Wilford (Will) Hiner
Rock Springs,WY
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in plant and railyard operations, notably with Simplot Phosphates. Excelled in water treatment operations and PSI management, enhancing safety and efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in training teams and achieving quality assurance goals. Skilled in preventive maintenance and environmental awareness, contributing to a significant improvement in operational standards. I have worked in a large variety of fields in 40 years since high school from manual labor, operating light & heavy equipment, driving class A truck & trailer, railroad equipment to plant operations. I learn best from hands on training and learning everything about the work being done. I work well with others and take pride in the work that I do.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Operator/Railyard Operator
Simplot Phosphates
02.2013 - 05.2024
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
- Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples.
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Enforced security of plant entrances by checking identification and recording names of visitors.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
- Checked quality of [Product or Service] by frequent chemical analysis.
Railyard Operator
Simplot Phosphates
02.2013 - 05.2024
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Oilfield Operator
H & N Gold Field Service
12.2005 - 02.2013
- Conducted daily inspections of surface equipment and pumps to identify and address seal leaks, improper priming and other minor operational inefficiencies.
- Corrected unsafe conditions or practices immediately upon recognition to eliminate workplace accidents.
- Performed cleaning, repair and maintenance activities to keep equipment functional and safe.
- Drove trucks transporting high-pressure pumping equipment and chemicals, fluids or gases to be pumped into wells.
- Reviewed procedures and methods during course of repairs to minimize safety hazards and negative environmental impact.
- High pressure testing of B.O.P on Oil & Gas drilling rigs
- Communicate with the company man & tool pusher on the job to be done
- Conduct safety meeting with the rig hands before setting up for the job to be done
- Follow the test preceedure set by the company in a timely manner
- If a test failed work with rig crew to fix the problem to continue testing preceedure until all test were completed
- B.O.P. lifts for setting wellhead slips
- Proper rigging up of winches & slings to lift B.O.P.
- Drive class B trucks or truck & test trailer to and from locations
- Work in the shop doing value maintance and repair on Frac Trees & values
- Truck & equipment maintance & repairs on company equipment
Oilfield Truck Driver
Rocky Mountain Casing Crews
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Adhered to all safe driving laws and regulations when operating truck.
- Maneuvered large trucks into very tight spaces.
- Represented company professionally and built lasting relationships with customers and other drivers.
- Performed pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks and equipment to immediately identify issues requiring repair.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected trucks before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rock Springs High School
Rock Springs, WY05-1984
Skills
- PSI management
- Water treatment operations
- Water purification systems
- Sample collecting
- Inventory Recordkeeping
- Analyzing water quality
- Parts Replacement
- Valve rebuilding
- System monitoring
- OSHA regulatory knowledge
- Equipment Inspection
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Safety Inspections
- Quality Assurance
- Machinery inspector
- Forklift Operation
- Records documentation
- Recordkeeping
- Tank levels knowledge
- Operational process tools
- Hazardous Materials
- Strong leader
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Process Control
- Controls Monitoring
- Safety Protocols
- Environmental awareness
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Pump operations
Riding motorcycle, side by sides, mountain bikes, camping, fishing, hunting
I enjoy spending my free time with family and friends going camping and fishing. Taking day rides in our UTV's exploring new and old trails and places around Rock Springs or while camping. I ride my Indian motorcycle as much as possible, which includes charity rides for helping others in their time of need. One that is dear to my heart is The Ride For The Patch, each year we have an annual ride for an injuried oilfield worker and all proceeds goes to him and his family.
Timeline
Plant Operator/Railyard Operator
Simplot Phosphates
02.2013 - 05.2024
Railyard Operator
Simplot Phosphates
02.2013 - 05.2024
Oilfield Operator
H & N Gold Field Service
12.2005 - 02.2013
Oilfield Truck Driver
Rocky Mountain Casing Crews
01.2000 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
Rock Springs High School
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