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Simon Ruiz

Port Lavaca,TX

Summary

Focused plant operations leader committed to company core values, driving results and exceeding expectations. Looking for what best for team and company.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Operator/Shift Leader

Veolia
07.2022 - Current
  • Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
  • Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
  • Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff and inspected equipment.
  • Followed established procedures for inspection of belts, drives and motors, performing needed maintenance.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
  • Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.

Field Service Technician

A&B Talent
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance and test tasks.
  • Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
  • Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff and inspected equipment.
  • Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.

Process Technician

Calhoun Chemical
07.2017 - 11.2021
  • Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for process operations.
  • Prevented personnel injuries during plant maintenance by practicing diligent lockout-tagout processes.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Completed work according to schedule and helped struggling team members.
  • Received and processed both written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders.
  • Monitored daily operations and made adjustments to production line where necessary.
  • Identified areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings and made recommendations to shift lead.
  • Administered processes, resolved issues and recommended improvements for all structure methods.
  • Prevented equipment fires and alerted plant personnel regarding hazards.
  • Performed housekeeping functions to maintain compliant, audit-ready operations.

Operator

Invista
04.2014 - 11.2016
  • Maintained adequate water storage tank levels and pressures to meet water demand.
  • Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Implemented process changes.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Directly supervised all truck rack and assist loaders.
  • Procured materials and supplies to complete daily tasks.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • 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.
  • Loaded and unloaded treatment plant chemicals.
  • Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
  • Executed field service work with little to no supervision, including water main and hydrant repairs, valve maintenance and water meter change-outs.
  • Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
  • Evaluated procedures and results for accuracy and to determine appropriate next steps.
  • Developed deep understanding of regulatory requirements concerning quality, reporting standards, emergency notifications, permit renewals and inspections.

Liftstation Tech

City of Port Lavaca
08.2011 - 12.2013
  • Operated a modern 30 MGD and a 24 MGD surface water treatment plant.
  • Maintained adequate water storage tank levels and pressures to meet water demand.
  • Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
  • Retained tank levels and flow rates to meet water demand.
  • Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
  • Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
  • Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
  • Implemented process changes.
  • Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
  • Procured materials and supplies to complete daily tasks.
  • Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
  • Executed field service work with little to no supervision, including water main and hydrant repairs, valve maintenance and water meter change-outs.
  • Developed deep understanding of regulatory requirements concerning quality, reporting standards, emergency notifications, permit renewals and inspections.

Utility Maintenace

City of Edna
08.2010 - 08.2011
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Assembled and installed a variety of valves and fittings.
  • Secured pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers.
  • Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
  • Repaired steam, drainage and sewer lines.

Route Driver

Snak Tyme Vending
05.2008 - 04.2010
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  • Verified each delivery against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing the best and most efficient routes.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks.
  • Verified that vehicle inspection stickers and registrations were current.
  • Recorded each delivery using the proper paperwork before leaving the warehouse.
  • Operated heavy material handing equipment such as fork trucks and cranes.
  • Completed all necessary paperwork using neat and legible handwriting.

Military enlisted

United States Navy
05.2001 - 05.2007
  • Drafted military and nonmilitary correspondence.
  • Supervised th creation and validation of anti-terrorism plans on all ships.
  • Sorted and routed incoming correspondence and messages.
  • Trained in the use of tear gas and explosives.
  • Employed, fired and recovered anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
  • Operated and maintained communications equipment.
  • Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
  • Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use.
  • Supervised improvisatory construction projects.
  • Documented and processed classified materials.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Planned and briefed personnel on missions.

Maintenace Lead/Operator

Veolia
07.2022 - Current
  • Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
  • Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance.
  • Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
  • Performed safety checks on machines and production equipment.
  • Established strong working relationships with colleagues from different departments to facilitate collaboration and information sharing across functional areas.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for process enhancements that resulted in measurable gains in performance metrics.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology

Victoria College
Victoria, TX
2014

Skills

  • OSHA regulatory knowledge
  • Water treatment operations
  • DCS systems (Delta V and Wonderware)
  • Critical thinking
  • Weapons training
  • Fire warden
  • Team leader
  • Trained in counterterrorism strategies
  • OSHA regulatory knowledge
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination
  • Strong leader
  • Process improvements
  • Safety-oriented
  • Disaster preparedness
  • First Aid certified
  • Secret Security Clearance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quick learner
  • Quality assurance

Timeline

Board Operator/Shift Leader

Veolia
07.2022 - Current

Maintenace Lead/Operator

Veolia
07.2022 - Current

Field Service Technician

A&B Talent
11.2021 - 07.2022

Process Technician

Calhoun Chemical
07.2017 - 11.2021

Operator

Invista
04.2014 - 11.2016

Liftstation Tech

City of Port Lavaca
08.2011 - 12.2013

Utility Maintenace

City of Edna
08.2010 - 08.2011

Route Driver

Snak Tyme Vending
05.2008 - 04.2010

Military enlisted

United States Navy
05.2001 - 05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology

Victoria College

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