Scott Peterson
Millsboro,DE
Summary
Certified Power Plant Operator with 20 years experience operating and maintaining power generation equipment. Familiarity with safety protocols, troubleshooting procedures, and plant operations in both routine and emergency situations. Demonstrated skills include regulatory compliance, technical analysis, and teamwork. Past roles have resulted in improved operational efficiency and adherence to industry standards for power production. Monitor and make adjustments to our AQCS emissions control which consist of the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system and Circulating Dry Scrubber (CDS) system through the DCS.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Operator/On Shift Relief Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
Millsboro, DE
08.2024 - Current
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and job responsibilities.
- Assisted in the development of Standard Operating Procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and production output.
- Resolved issues related to production processes or personnel conflicts promptly.
- Practiced safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
- Received and processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Reviewed and approved work orders for accuracy and completeness.
- Created and maintained detailed records of all incoming and completed work orders.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Control Room Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
Millsboro, DE
02.2018 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate records of data related to production processes and ensured quality control standards were met.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures, reporting any violations or potential hazards immediately.
- Assisted in developing new processes for improved efficiency and productivity.
- Responded quickly to alarms and system failures, taking appropriate action to resolve them promptly.
- Communicated effectively with other team members regarding changes or updates related to production operations.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred by monitoring trends in performance data.
- Trained new personnel on proper operation of control room systems.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize workplace hazards and protect fellow workers from harm.
- Recorded data available through use of recording charts, annunciator systems and other monitoring devices in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Monitored and adjusted emissions control equipment to meet federal and state regulations.
- Updated computer data logs and prepared reports to inform next shift about notable needs and incidents.
- Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.
- Adjusted controls to generate electrical power or regulate flow of power between generating stations and substations.
- Monitored and operated the Distributed Control System board to ensure safe, efficient operation of plant equipment.
- Troubleshot, diagnosed, and resolved technical issues related to the DCS system.
- Assisted in training new operators on proper use of the DCS board.
Plant Equipment Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
Millsboro, DE
02.2012 - 02.2018
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machinery including checking fluid levels, changing filters and lubricating parts.
- Performed daily pre-start inspections of equipment prior to use.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects following safety protocols.
- Provided guidance to less experienced operators regarding proper operation techniques.
- Monitored operating power plant equipment and readouts to identify problems and pursue corrective action.
- Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors to support rapid issue resolution.
- Inspected equipment on daily basis and made monitoring adjustments to maintain system integrity and peak operations.
- Recorded and compiled operational data by completing and maintaining forms, logs or reports.
- Opened and closed valves and switches in sequence to start or shut down auxiliary units.
- Maintained plant cleanliness and completed general housekeeping tasks to keep operations audit-ready.
- Updated computer data logs and prepared reports to inform next shift about notable needs and incidents.
Fuel Handler
NRG Energy, Inc.
Millsboro, DE
10.2007 - 02.2012
- Maintained records of fuel inventory levels and usage.
- Loaded and unloaded fuel products into vehicles, equipment, or containers according to safety regulations.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free of debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations related to spills or other environmental hazards.
- Operated trains in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all relevant rules and regulations.
- Operated signals and switches for track changes and route alignments.
- Ensured compliance with all railway safety regulations and standards.
Maintenance Helper
NRG Energy, Inc.
Millboro, DE
07.2005 - 10.2007
- Assisted maintenance personnel with repairs, replacements, and installations of various machines.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and emptying trash receptacles.
- Completed daily checklists of assigned tasks to ensure all duties were met accordingly.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy items around the facility.
- Held or supplied tools, parts and supplies for other workers.
Spinning Machine Operator
Invista
Seaford, DE
07.2003 - 07.2005
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wor-Wic Community College
Salisbury, MDSome College (No Degree) - Wastewater Classes
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Georgetown, DESkills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety Compliance
- Troubleshooting abilities
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Team Player
- Equipment Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Plant Safety
- Effective Communication
- Coal processing equipment
- Incident Reporting
- Radio Communications
- High-pressure turbines
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Power generation
- Regulatory Requirements
- Control room operations
Certification
Wastewater 1 license
Forklift license
Respirator certification
Control Room Upgrade
Was sent to Pennsylvania for 3 days to be in charge for our control room upgrade that NRG did in 2023 and was also sent to Texas for 3 days to help with a new safety class that was being implemented at all NRG plants.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Operator/On Shift Relief Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
08.2024 - Current
Control Room Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
02.2018 - 08.2024
Plant Equipment Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
02.2012 - 02.2018
Fuel Handler
NRG Energy, Inc.
10.2007 - 02.2012
Maintenance Helper
NRG Energy, Inc.
07.2005 - 10.2007
Spinning Machine Operator
Invista
07.2003 - 07.2005
Wastewater 1 license
Forklift license
Respirator certification
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wor-Wic Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Wastewater Classes
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
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