation documents to be implemented correctly and effectively by operation personnel.
  • Perform facility walk-downs to support the construction and operational requirements of the facility.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of all facility related procedures , training materials job instructions to support the training program.
  • Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by possessing the safety values and completion of quality job performance to protect self, others and the environment.

SENIOR COMMISSIONING TEST ENGINEER II

Amentum
Richland, WA
10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Developed procedures and test plans to implement conduct of testing requirements and installation of commissioning activities.
  • Reviewed engineer documents, codes and standards to identify system and facility test requirements to input them into test required management work processes.
  • Provided the direction and designs to direct Plant operators in testing.
  • Conducted system performance testing and documents results and develops objectives.
  • Identified technical issues related to the testing and operations , and coordinate with the various project organizations to resolve issues.
  • Monitored the testing performance by the startup organization for commissioning testing.
  • Solved complex problems and equipment issues with other test engineers, operators, maintenance, contractors and vendors.
  • Completed the final start up and commissioning of the Hanford Waste Treatment Plant.
  • Proficient in working with upper management System Engineers, Waste Management, safety and vendors. Keeps management aware of any issues.
  • Completed required training and maintains proficiency as needed to obtain and maintain project certification as a test engineer.
  • Supervised personnel and delegate necessary job tasks.

CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR

Amentum
Pueblo, CO
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Performed all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
  • Worked in close proximity to and or in a chemical demilitarization facility.
  • Monitored computer controlled process equipment associated with demilitarization of chemical weapons, including projectile and mortar disassembly machine, munitions washout station, metal treatment unit, robotic feed and process equipment, agent neutralization bath process equipment, off-gas treatment system and process support equipment including air compressors, boilers, diesel generators, chillers, buffer tanks, spray dryer, dosing station, bag house filter, process water tanks, quench tower, scrubbers, heat exchanger, separator, air heater, induced draft fans HVAC systems and filter unit equipment.
  • Monitored Continuous Emissions performance for the plant and systems under control for desired trends.
  • Operated and control closed-circuit television (CCTV) system throughout plant.
  • Responded to system operating parameter deviations from the desired band and alarms and assume semi-automatic or manual control as, as necessary.
  • Mitigated and control vents under the direction of the Shift Plant Manager during contingencies involving public address announcements, personnel notifications, CCTV monitoring, radio communications, systems and facility monitoring.
  • Provided timely notifications when required by plant events, emergency events and procedures.
  • Monitored, control and support all activities of personnel working in contaminated and exclusion areas including, but no limited to: moving, receiving, transporting, handling, loading of chemical munitions, maintenance activities and toxic agents area entries.
  • Worked with other departments as necessary to cooperatively complete assigned tasks.
  • Generated munitions accountability documents to include feed sheets, process tracking records and Certificate of Destruction.
  • Maintained accurate log books, data sheets, build trends and other historical systems under control.
  • Issued and maintain security key control.
  • Initiated and control process functions to operate systems adhering to associated procedures and processes.
  • Assisted with the development and review of all SOP's and maintenance procedures associated with the operation and maintenance of assigned systems.
  • Compliance with all conduct of operations.
  • Analyzed and provide management recommendations for solving operating system problems, alarms and any erratic occurrences.

