David J. Lapene
Metairie
Summary
Experienced and influential leader with a proven track record of successfully managing complex shift dynamics and achieving strategic goals within the SCO Emergency Services organization. Demonstrates exceptional composure and collectedness in high-pressure emergency situations, serving as a role model for the entire shift. Committed to unlocking the full potential of the team and driving them towards success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Emergency Services and Security Technician
Dow Chemical Emergency Services and Security
03.2021 - Current
- Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified High Angle Rope Rescue Technician
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Certified Hazardous Materials Technician
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Pro Board 1081 Certified
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 courses completed
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Certified Dispatcher for SCO Emergency Services and Security
- Certified Emergency Services Technician
- Certified Incident Commander
- Worked closely with EOC aides and Site Emergency Managers during incidents
- Ensured the safety of the Operations Leadership Team during a face-to-face visit in New Orleans in March 2024
- Have been an integral part in finding solutions for shift issues included scheduling concerns
- Assisted in training several Emergency Response Team members in all disciplines, including on the Fire Field
Production Technician
Dow Chemical Company
10.2012 - 03.2021
- Whole job certified Production Technician for Polyethylene
- Led turnaround execution within the operations team as a turnaround focal point, including successful turnaround package preparation and execution of work during outages
- Assisted in training new employees and interns in process operating discipline to successful certifications
- Daily optimization of pelleting area operations, including (transition plans improvements, procedure creation, procedure updates, mechanical equipment improvements, optimization of MTL tasks, training material updates)
Gulfstream/Mosaic Project Operations Representative
Dow Chemical Company
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Supported Organization in the successful execution of Gulfstream/Mosaic projects, consisting of $20MM+ investment into SCO Polyethylene plants’ DCS and operating systems
- Assisted in updating and authoring over 150 operating procedures
- Trained 15 technicians on new DCS operation
- Coordinated over 400 loop checks during LP3 outage
- Startup support/leadership that included the commissioning process of the new DCS system
- Early cutover work that included completing over 100 loops of active systems such as hydrocarbons and alkyls processes successfully with ZERO plant interruptions or incidents
- Coordinated and supported 150 contractors daily
Security Consultant
Andrews International
05.2009 - 06.2012
- Performed infrastructure security at sites for ExxonMobil in the State of Louisiana
- Conducted safety and security inspections of contractors at the Chalmette Refinery
- Routinely completed safety and security incident investigations, authored reports, and debriefed Refinery and Contract leadership of details and outcomes
- Met weekly and monthly with the Plant Shift Superintendents, contract safety coordinators, and Facility Safety Coordinator to brief and be debriefed on current security and safety issues and EOC operations
Patrol Officer, SWAT Operator
New Orleans Police Department
08.2002 - 05.2009
- Completed the Academy on April 9, 2004
- Applied Metro Law Enforcement Agencies Narcotics Report Writing training to conduct numerous successful investigations
- Multiple advanced S.W.A.T
- Schools that prepared me for numerous real-world operations that came to safe and successful conclusion
- Patrolled the City of New Orleans during the prolonged devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.1998 - 10.2005
- Combat tour in the country of Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003
- Several decorations and awards, selected honors listed below
- Ammunitions and Explosions experience/ Infantry experience
- Coordinated logistics and supply chains of explosives and ordinance for battalion during tour in Iraq
Education
Master’s Degree - Emergency Management
Master of Arts - Emergency Management
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA12.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, LA05-2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, LA01.2007
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Brother Martin High School
01.1998
Skills
- Incident response
- Pro Board Industrial Fire Fighter
- Influential Leader
- Incident Command Certified (Dow Chemical)
- NREMT
Certification
- National Sojourners Award for Leadership
- Dow Chemical Corporate Trainings and Schools
- Power to Influence
- Coached Power to Influence
- Propel to Excel
- Peer to Peer Communications Cohort
- Corporate Fire School 2023, 2024, 2025
- Distribution Emergency Response training 2022
Timeline
Senior Emergency Services and Security Technician
Dow Chemical Emergency Services and Security
03.2021 - Current
Gulfstream/Mosaic Project Operations Representative
Dow Chemical Company
04.2017 - 01.2019
Production Technician
Dow Chemical Company
10.2012 - 03.2021
Security Consultant
Andrews International
05.2009 - 06.2012
Patrol Officer, SWAT Operator
New Orleans Police Department
08.2002 - 05.2009
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
05.1998 - 10.2005
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Brother Martin High School
Master’s Degree - Emergency Management
Master of Arts - Emergency Management
Tulane University
Associate of Applied Science - Process Technology
Nunez Community College
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Loyola University New Orleans
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