Rhonda Samuels
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Reliable Refinery Operator bringing 19 years of Production experience. Focused on productivity and quality control objectives. In-depth knowledge of Refinery operation, maintaining equipment, meeting quality standards and maintaining efficient production schedule. Reliable and strong work ethic. Motivated Operator with expertise in Crude distillation and utility units. Familiar with associated hand and power tools as well as equipment operation, maintenance and calibration. Offering 25 years of related maintenance experience, more than 10 years of control board experience with GUS and DCS systems. Trained in safe equipment operation and diligent in following OSHA standards. Detail-oriented, driven and competent operator with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Easily adept at learning new roles quickly and adapting to changing demands. Trains and mentors new team members on production operations, equipment care and tool use. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.
Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of production equipment, controls and troubleshooting . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the industry.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator 4 Control Board Operator
REG/Chevron
06.2022 - Current
- Reported equipment problems, checked on repairs, and made emergency repairs to equipment as necessary.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Qualified in operations of Renewable Diesel units.
- Working on project team on construction, permitting, procedures and commissioning new equipment safely and providing training as needed.
Nuclear Auxiliary Operator
Entergy
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided support to operators during shutdown and turnaround operations.
- Trained for Auxiliary operator learning nuclear hazards, safety, procedures, rounds, reports, work orders, operations of auxiliary equipment, sampling and LOTO.
Refinery Operator in Utilities
Shell Oil
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Completed basic maintenance and repairs on pumping equipment and controls.
- Observed production operations and maintenance crews to identify safety hazards and address problems to maintain safety for all personnel.
- Document changes, levels and test results/information in daily logs to uphold company standards and meet regulatory recordkeeping requirements.
- Used pumps, control valves and tanks to unload and move chemicals for raw water treatment.
- Tracked inspection results and submitted reports outlining data and highlighting deviations.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth operations.
- Completed thorough measurements and maintained levels in the process.
- Took samples of water, processed samples, and adjusted unit as needed to stay on test.
- Collaborated with other operators to synchronize product flow from the river to the boilers and control the flow and purity within the process.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
- Maintained well-calibrated systems to keep instruments accurate.
- Inspected parts every round to assess quality and conformance with specifications.
- Used automated measuring equipment and hand-held devices to evaluate production.
- Worked closely with the control board operators to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently ru the units.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Refinery Operator on Crude Unit
Motiva Enterprises/Shell Oil
04.2005 - 03.2017
- Used automated measuring equipment and hand-held devices to evaluate and control production.
- Maintained equipment to keep unit stable and on test.
- Collaborated with other operators to synchronize product flow from the crude tanks to the finished products. As a control board and as an outside operator.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address unit issues.
- Control board operator monitoring unit, maintaining stability, staying on test and proactively making moves to optimize the units.
- Tracked inspection results and submitted reports outlining data and highlighting any issues.
- Used Pumps, Control valves, exchangers, heaters, splitters, distillation columns, fin fans/coolers and steam turbines to process raw crude into feedstocks for downstream units and final products to storage.
- Performed daily evaluations of the unit by measuring tank and tower levels, checking flow lines and documenting results.
- Completed basic maintenance and repairs on pumping equipment, valves and lines.
- Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
- Documented levels and process information in daily logs to uphold company standards and maintain unit specifications.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth unit operations.
- Checked pipelines, connections and valves every round, lubricating equipment and checking for leaks.
- Observed production operations, maintenance personnel to identify safety hazards and address problems to maintain safety for all personnel.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
- Monitored the board to assess quality and conformance within specifications.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed thorough rounds and reported any issues.
Refinery Operator
Equillon/Shell Oil
06.2002 - 04.2005
- Used automated measuring equipment and hand-held devices to evaluate production.
- Observed production operations, identified safety hazards and addressed problems to maintain safety for all personnel.
- Inspected parts every Timeframe to assess quality and conformance with specifications.
- Maintained well-calibrated systems to keep inspections accurate.
- Performed daily evaluations of wells by measuring tank levels, checking flow lines and documenting pressures.
- Checked pipelines, connections and valves every Timeframe, lubricating connections and replacing worn parts.
- Completed basic maintenance and repairs on pumping equipment and lines.
- Used Type, Type and Type equipment to unload, move and load raw materials and parts.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
- Collaborated with other operators to synchronize product flow from pumphouses and control contamination.
- Tracked inspection results and submitted reports outlining data and highlighting deviations.
- Took samples of products for further analysis and standardized testing.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Documented Type and Type information in daily logs to uphold company standards and meet regulatory recordkeeping requirements.
- Completed thorough measurements and sorted out defective parts.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
- Handled day-to-day running of project or department or task, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Automotive Technician
Haddad Dodge
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledgebase.
- Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical, engine, transmission, interior trim and other systems for various automotive brands.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of workspace.
- Communicated issues to supervisor and helped develop solutions.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed safety inspections.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires.
- Worked on Cars, Trucks and Sport utility vehicles to repair engines, transmissions and electrical systems.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules according to OEM.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and made needed repairs.
Education
N/A - Computer Science And Automotive Technologies
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAYes - College Prep And Computer Science
Foothill High
Bakersfield, Ca06.1992
Skills
- Great Reporting skills
- Skilled Equipment inspection
- Leak checks on various equipment
- Equipment operations of units, forklift, manlifts and hoists
- Excellent work ethic
- Computer skills Office, SAP, Bluebeam, Honeywell DCS
- Troubleshooting controls/equipment issues from Control board or outside
- Written Communication
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Planning and Coordination on several projects
- Maintenance & Repair
- Training & Development
- Great verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Cultural awareness
- Quick learner, adaptable
- Safety is number one
- No issues working rotating shifts or holidays
Timeline
Operator 4 Control Board Operator
REG/Chevron
06.2022 - Current
Nuclear Auxiliary Operator
Entergy
02.2022 - 06.2022
Refinery Operator in Utilities
Shell Oil
03.2017 - 07.2021
Refinery Operator on Crude Unit
Motiva Enterprises/Shell Oil
04.2005 - 03.2017
Refinery Operator
Equillon/Shell Oil
06.2002 - 04.2005
Automotive Technician
Haddad Dodge
08.1998 - 06.2002
N/A - Computer Science And Automotive Technologies
Bakersfield College
Yes - College Prep And Computer Science
Foothill High