Kenneth Boyd
Boutte
Summary
Detail-oriented Technician experienced in safety compliance and operational efficiency. Streamlined processes and trained teams to enhance performance in high-stakes environments. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and repair of complex systems, fostering team collaboration and building strong customer relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Oil Spill Response Technician
PWS
Thibodaux, LA
04.2026 - Current
- Diagnosed technical issues, implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on equipment handling and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety.
- Deploy containment barriers: Load, transport, and physically anchor containment booms and absorbent pads in waterways or ditches to stop oil from spreading.
- Manage Hazardous waste: collect, sort, drum, and label contaminated materials, used absorbents, and soiled personal protective equipment(PPE) for safe transport and disposal.
- Maintain response equipment: clean, decontaminate, test, and restock response gear, vessels, trucks, and pumps immediately after an operation so they are ready for the next emergency call.
Maintenance Carpenter and Facility Plumber
Louisiana Department Of Corrections
Jackson, LA
02.2018 - 03.2026
- Executed carpentry repairs and maintenance on facility structures, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Built, installed, and repaired wooden structures, frameworks, rafters, and structural framing across a large facility.
- Collaborated with construction teams to assess structural integrity and recommend necessary improvements.
- Measured, cut, and shaped wood, drywall, and plastic materials using power saws, routers, and hand tools.
- Repaired and replaced structural elements like doors, window frames, flooring, and interior drywall panels.
- Constructed and aligned wood and plywood formwork for concrete pours, ensuring exact level and grade.
- Followed blueprints, sketches, and building plans strictly to meet exact specifications and safety codes.
- Maintained, troubleshot, and repaired commercial plumbing systems across a large-scale institutional facility.
- Installed and repaired copper, PVC, and galvanized piping, valves, faucets, and commercial toilets.
- Cleared major main-line blockages and clogs using commercial drain snakes, augers, and hydro-jetting equipment.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance inspections to identify leaks, structural wear, and system failures.
- Collaborated closely with facility supervisors to ensure all repairs met strict safety and building codes.
Concrete Laborer and Dry Wall Tech
Max Foote Construction
Mandeville, LA
02.2011 - 11.2017
- Mixed and poured concrete, adhering to project specifications and timelines.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Operated tools such as trowels, saws, and mixers to execute concrete tasks efficiently.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Performed site preparation and cleanup to ensure safe work environment for concrete pouring.
- Rebuilt damaged concrete surfaces to enhance structural integrity and appearance.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Hang panels: Measure, cut, and fasten drywall or sheetrock panels tightly to wood or metal studs on walls and ceilings.
- Apply Tape & Mud: Lay down paper or fiberglass mesh tape over joints and spread coats of joint compound (mudding) over seams, nails, and screws.
- Perform Repairs: Patch holes, fix water damage, replace water-damaged sections, and texture surfaces to match existing walls seamlessly.
Prep Line Cook
Snappers Seafood
New Orleans, LA
05.2008 - 11.2010
- Prepared seafood dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and slicers with precision and care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Assisted chefs in inventory management by tracking ingredient supplies and freshness.
- Trained new staff on proper food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to improve workflow efficiency during peak service hours.
- Worked closely with other line cooks to ensure consistency across all stations, delivering a cohesive dining experience for guests.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in food preparation and presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hahnville High School
Boutte, LASkills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Client relations
- Stress management
- Multitasking
- Safety Equipment
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Heavy lifting
- Environmental Cleanup
- Finishing Carpentry
- Customer service
- Emergency Response Training
- Adapts under pressure
- Multitasking skills
- Containment Strategies
- Oil Spill Containment
Timeline
Oil Spill Response Technician
PWS
04.2026 - Current
Maintenance Carpenter and Facility Plumber
Louisiana Department Of Corrections
02.2018 - 03.2026
Concrete Laborer and Dry Wall Tech
Max Foote Construction
02.2011 - 11.2017
Prep Line Cook
Snappers Seafood
05.2008 - 11.2010
High School Diploma -
Hahnville High School