Vincent Trabona
Amite
Summary
I began my career in the refinery industry as a helper in early 2000 and worked hard to become a pipefitter by trade. With strong determination, good work ethic and professionalism I have advanced through multiple stages of craft and management positions within my career in the petrochemical industry. I posses the ability to successfully plan, manage and execute multiple jobs at a time with confidence and efficiency while putting clients, company's and employees safety as first priority. I am currently a Professional planner with focus on maintenance operations, bringing valuable experience in workflow optimization and resource management. Known for collaborative approach and achieving consistent results, ensuring reliability and operational efficiency. Highly adaptable to changing needs, leveraging skills in planning, scheduling, and problem-solving to meet organizational goals. I Utilize strategic thinking to optimize resource allocation and minimize equipment downtime. I posses a track record of enhancing team collaboration and implementing effective maintenance strategies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Planner
VendorPass
Geismar, LA
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated maintenance schedules with multiple departments to prioritize, plan, schedule and execute daily activities while optimizing equipment uptime and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow processes and improve service delivery.
- Reviewed work orders for accuracy, ensuring timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans and packages.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Created detailed work orders and packages specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Developed preventive maintenance plans to enhance operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Engaged in the work order process from approved status through complete status.
- Assisted with planning Turnaround activities.
Construction Manager
Stueve Construction
Algona IA
01.2023 - Current
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors to source affordable and high quality materials and equipment for construction projects.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to achieve on-time project delivery.
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
Construction Manager
Catamaran Solutions
Gonzales, LA
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Assisted vice president of production in review, approval and archiving of all closeout documents
- Determined project schedule, including sequencing all construction activities for optimal efficiency
- Oversaw entire building turnover process, enhancing communication between all construction management to facilitate smooth completion
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays
- Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and money management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion
- Coordinated with site personnel, clients and local government officials to ensure on-time project delivery.
- Led project planning and execution, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities, enhancing communication and collaboration on-site.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
Construction Superintendent
Aptim
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Complied with all safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks
- Delegated assignments based on site plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members
- Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient site operations and achieve demanding schedule targets
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
Project Coordinator
Holly Frontier Corp
Tulsa, OK
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Tracked all hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters
- Checked compliance of company safety plan and delivered recommendations to address regulatory issues
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as needed
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Developed and executed project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
- Established communication protocols to streamline information flow between stakeholders during turnaround projects.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement turnaround strategies, enhancing operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
- Ensured timely completion of turnarounds by closely monitoring progress and addressing any delays or bottlenecks.
- Conducted post-turnaround evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action plans accordingly.
Construction Superintendent
Bay Ltd
Laplace, LA
07.2013 - 10.2015
Education
High School Diploma -
Amite High School
Amite, LA1999
Skills
- Knowledgeable in construction safety
- OSHA compliance
- OSHA 30 36-601546768
- Construction / Project management
- Attention to detail
- Subcontractor management
- Estimating, Planning / Scheduling
- Proficient in Microsoft office
- SAP Proficient
- P6 Proficient
- Maximo Proficient
- Word proficient
- Excel proficient
- Strong ability in understanding P&IDs, specifications, drawings, flow sheets
- Schedule management
- Continuous improvement
- Maintenance planning
- Job prioritizing
- Team collaboration
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Outside contractor oversight
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Strategic planning
- Excellent customer relations
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Vendor and Contractor Negotiations
- Job and Material Estimates
- Strong Leadership skills
- Coordination
- Monitoring
- Work order management
- Work order preparation
- Maintenance strategies
- Asset management
- Knowledge of numerous categories of equipment such as fixed equipment, gearboxes and centrifuges
Certification
- NCCER Pipefitter
- NCCER Boilermaker
- NCCER Rigger
- NCCER Advanced rigger
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
VendorPass
05.2025 - Current
Construction Manager
Stueve Construction
01.2023 - Current
Construction Manager
Catamaran Solutions
01.2019 - 12.2022
Construction Superintendent
Aptim
08.2017 - 01.2019
Project Coordinator
Holly Frontier Corp
10.2015 - 05.2017
Construction Superintendent
Bay Ltd
07.2013 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Amite High School