UTILITY LEAD PLANT OPERATOR

Amentum
Pueblo, CO.
01.2015 - 11.2021
  • Operated Brine Reduction systems consisting of both an Evaporation and Crystallizer system to create salt product and recover/reuse water.
  • Operated the systems of potable and non potable water systems in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
  • Operated the BTA Wastewater Treatment under all regulations including the operations of Bioreactors utilizing Biomass as the main method in the destruction of Thiodiglycol. Complete Rounds and Readings with the Inside/Outside operators of the BTA.
  • Utilized an assortment of pumps, valves, HMI screens and various instruments and control indicators to ensure the plants systems maintain efficient operations and cool effectively.
  • Responsible for taking samples for analysis for Water Ph., Conductivity, Specific Gravity, Apparent Settler Volume, Phosphate, Sulfate and Total Dissolved Solids.
  • Responsible for the handling and inventory of Sulfuric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Diammonium Phosphate, Caustic, Anti Scalant, Anti foam and Urea shipments.
  • Conducted the switch line ups and valves for the systems operations and start up with an understanding of P & ID’s and the valve types and systems.
  • Operated the Honeywell Experion Program for Process control.
  • Operated Utility systems such as High-Pressure Steam Boilers, Reverse Osmosis Systems, Air Compressors, Cooling Towers, Chillers, Off Gas Systems and Fire Water Pump House.
  • Performed monthly standby Diesel generator run test.
  • Troubleshot equipment / chemical pumps to identify deficiencies and Assisting Maintenance with equipment maintenance, calibrations and work orders for preventative maintenance.
  • Participated in the Observational Government Demonstrations to ensure the Plant and employees are well equipped for the Plant Operations.
  • Worked under OHSA compliance for project safety and comply with all safety within State and Federal Regulations.
  • Performed daily and weekly RCRA inspections to ensure operations.
  • Performed Lockout/Tagout to ensure safe operations. Began and completed each shift with a compliant and efficient turnover to the next shift.
  • Operated the Hurricane 500 Vacuum System for removal and adding Carbon.
  • Worked as a Lead Operator in the absence of supervisors.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Escorted all vendors and diesel fuel tankers.

ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN

URS Corp
Pueblo, CO
03.2014 - 01.2015
  • Processed Munitions in the Enhanced Reconfiguration Building while practicing surety in all procedures.
  • Completed daily inspections of area operations and record daily activities, logs and detailed information as work is performed compliantly.
  • Referenced diagrams, drawings and SOP's to comprehend accurate results.
  • Performed efficient 3 way communication with the Control Room.
  • Complied with all operating procedures and Conduct of Operations in job duties. Able to read and follow procedures accordingly.
  • Transported Munitions with Forklift, Lift Assist and Pallet Jack equipment.

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Prestige Financial Services
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2005 - 03.2014
  • Managed an account portfolio of Sub-Prime Auto Loans and minimized company losses with consistent performance results.
  • Contacted customers daily to resolve monthly past due balances while maintaining professionalism and compliance in a high stress work environment.
  • Trained and Developed new hires on procedures and working within compliance of the FDCPA and various State Laws.
  • Protected the Legal, Financial and Moral wellbeing of the company.

Education

University Of Utah - Attended 1999-2001
Salt Lake City, UT

High School Diploma -

West Wendover High School
West Wendover, NV
1999

Skills

  • Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, Maximo, ADP and Deltek Timekeeping
  • Info Works
  • Forms Plus
  • Knowledge in Plant Operations and Terminology
  • Personal Accountability and Respect for Core Values
  • CPR, First Aide, NDA, and AED Certified
  • Certified Commissioning Test Engineer
  • Certified for National Escort Duties of uncertified personnel
  • Certified in forklift, telehandler, scissor, and boom lift operations
  • Certified in ERT (Emergency Response Team), Hazmat Rescue, Rope Rescue and Ambulance Driver
  • Qualified as a Permit Requester (PR)
  • Qualified Authorize Tagging Authority (ATA)
  • Qualified Field Work Supervisor (FDS)
  • Qualified Radiological Worker 1
  • HAZWOPER 1: First Responder Operations Level
  • HAZWOPER 2: Hazardous Material Technician
  • Safety protocols and Efficiency, maintaining fitness for duty

Timeline

Operations Specialist IV - LOTO

Amentum
02.2025 - Current

SENIOR COMMISSIONING TEST ENGINEER II

Amentum
10.2023 - 02.2025

CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR

Amentum
11.2021 - 10.2023

UTILITY LEAD PLANT OPERATOR

Amentum
01.2015 - 11.2021

ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN

URS Corp
03.2014 - 01.2015

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Prestige Financial Services
11.2005 - 03.2014

University Of Utah - Attended 1999-2001

High School Diploma -

West Wendover High School

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