Richard Murray
Waskom,TX
Summary
I have 18 years experience at the Waskom gas processing plant, where I have operated amine and glycol systems, three Cryo plants simultaneously, centrifugal, and reciprocating gas compressors on both the inlet and residue of Cryo plants as well as a Frac train consisting of a Deethanized, Depropanizer, Debutanizer and a Deisobutanizer.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Level A Operator
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
Waskom, TX
06.2006 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Maintained records relating to product output numbers, downtime reports.
- Maintained operator procedures.
- Trained entry level operators.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
I&E Technician
City of Shreveport water department
Shreveport, Louisiana
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Maintained existing hardware and software components of distributed control systems such as Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Investigated root cause analysis for instrument failure incidents reported by plant personnel.
- Tested newly installed instrumentation systems to ensure proper performance before start up operations began.
- Installed new equipment for process control systems such as valves, actuators, transmitters, switches and positioners.
- Performed maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of various process control instruments including pressure transmitters, temperature controllers, flow meters, and level indicators.
- Followed established safety protocols when working with hazardous materials.
- Provided technical support to plant personnel regarding instrumentation related problems and questions.
- Participated in design review meetings with customers to discuss project scope and objectives.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks on various types of measuring instruments such as thermocouples, RTDs, pressure gauges.
- Tested energized and de-energized circuits, following test procedures and assisted in specialized test procedures.
- Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Repaired electrical equipment using hand and power tools and testing and diagnostic equipment.
- Tested and repaired electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical systems and equipment to ensure efficient operation.
88M Motor Transport Operator
Louisiana National Guard
Minden, Louisiana
08.2000 - 03.2004
- Served in Iraq and Kuwait from April 2003 to March 2004.
- Operated heavy and light wheeled vehicles in a variety of terrains.
- Performed minor repairs on vehicles, such as changing tires or oil filters.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations on the road.
- Maintained strict adherence to Army regulations governing truck operations.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Aviation Ordnanceman
United States Marine Corps
San Diego, California
07.1996 - 07.2000
- Tested firing mechanisms before ordnance was installed on an aircraft.
- Participated in preflight inspections to ensure that all weapon systems were operational.
- Performed safety checks on all aviation-related equipment prior to use or operation.
- Ensured that all safety precautions were followed when working with explosive devices.
- Conducted routine maintenance on aircraft weapons systems such as loading, unloading, testing, inspecting, and arming and disarming munitions.
- Installed pylons and racks used for carrying external stores on military aircrafts.
- Operated ground support equipment such as tow tractors, cranes, hoists, tugs and forklifts.
- Serviced bombs, missiles and rockets and launched test devices.
Education
Associate of Science - Industrial Control Systems
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA05-2002
High School Diploma -
Lansdowne High School
Baltimore, MD05-1996
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Troubleshooting
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
Timeline
Level A Operator
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
06.2006 - Current
I&E Technician
City of Shreveport water department
09.2002 - 06.2006
88M Motor Transport Operator
Louisiana National Guard
08.2000 - 03.2004
Aviation Ordnanceman
United States Marine Corps
07.1996 - 07.2000
Associate of Science - Industrial Control Systems
Bossier Parish Community College
High School Diploma -
Lansdowne High School