Andres Tapia
Jerome
Summary
Resourceful Plant Operator offering 2 years of expertise in Anaerobic digestion operations and maintenance. Purpose-driven in quickly and accurately making adjustments to maintain quality. experience performing maintenance and repair duties. skillful in troubleshooting, coordinating, and multitasking. 9 years experience as a maintenance technician troubleshooting and repairing dairy equipment such as Houle, Vaughn, U.S Farms. Leadership skills, communicating with team on completing projects in a safe and effective manner.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
Montauk Renewables
03.2023 - Current
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions or failures.
- Knowledgeable of machine maintenance in order to troubleshoot effectively.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Assisted in the training of new operators to ensure smooth integration into the work environment and consistent operational excellence.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks on schedule, minimizing unexpected disruptions or costly repairs later on.
- Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and slakers regularly.
- Increased plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment settings as needed.
- Improved overall plant performance through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Contributed to cost savings through efficient use of resources, including chemicals, water, energy, and raw materials.
- Handled preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain proper equipment safety and functionality.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
- Enhanced team communication by providing clear instructions on tasks, goals, and expectations to fellow operators.
- Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates.
- Implemented process changes.
- Controlled manufacturing plant operations using SCADA software.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
Plant Operator
New Energy One
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Managed operation of boilers, pumps.
- Adjusted control settings.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
Maintenance Technician
Farmore Of Idaho
03.2014 - 04.2022
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Pivot Builder
Pomrenke Pivot Service
10.2011 - 02.2014
- Worked closely with owners.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques.
- Achieved high levels of workmanship on every project by monitoring progress closely, providing guidance where necessary, and ensuring best practices were followed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
Mountain Home, ID05.2010
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety Procedures
- Strong leader
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Forklift Operation
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- Preventive Maintenance
- Controls Monitoring
- Equipment Inspection
- Production Monitoring
- Parts Replacement
- Plant Operations
- Plant Machinery and Equipment
- Equipment Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Multitasking and Organization
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Facility Maintenance
- Critical Decision-Making
- Crane Operation
- Plant Optimization
Certification
Class A CDL
Qualified Rigger & Signal Person
ICP Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plant Operator
Montauk Renewables
03.2023 - Current
Plant Operator
New Energy One
05.2022 - 03.2023
Maintenance Technician
Farmore Of Idaho
03.2014 - 04.2022
Pivot Builder
Pomrenke Pivot Service
10.2011 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Mountain Home High School
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