Susie Tyson
TX
Summary
Results driven and safety focused with over 10 years of industrial experience. Including refinery maintenance, boilermaking, structure welding, mechanical installation in shut downs and on new construction. Recognized for hands-on leadership when pushing a crew, accountability, maintaining high-performance and zero incident work in demanding conditions. Proactive risk mitigation, emergency response and safety operations with strong communication, critical thinking, continuous education and a solid background in heavy industrial environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class C Surface Water Operator
Graphic Packaging International
Texarkana, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Operate and maintain surface water treatment processes in compliance with state and federal drinking water regulations.
- Monitor treatment systems from lab and make real-time process control decisions.
- Adapted quickly to operational changes while following established procedures and guidelines.
- Trend and monitor raw water intake, clarifiers, sand filters, clearwell, granulated carbon filters, turbidimeters, and associated pumps and equipment.
- Collect samples and perform chemical testing including residual chlorine, PH, temperature, color, flocculent levels in clarifier, and chemical dosages.
- Inspect valves, pumps, gauges at scheduled intervals.
- maintain accurate records and enter operational data into logs and computer systems
- Communicate water quality and treatment updates with supervisors, technitions, and maintenance teams.
Millwright
Trillium Construction
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
- Assisted in coordinating and also performed work installing structure steel, fencing, conveyors, pop up elevators, motors and belts on new construction projects.
- Demolished old equipment and prepared areas for new installations.
- Shot grade and modified plates and equipment to ensure proper fit and functionality.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and material preparation skills.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Collaborated with engineering to design modifications for machinery, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
- Lead safety team on certain jobsites, conducted routine safety inspections and hazard assessments, and implemented corrective actions.
- Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
Ironworker/Boilermaker/Mechanical
The Industrial Company, TIC
06.2020 - 10.2021
- New construction; organized lay down yard and labeled structure steel and equipment in sequence.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for buildings and other structures.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or bull pins for aligning bolt holes during assembly processes.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
- Maintained clean and organized worksite, minimizing potential hazards and promoting safe working environment.
- Operated welding equipment to join steel components securely and accurately.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- connected large and small mechanical systems including Yankee hood and dryer systems.
- Installed and modified aluminum fencing for pipe and hose routing
- Installed duct work and expansion joints.
Boilermaker/ Structure Welder/
Tuner Industries
01.2016 - 2021
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- welded patches in ductwork, heaters, penthouse and nose arcs of boiler.
- Removed and replaced heat exchanger and fin fan components in refineries.
- Installed pipe, valves and flanges.
- Worked under fresh air systems wearing chemical suits, flash suits and all standard PPE.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Repaired economizers and steam drums
Hydro Tester/ Structure Welder/New Construction
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Installed piping, valves, plugs, spools via bolt up.
- Built pipe supports and performed pipe fitting.
- Performed high pressure hydro tests.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Operated welding equipment, ensuring proper settings for various metal types and thicknesses.
- Maximized productivity by organizing daily tasks according to priority level while maintaining focus on overall project goals.
Automotive Repair Technician
Mr. Bill's Paint and Body Shop
02.2002 - 01.2008
- Managed parts inventory and ensured safe material handling.
- Conducted damage assessments and repairs using proper safety equipment.
- Maintained an organized and hazard free workspace.
- Provided customer service and managed shipping and receiving operations.
- Achieved faster turnaround times through prioritizing tasks effectively and managing time efficiently on each repair job.
- Increased repeat business by building strong relationships with customers through excellent service and communication.
- Reduced costs by accurately ordering necessary parts and supplies, minimizing waste and returns.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals set by management for both quality of workmanship and timeliness of repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs, parts orders, and customer interactions in the shop''s computer system for easy retrieval and documentation purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Linden Kildare Highschool
Linden, TX05-1999
Skills
- Mechanical installation and repair
- Equipment inspection and preventative maintenance
- Isometrics, P& ID and Blueprint interpretation
- Boilermaking
- Structure welding
- Refinery and mill operations
- Rigging and signal operations
- Safety compliance
- Hazard identification and risk mitigation
- Time management
- Continuous improvement
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Water treatment process control
Certification
Licenses and Certifications
- OSHA basic plus
- OSHA 10
- OSHA30
- CPR/AED
- Basic first aid
- Bloodborne pathogens
- NCCER Boilermaker
- Fall Protection
- Fresh air
- Scissorlift
- Manlift
- Class VII forklift
- Boom lift
- Overhead crane and Rigging
- LOTO
- Class C surface water operator
- Fresh Air
Timeline
Class C Surface Water Operator
Graphic Packaging International
11.2022 - Current
Millwright
Trillium Construction
10.2021 - 10.2022
Ironworker/Boilermaker/Mechanical
The Industrial Company, TIC
06.2020 - 10.2021
Hydro Tester/ Structure Welder/New Construction
Zachry Industrial
06.2018 - 03.2019
Boilermaker/ Structure Welder/
Tuner Industries
01.2016 - 2021
Automotive Repair Technician
Mr. Bill's Paint and Body Shop
02.2002 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Linden Kildare Highschool