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Ryan Helms

Summary

Skilled Plant Operator and Nuclear Machinist Mate with a proven track record at Onward Energy and the US Navy, adept in system monitoring and quality assurance. Excelled in optimizing equipment safety and performance, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Demonstrated leadership in environmental safety, enhancing operational efficiencies by over 30%. Renowned for meticulous equipment inspection and effective problem-solving abilities. Experienced operator and technical expert offering background in utility plant operation with emphasis on boiler and refrigeration equipment. Over nine years working within power generation and large manufacturing facilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Plant Operator

Onward Energy
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
  • Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
  • Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
  • Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.

Nuclear Machinist Mate

US Navy
06.2016 - 09.2023
  • Removed, lubricated, and adjusted Hydraulic, pneumatic, pumps, valves, and heat exchanger equipment parts.
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation.
  • Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
  • Followed nuclear equipment operational policies and procedures to promote environmental safety.
  • Conducted thorough inspections and operations outside of control rooms to quickly identify and address concerns.
  • Monitored personnel activities, stay times and specific tasks to calculate and document overall radiation exposure.
  • Generated detailed troubleshooting guides and repair procedures and managed ongoing safety and operational improvements by writing and implementing emergency procedures for plant-wide use.
  • Monitored nuclear reactor equipment performance to identify operational inefficiencies, hazards or needs for maintenance or repair.
  • Noted malfunctions of equipment, instruments and controls and reported conditions to supervisors to promote immediate resolutions.
  • Started, stopped, adjusted, tested and operated pumps, valves, switchgears and system controls to keep operations within tight tolerances.

Education

High School Diploma -

Frank W. Cox High School
Virginia Beach, VA
06-2016

Skills

  • System monitoring
  • Inventory Recordkeeping
  • PSI management
  • Sample collecting
  • OSHA regulatory knowledge
  • Water purification systems
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Adjusting chemical levels
  • Analyzing water quality
  • Valve rebuilding
  • Parts Replacement
  • Quality Assurance

Accomplishments

Qualified Quality Assurance Supervisor for US Navy

Assistant Quality Assurance Officer for ship wide first time quality and training

qualified Nuclear Instructor for aspiring nuclear operators

Controlled Materials Petty Officer for receipt, documentation, inspection, storage, issuing for use high value and certified materials into major nuclear system components for first time quality in a timely manner


Timeline

Plant Operator

Onward Energy
03.2024 - 10.2024

Nuclear Machinist Mate

US Navy
06.2016 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Frank W. Cox High School

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