Paul Pardo
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Experienced instrumentation and analyzer technician with a strong background in troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of complex systems. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor technicians, and coordinate contractor activities. Committed to safety, ISO compliance, and reliability improvement. Seeking to leverage technical expertise and leadership experience to pursue an Analyzer Supervisor position and drive team performance and operational excellence.
Leadership & Safety Roles
- Team Lead – Fire Brigade; Licensed State First Responder (EMR); active member of Rescue and Hazmat teams.
- Member of Safety Sphere Audit Team, contributing to workplace safety audits and improvements.
- 2021 Petro 2 Unit Turnaround Coordinator (Nights) – Oversaw compressor vibration monitoring insulation.
- 2025 Petro 1 Unit Turnaround Coordinator – Calibrations and proof tests.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician- Analyzers
Westlake Chemical
06.2018 - Current
- Supervised and executed troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of all analyzers and instrumentation to ensure optimal performance.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules based on equipment usage and manufacturer recommendations, improving reliability and reducing downtime.
- Administered calibration skills assessments for Westlake employees and contract new hires, ensuring workforce competency.
- Documented all calibration activities in compliance with ISO and company standards.
- Mentored junior technicians in troubleshooting techniques and best practices for analyzer and instrumentation maintenance.
- Participated in ISO meetings to support quality and compliance initiatives.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues and maintain analyzer accuracy.
Leadership & Safety Roles
- Team Lead – Fire Brigade; Licensed State First Responder (EMR); active member of Rescue and Hazmat teams.
Member of Safety Sphere Audit Team, contributing to workplace safety audits and improvements.
Turnaround Coordination
- 2021 Petro 2 Unit Turnaround Coordinator (Nights) – Oversaw compressor vibration monitoring and troubleshooting.
- 2025 Petro 1 Unit Turnaround Coordinator – Managed calibrations and proof tests during major maintenance events.
I&E Technican
Praxair Inc. H2 plant
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Prepares and maintains documentation such as EAM/DocRx work orders, service reports, and equipment calibration records as required by Praxair's I/E CMMS maintenance database system.
- Troubleshoots, calibrates, and maintains pneumatic and electronic analog/digital process control instrumentation.
Troubleshoots and repairs Predictive Program instrumentation, documenting repair history in CMMS and site-specific systems. - Utilizes control logic drawings to diagnose and resolve process control issues.
- Performs troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor repairs on low-voltage electrical systems (600VAC and below).
- Calibrates and maintains process analytical equipment, including:
Teledyne Thermal Conductivity analyzers
Emerson Gas Chromatograph models 700 and 1500xa
CEMS systems
Siemens CO/CH₄ Ultramat 23 and CO Ultramat 6 analyzers
Servomax Combustion Gas analyzers
Sulfur on-line analyzers
pH and Conductivity instruments
- Schedules and performs activities related to electrical/electronic control systems, pneumatics, instrumentation, control valves, motor control systems, low-voltage electrical distribution, computer interfaces, and analytical equipment.
- Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs automatic control valves.
- Ensures spare parts availability and manages replacements when used or installed.
- Maintains a high degree of personal safety and environmental awareness at all times.
- Instructs contract personnel on safety rules and regulations, maintaining constant surveillance to ensure compliance.
Stationary Engineer
Christus St. Patrick Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Monitor, maintain, and repair plant operations equipment across the facility to ensure optimal performance.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
- Perform minor electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs within assigned areas.
- Safely operate a variety of electrical and mechanical hand tools for maintenance tasks.
- Utilize computerized building management systems, preventive/predictive maintenance software, and data-gathering systems for efficient operations.
- Inspect and test machinery and equipment through visual and audio checks during walk-throughs and routine monitoring to confirm safe and proper functionality.
- Monitor fire prevention equipment to ensure compliance and operational safety.
- Oversee water storage and distribution systems, including high-pressure zones, wood and steel tanks, pumps, and relief valves; collect and analyze water samples for safety and accuracy.
- Conduct water quality tests for alkalinity, pH, conductivity, hardness, and sulfite levels to maintain compliance and system integrity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation Technology -
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA12.2013
Technical Diploma in Industrial Electrician -
12.2013
Skills
- NCCER Instrument Technician knowledge verified certification
- Siemens Maxum Operations with GCP level 1 and 2 Training courses
- Fisher Valve tech 1 Training course
- Agilent 8890 Maintenance and Troubleshoot training coure
- Fundamental of Turnaround Management Training
- AMS, SAP, Excel, and MC office
Timeline
Maintenance Technician- Analyzers
Westlake Chemical
06.2018 - Current
I&E Technican
Praxair Inc. H2 plant
08.2014 - 06.2018
Stationary Engineer
Christus St. Patrick Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation Technology -
Sowela Technical Community College