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Work History
Education
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Robert Tackett

Lake Ronkonkoma

Summary

Detail-oriented Control Room Operator with expertise in alarm response, regulatory compliance, and operational documentation. Committed to maintaining plant safety protocols while enhancing team coordination and efficiency.

Work History

Control Room Operator

Ravenswood Generating Station
Long Island City
01.2022 - Current
  • Responded to alarms and initiated corrective actions promptly.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment and systems.
  • Documented operational logs and maintenance records accurately.
  • Successfully and efficiently startup and operate two 350 megawatt steam powered generators
  • Coordinate with SO/TO/DO to follow base points, adjust voltage, complete DMNC tests, max lag max lead VARS, open/close and tie or break feeders for generating voltage or station light and power transformers

Field Operater

Ravenswood Generating Station
Long Island City
12.2019 - Current
  • Operated and maintained plant equipment to ensure efficient energy production.
  • Conducted routine inspections of machinery and reported maintenance needs promptly.
  • Coordinated with control room staff to manage equipment start-up and shutdown procedures.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
  • Documented operational data for compliance with regulatory standards and internal audits.
  • Implemented best practices for equipment operation to enhance overall plant efficiency.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during each shift.
  • Operated and maintained heavy equipment to ensure efficient operations onsite.
  • Follow all LOTO requirements, apply and remove equipment hold-offs

Maintenance Electrician

Ravenswood Generating Station
Long Island City
11.2012 - Current
  • Upgraded lighting systems to improve energy efficiency across the facility.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all electrical systems to ensure proper operation.
  • Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, contactors and timers.
  • Inspected and tested circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical components.
  • Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
  • Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.

Electrician

Popkin Electric
Hicksville
08.2004 - 11.2012
  • Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized testing tools and equipment.
  • Provided guidance to junior electricians during installations and repairs.
  • Implemented safety procedures to minimize workplace hazards while working on-site.
  • Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
  • Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment and wiring.
  • Collaborated with contractors to ensure project timelines were met.

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

USAF
03.1997 - 03.2001
  • Maintained and inspected aircraft armament systems for operational readiness.
  • Conducted troubleshooting on weapon systems to identify and resolve issues.
  • Assisted in the installation of munitions on both F-16 and A-10 aircraft

Education

Electrical

BOCES
Dix Hills
06-2004

High School Diploma -

Copiague High School
Copiague, NY
06-1996

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Salary Range

$155000/yr - $200000/yr

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Alarm response
  • Systems inspection
  • Operational documentation
  • Voltage regulation
  • Plant safety protocols
  • Data compliance management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Team coordination
  • Training and development
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Situational awareness
  • Emergency response
  • Alarm management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Radio communications
  • Incident reporting
  • System monitoring
  • Industrial safety
  • High-pressure turbines
  • Professionalism
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Forklift operation
  • Active listening
  • Electrical System Understanding
  • Water Chemistry Control
  • Power generation
  • Control room operation
  • Power Plant Technology
  • Boiler operation

Timeline

Control Room Operator

Ravenswood Generating Station
01.2022 - Current

Field Operater

Ravenswood Generating Station
12.2019 - Current

Maintenance Electrician

Ravenswood Generating Station
11.2012 - Current

Electrician

Popkin Electric
08.2004 - 11.2012

Aircraft Armament Systems Specialist

USAF
03.1997 - 03.2001

Electrical

BOCES

High School Diploma -

Copiague High School
Robert Tackett