Vernon A. Dickey Jr

Work History

Cureton Midstream

02.2021 - 07.2023

Performed meter calibrations on a variety of EFM devices including Rosemount and ABB>
Maintain periodic meter calibration and gas sampling schedules that adheres with BLM and produced requirements.
Utilize SCADA to resolve volume discrepancies, communication issues, and gather periodic volume readings.
Perform trouble shooting, installation , and commissioning of EFM devices.
Communicated effectively with producers and other departments to promptly resolve issues.
Collected gas samples at various points throughout production process and entered chromatography results in flow computers.

Marathon Petroleum Corp.

01.2016 - 09.2020

Conducted inspections, tests and measurements of condensable hydrocarbons and natural gas to verify adherence with regulations and desired specifications.
Operate, maintain, calibrate, and modify methods when necessary for the Inficon Portable Gas Chromatograph.
Maintain gas sampling schedule that adheres to BLM regulations and accuracy guidelines.
Capture liquid gas samples at gathering points and compressor stations.
Successfully completed GPA Midstream School of Gas Chromatography.
Conducted tests and diagnostic procedures using tools such as analyzers, multimeters and power supplies.

Questar Energy Services

01.2005 - 01.2016

Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
Perform physical and chemical testing on various hydrocarbon samples using a variety of techniques.
Perform calibrations and repairs on electronic flow meters and Barton dry flow meters.
Operate Varian Gas Chromatograph, interpret chromatography, and perform preventive maintenance on gas sampling equipment.
Ensure calibration reports are accurate and complete, provide feedback to field operators, and input measurement/analysis results into RTU.

3D Systems

01.2000 - 01.2005

Performed electrical troubleshooting on solid state and digital circuits.
Correspond with Product Development department regarding design issues, recommendations, and document results of all electrical and mechanical tests performed.
Managed continuous improvement projects.
Liaised with staff to discuss equipment performance issues and formulate improvement ideas.
Read blueprints, schematics or diagrams to determine methods and assembly sequences.
Tested performance of electromechanical assemblies using oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters and bridges.
Proposed layout and location modifications and installations in compliance with OEM, OSHA, and company codes.

Pepsi Bottling Group

02.1990 - 01.2000

Manage Quality Control department of seven lab technicians.
Created procedures and ensured proper training of all lab personnel.
Perform reliable and accurate calibration on ph meters, psi gauges, digital scale balances, and digital titration instruments.
Maintain records and enforce department policies for State and Federal agencies.
Developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to determine present standards and establish recommended action plans.
Maximized efficiency by reducing change over times by 50% without cross contamination or product carry over.
Collaborated with development teams, internal customers and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.