R. Paul Stanford
Clute, TX **531
Tel: 979-***-****
Cell: 979-***-****
***************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To use my technical, troubleshooting, repair and managerial expertise in a technical/management position within a company that has the ability to develop and grow.
EDUCATION
Brazosport College, Lake Jackson, TX
Associates of Applied Science, Instrumentation, GPA: 3.5
Bachelors of Applied Technology, GPA: 3.5
Aug, 2009 – May, 2015
Aug, 2009 – Dec, 2015
University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX
Master of Science, Industrial Management, GPA: 3.5
Aug, 2017- July, 2019
RELATED EXPERIENCE
I,E & A Supervisor, July 2016 – May 2020
Freeport LNG Development, L.P.
Supervise and provide technical support as well as hands on support for I&E and resident contract nesters on day-to-day operations of the facilities, which may include any electrical and instrumentation/analyzer work
Assist the Operations Planner with planning work notification requests utilizing craftsman for any all requirements needed to execute work
Formulate daily plan and schedule to obtain the optimum number of individuals and necessary equipment to carry out the most appropriate work safely in most economical fashion
Accountable for providing maintenance services for the facility by allocating labor and equipment to the proper jobs and insuring craft balance within the facilities
Develop and apply effective procedures and controls for the execution of maintenance I&E work
Schedule day to day work activities within the I&E employees and contract groups assuring proper labor allocation and materials and maintain an open communication with operations, engineering, warehouse and other technical services as required
Accountable for monitoring and maintaining costs associated with the I&E Team’s part of the budget
Provide information and assistance to projects groups for expansion project team for maintenance systems including testing and modifications as needed
Responsible for identifying training needed for the maintenance I&E and other systems & equipment for maintenance and repairs of systems & equipment to maintain reliability and performance
Responsible for maintaining network efficiency and ensure that the design of the Process Control System allows all of the components, including computers, the network, and software, to work properly together
Accountable for assisting and participating in the development of annual maintenance budgets for CAPEX and OPEX, along with projects
Determine warehouse stock requirements and recommended inventory levels, including identifying critical spares
Assist in evaluating bids and provide advice to line organizations of the best value regarding on-site and off-site repairs, including materials procurement
Provide technical advice/support to Maintenance, Operations and Engineering Support TEAMS as requested
Supervise and Cross Train new or less experienced employees
Provide step up to the Freeport Maintenance Superintendent as requested
Accountable for maintaining records and documentation systems for regulatory compliance associated with field maintenance of the facilities
Other duties assigned and deemed necessary by the Maintenance Superintendent
The employee must have the ability to drive a motor vehicle in order to perform the duties required at all FLNG locations
I&E Technician, January 2013 – July 2016
DOW Chemical Company, Clute, TX
Assisted in the loop check verification and commissioning of a number of Gulfstream related projects at Salt Dome Operations to include: Spent Analytes Project, Propylene skid, Ethylene Skid and EP Blend Skids
Worked with and supervised Contractors in the development of the Gulfstream projects
Responsible for the communication between the project leaders and vendor reps in the issues that arose during project implementation and commissioning
Responsible for the daily upkeep and calibration of all process related instrumentation that includes SIF, SIS and BPCS compliance
Very knowledgeable in the complex testing, troubleshooting and repair of Flow, Pressure, Temperature, and Level instruments including new installations as well as preventative and routine maintenance while staying within dynamic budget constraints
Knowledgeable in the use of P&ID’s and electrical one line diagrams
Assisted in the inventory upkeep of various high use items that includes Rosemount transmitters, gas detectors and high consumption items
Fully qualified on 600 Volt electrical equipment to include electrical clearing and ESWP’s
Efficient in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical and rotating equipment while maintaining high safety standards that fall within the current safety program
Extensive training on various instruments which include micro-motion, differential pressure transmitters, level transmitters and test equipment
Highly proficient in the use of Merriam calibrators and Emerson 475 Hart communicators
Considered the SME on Conductivity as well as moisture detection within the current maintenance group
Chosen to direct and supervise contract crews on new instrument and electrical projects on site
I&E Technician, May 2012 – January 2013
Kelly Services for DOW Chemical, Freeport, TX
Performed extensive troubleshooting on complex testing of equipment under high pressure and temperature
Used expertise in instrument fitting to set up new test equipment that simulates natural gas fracking in the field
Used manufacturers manuals to set up new testing equipment in laboratory settings
Responsible for the procurement of tubing and fittings from authorized vendors including obtaining quotes and submitting requisition forms
Performed calibration of various laboratory equipment to ensure precision results
Completed test and checks of specific calibrated equipment and filed reports as required by business regulations
Maintenance Technician Supervisor/Recruiting Area Supervisor, May 1992 – May 2012
U.S. Navy, Various Locations in United States
14 years of supervisory experience in Maintenance processes and procedures
Expert in technical maintenance with a strong command of testing and troubleshooting skills
Excel in the most diverse and stressful environments
Led a very successful team of 47 in the day to day operations on high demand flight line and flight deck situations involving time critical maintenance evolutions
Coordinate the upkeep of numerous crew safety systems
Qualified as a Full Systems Quality Assurance Representative with expertise in Avionics, Electrical and Mechanical, Hydraulic and Structures
Responsible for the development and preservation of commands Hazmat and Safety programs
6 Years’ experience as the supervisor for the largest recruiting area within the Houston and San Antonio, TX districts
Oversee numerous individual's service records and responsible for the initial processing
Possessed Secret Security Clearance
Proficient in OSHA regulations and maintained shop safety program
SKILLS
Proficient in the use of SAP
Expert in ensuring timely delivery of high quality products in the most demanding environments
2 years’ experience as a forklift operator
Experienced in maintaining the most up to date maintenance procedures and safety regulations
Ability to work individually and in team environment
Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 100 pounds
Performed self-checks for quality and correctness, and maintained housekeeping
Operated production equipment in accordance with SOPs
Worked in accordance with outlined safety procedures and completed work in a timely manner
Performed additional duties as outlined by management
Qualified as the command Gas Free Engineer
Worked with hazardous chemicals and waste, handled all materials and equipment appropriately
Proficient in the use and development of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access databases
WORK HISTORY
Freeport LNG, Quintana, TX 07/2016-05/2020
DOW Chemical Company, Clute, TX 01/2013-07/2016
Kelly Services, Freeport, TX 05/2012-01/2013
U.S. Navy, Various Locations 05/1992-05/2012