STEVEN PADILLA
Victoria
Summary
Hydroblasting and vacuum truck operations specialist with a focus on safety and efficiency. Trains new operators and implements effective strategies that enhance team performance while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Driver / Hydroblasting Operator
Amerapex Services Group LLC
Port lavaca
12.2024 - Current
- Operated chemical processing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained detailed records of production activities and chemical usage to ensure compliance and operational transparency.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation and safety procedures, enhancing team competency and safety awareness.
- Responded to emergency situations by following established protocols promptly.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous chemicals.
- Operated and monitored chemical plant systems to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency of operations.
- Ensured all chemicals were added according to operating procedures and in the correct sequence.
- Delivered technical support for troubleshooting mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity.
- Developed strategies for improving operational efficiencies in the chemical plant.
Vacuum Truck Operator
HPC . Clean Harbors
Port Lavaca
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Operated vacuum truck to collect liquids, high solids, and sludge from various sites.
- Executed industrial tank cleaning and facility shutdowns efficiently.
- Coordinated disposal of hazardous materials while ensuring compliance with environmental guidelines.
- Trained new operators on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with clients to coordinate service schedules and needs.
- Recorded service activities and maintained precise operational records to support safety and regulatory standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations governing the securement, loading and unloading, inspection, testing and documentation requirements for hauling hazardous materials.
- Performed emergency response duties in the event of an accidental release of hazardous material.
- Managed trench clean-up leading to separator pits and drains.
- Collaborated on sump operations for underground waste tanks and pits, streamlining processes to enhance task efficiency.
- Utilized diverse vehicles including vacuum trucks, air movers, and guzzlers based on operational needs.
Vacuum Truck Operator
Hydrochem psc
Port Lavaca
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Cleared trenches to ensure proper drainage for separators, pits, and drains.
- Operated vacuum truck to pick up liquids, high solids and sludge from different locations.
- Serviced sumps and underground waste tanks to support safe facility operations.
- Executed industrial tank cleaning, utility work, and facility shutdowns to maintain operational integrity.
- Operated different vehicles based on assignments, including vacuum trucks, air movers and guzzlers.
Pump Down Operator
Pro Petro Services
Midland
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Activated pumps and valves to regulate flow of gases and liquids, ensuring system efficiency.
- Troubleshot system and process issues, identified and implemented effective solutions.
- Performed inspections and maintenance on pump machinery.
- Cleaned, lubricated and repaired equipment regularly to maintain performance and safety.
- Recorded operational data, detailing times, products, quantities pumped, and outcomes.
- Communicated with other workers via radio and telephone in order to confirm when to start and stop flows.
Frac Equipment Operator
Pioneer Natural Resources
Midland
04.2013 - 12.2018
- Operated high-pressure pumps, iron trucks and cranes safely at every job site.
- Inspected high-pressure pump equipment regularly and troubleshot issues to sustain optimal performance.
- Assembled and prepared on-site equipment to complete each fracking job at sites.
- Rigged up blending, hydration and chemical equipment and rigged down again at completion of each job.
- Exercised health and safety procedures to protect team members from on-site hazards such as critical equipment failures.
- Coordinated on-site cleanup to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
- Followed correct procedures to close and seal wells no longer in use.
- Analyzed complex well problems and identified solutions to restore wells to serviceability.
Vacuum Truck Operator
Key Energy Services
Victoria
06.2011 - 04.2013
- Coordinated fresh water, produced water, and brine water hauling operations, ensuring timely delivery for customer needs.
- Operated vacuum truck to efficiently collect liquids, high solids, and sludge from various sites, maintaining safety and compliance.
- Operated various vehicles based on specific job assignments to meet operational needs.
- Maintained accurate daily logs, expense reports, and vehicle inspection documentation for compliance with manufacturer standards.
- Documented mileage and maintenance needs in vehicle inspection logs.
- Communicated with dispatch personnel to exchange route information and deliver updates.
- Observed all DOT rules, traffic laws and weigh-station requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Memorial High
Victoria, TXSkills
- Hazardous materials transport
- Pump operation
- Chemical handling
- Safety procedures
- Safety compliance
- TWIC Card
- Documentation compliance
- Activity logging
- Production tracking
- Schedule management
- Problem resolution
- Problem solving
- Safety training
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Document management
- Motivation
Timeline
CDL Driver / Hydroblasting Operator
Amerapex Services Group LLC
12.2024 - Current
Vacuum Truck Operator
HPC . Clean Harbors
01.2022 - 11.2024
Vacuum Truck Operator
Hydrochem psc
04.2021 - 01.2022
Pump Down Operator
Pro Petro Services
01.2019 - 04.2021
Frac Equipment Operator
Pioneer Natural Resources
04.2013 - 12.2018
Vacuum Truck Operator
Key Energy Services
06.2011 - 04.2013
High School Diploma -
Memorial High