Thomas Nguyen
Glenpool,OK
Summary
Oil/Gas industry professional with substantial experience in monitoring and managing gas pipeline systems, ensuring safety and efficiency. Skilled in system operations, data analysis, and emergency response protocols. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability to changing demands, consistently driving results and reliability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Control Tech
Targa Resources
Tulsa, OK
07.2024 - Current
- Monitor gas flow and pressure from 6 gas plants and make adjustments as needed to achieve nominations in a safe, compliant and efficient manner.
- Utilize computers and SCADA to monitor pressures and to direct flow of natural gas.
- Perform leak detection monitoring and respond appropriately to field alarms per procedure.
- Coordinated emergency response plans to address potential gas leaks or supply disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records of daily operations, contributing to efficient report generation for management review.
Senior Unit Operator
HF Sinclair Tulsa Oklahoma
01.2013 - 05.2024
- Produce quality products and assure safe operation of assigned units by utilizing process and safety procedures.
- Console board operator- Coordinate with outside operators to control feedstock and product movements to meet refinery production plans and product quality specifications.
- Asst Turnaround Coordinator - Work in conjunction with company maintenance and contractors to assure that repairs and unit construction is done safely and accurately.
- Conduct lock out tag out (LOTO) in preparation for unit turnaround.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, optimizing workflows for increased output.
Quality Control Technician
Gardner Denver
Tulsa, OK
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Lead daily safety briefing and perform health and safety training.
- Perform high pressure test on frac pumps per engineering specs.
- Work closely with engineering in developing an adequate performance test procedure for high pressure frac pumps to increase product quality.
- Identify and help resolve manufacturing problems, to increase production and cut costs.
Owner/Operator
RPM Mechanics
Tulsa, OK
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Monitor all repairs and implement the most efficient repair process to improve turn-around time.
- Mentor newly hired employees in safe work practices and to take on tasks with understanding.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing service reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated parts inventory management, reducing downtime through timely procurement.
Structure Dept. Lead
Chart Cooler Services
Tulsa, OK
05.2005 - 07.2007
- Oversee structural production and that all metal fabrication and weld technique is up to code.
- Review blueprints and conferred with engineering and drafting to resolve manufacturing issues on custom orders.
- Implement lean manufacturing procedures to increase workflow, reduce cost and waste.
Lead Fabricator
Limco AirRepair
Tulsa, OK
02.2003 - 05.2005
- Partnered with engineering and quality assurance teams to achieve tops down cost-efficient repair process.
- Communicate with all parties involved, delivering accurate project status updates and projections
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly and installation.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Broken Arrow High School
04.2002
High School Diploma -
American Petroleum Institute
Refinery Fired Heaters
John Zink
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook SAP, DCS, SCADA
- Leadership, organizational skills, detailed oriented
- Analytical minded
- DOT training
- Refinery fire school and emergency respones
- Lock out tag out training
- Environmental protection training
Timeline
Gas Control Tech
Targa Resources
07.2024 - Current
Senior Unit Operator
HF Sinclair Tulsa Oklahoma
01.2013 - 05.2024
Quality Control Technician
Gardner Denver
06.2010 - 08.2012
Owner/Operator
RPM Mechanics
07.2007 - 06.2010
Structure Dept. Lead
Chart Cooler Services
05.2005 - 07.2007
Lead Fabricator
Limco AirRepair
02.2003 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Broken Arrow High School
High School Diploma -
American Petroleum Institute
Refinery Fired Heaters
John Zink