Jacob Ramsdell
DeQuincy,LA
Summary
Reliable with about 10 years experience at Westlake Petrochemical and Westlake Polymers facilities (Over 8 years with Turner, and almost 2 years with Westlake). And working turnarounds and outages off and on since 2002. Excellent work ethics and exceptional attention to details. In-depth knowledge of Boilermaker, Rigging and Signaling, Heavy equipment operating, Crane Operating, and Safety. Ambitious and always eager to learn. Currently on the Fire Brigade, Rescue Team, Hazmat Team, and First Responder. Also a member of the Employee Engagement Team, Contractor Safety Team, Audit Team, and Safe Start Team. Knowledgeable in Westlake Policies and Procedures and programs such as SAP, Viewport, Etc.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician/GC
Westlake Chemical
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Liaised with vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential parts and materials for repairs or replacements.
- Streamlined communication with other departments, ensuring maintenance issues were addressed in timely manner.
- Positively engaged with contractors and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Stepped up as Coordinator on multiple outages and repairs.
- Extensive knowledge in Policies and Procedures.
- Often using Viewport to locate equipment information, Policies and Procedures, Forms, Etc.
- Often using SAP to locate and print work orders, locate parts, Etc.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Turner Industries Group LLC
04.2015 - 07.2023
- Fabricated screw pipe and stainless/copper tubing for new installs and replacements according to work order and operations.
- Disassembled and assembled vessels, towers, and individual components.
- Disassembled, hydrotested, and reassembled heat exchangers.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of equipment.
- Step up foreman over hopper outages at Westlake Polymers.
- Complied with all company Policies and Procedures.
- Step up coordinator over furnace outages.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Cross training with mechanical department (Millwrights).
- Read and interpret isometric drawings and blueprints.
- Perform Daily inspections on all maintenance equipment.
- Operate any and all equipment needed for job.
- Operate crane to lift components and materials.
- Train and certify personnel to operate equipment.
- Attach rigging to pipes, components, and materials. And signal crane.
- Implement safety and ensure that everyone around me is working safely.
Education
NCCO - Rigger 2 And Signal Person
Cardinal Training Group
Orange, TX03-2023
NCCER - Assessment Performance Evaluator
Turner Ind.
Sulphur03-2022
NCCO - Crane Operator
Cardinal Training Group
Orange, TX10-2021
NCCER - Heavy Equipment Operator
ABC School
Sulphur, LA05-2019
Fundamentals Of Crew Leadership
Turner Ind.
Sulphur, LA02-2019
A&P Mechanic
Westwood Aviation
Houston, TX10-2006
Helicopter Mechanic
US Marine Corps
08-2001
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Clear communication
- Willing to learn
- SAP
- Viewport
- Organizing and Coordinating work activities
- Implementing safety
- Leadership and Integrity
- Troubleshooting
- Boilermaker/Pipefitter
- Rigging & Signaling
- Blinding & Unblinding
- Operating Equipment
Timeline
Maintenance Technician/GC
Westlake Chemical
07.2023 - Current
Boilermaker Journeyman
Turner Industries Group LLC
04.2015 - 07.2023
NCCO - Rigger 2 And Signal Person
Cardinal Training Group
NCCER - Assessment Performance Evaluator
Turner Ind.
NCCO - Crane Operator
Cardinal Training Group
NCCER - Heavy Equipment Operator
ABC School
Fundamentals Of Crew Leadership
Turner Ind.
A&P Mechanic
Westwood Aviation
Helicopter Mechanic
US Marine Corps
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