Maintenance Planner Team Lead
Resume:
CHARLES P. THIBODEAUX, JR.
**** ******* **, **** *** / Beaumont, TX 77705
*******.************@*****.***
SUMMARY
●23 years of instrumentation and electrical experience supporting oil & gas, utilities, and industrial projects, with expertise in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety.
●Skilled in design verification, documentation, and material procurement, as well as testing and calibration of ESD, MMS, ISO 9000 systems, custody transfer meters, and sales meters.
●Brings leadership and planning experience as a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler (SAP Blueprint & SAP S4 HANA), I&E Maintenance Supervisor, Utilities Team Lead, and Person-in-Charge of oil and gas production installations.
●Strong foundation in HSE compliance and technician support, ensuring safe, efficient project execution and reliable plant operations.
EXPERIENCE
Golden Pass LNG Nov. 2022 to Aug. 2025
Lead Analyzer/Measurement Tech.
●Directed a team of technicians through Site Acceptance Testing, commissioning and start up of environmental analyzers. Including CEMS, Outfalls, and Process analyzers.
●Oversaw the team in measurement calibrations. Including flow, pressure and temperature transmitters along with flow computers.
●Coached the team through custody transfer calibrations and regulations. This included adherence to AGA Standards 8, 9 and 10.
●Provided effective troubleshooting on all analytical and measurement instrumentation
●Ensured the availability of necessary tools, equipment and other resources that enabled employees to work safely
Indorama Ventures Sept. 2021 to Nov. 2022
Instrument Supervisor
●Supervised a team of maintenance instrument technicians in daily maintenance activities. Activities included preventive maintenance tasks, corrective and emergency work, calibrations, repairs, and testing.
●Supervised the testing and repairs of all SIS, ESD systems
●Lead the team through turnarounds and shut downs. This included start up and commissioning of several units.
●Ensured all production goals of safety and quality were met
●Oversaw the training and development of personnel to ensure they were competent and proficient in their roles, especially regarding safety procedures.
●Responsible for leading the crew, resolving personnel issues and maintaining discipline.
●Provided effective communication with the crew, contractors and regulatory agencies ensuring smooth and safe operations.
Turner Industries April 2019 to Sept. 2021
I&E Planner
● Planned maintenance activities to maintain a safe, efficient, reliable operation.
● Visited job sites and identified the scope of work, planned and estimated all resources required to perform specific jobs.
●Requisitioned all needed material and external services and worked closely with the department requesting the work, as well as those performing work to ensure adequate detail has been provided.
●Provided Post job evaluation and SAP task lists for future use. Referenced Maintenance SOPs and plant equipment specifications to determine proper repair methods and proper material purchases.
● Worked closely with the Planning & Scheduling Supervisor to manage the backlog and prioritize work in the backlog
Unite Contracting Feb. 2019 to April 2019Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, handheld communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
Southern Blues Seafood Co. Nov. 2016 to Feb. 2019
Founder CEO of Seafood Distribution
●Created a business strategy which implemented the sale of wholesale and retail fresh seafood across the Southeastern portion of the United States
●Secured contracts with businesses to obtain goods and services
●Obtained licenses to transport and distribute fresh seafood across state lines
●Managed day to day financial and logistical operations
Shell Exploration and Production Aug. 2005 to Nov. 2016
HSE Technician (Jan. 2016 to Nov. 2016)
●Oversaw the removal and disposal of lead based paint on a major offshore oil production installation.
●Adhered to all government CFRs and coast guard regulations.
PIC - Production Platform (July 2014 to Jan. 2016)
Person In Charge (PIC)
●In charge of an offshore oil production installation with emphasis on safety
●Ensured the safety of all personnel on board. Prevented vessel, environmental and property damage. Ensured all production and drilling activities ran smoothly and met production targets.
●Developed and enforced measures to manage risks and prevent accidents.
●Provided all reporting to appropriate agencies for unplanned events to protect environmental issues. Ensured all environmental compliance was maintained.
●Managed the facility’s response to any emergency, such as a fire or equipment failure. Initiated procedures and directed emergency teams for evacuation if necessary
Utilities Team Lead (Sept. 2013 to July2014)
●Managed all maintenance activities and personnel which included instrument technicians, electricians, and mechanics.
●Oversaw permitting and LOTO processes.
●Served as alternate PIC
Maintenance/Production Planner/Scheduler SAP-Blueprint (Feb. 2009 to Sept. 2013)
●Planned maintenance activities to maintain a safe, efficient, reliable operation.
●Visited job sites and identified the scope of work, planned and estimated all resources required to perform specific jobs.
●Requisitioned all needed material and external services and worked closely with the department requesting the work, as well as those performing work to ensure adequate detail has been provided.
●Provided Post job evaluation and SAP task lists for future use. Referenced Maintenance SOPs and plant equipment specifications to determine proper repair methods and proper material purchases.
●Worked closely with the Planning & Scheduling Supervisor to manage the backlog and prioritize work in the backlog
Instrument Tech., Electronics Tech., Communications Technician (Aug. 2005 to Jan. 2009)
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Responsible for all communication devices including radar, microwave and satellite equipment. Responsible for all computer networking systems
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
ISC – Baton Rouge, LA May 2005 to Aug. 2005
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Danos & Curole, Offshore Feb. 2005 to May 2005
Lead Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Responsible for all communication devices including radar, microwave and satellite equipment. Responsible for all computer networking systems
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Hovensa Refinery – St. Croix July 2004 to Feb. 2005
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Air Products (Excel) Oct. 2001 to June 2004
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
DOW Chemical – Plaquemine, LA Jan. 2000 to Oct. 2001
Operator
●Oversaw equipment and process parameters using control systems to ensure safe and continuous operations
●Performed routine inspections, preventative maintenance and basic repairs on process equipment
●Identified and resolved issues with machinery and processes to prevent production downtime
West Gate, Inc. – Port Allen, LA June 1999 to Jan. 2000
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
ICI Americas – St. Gabriel, LA Jan. 1995 to May 1999
Instrument and Electrical Facilitator (June 1996 to May 1999)
Instrument and Electrical Commissioning Engineer (Jan. 1995 to June 1996
●Responsible for all instrument and electrical installation, design verification, documentation, and systems checkout for Stage III overhaul.
●Performed FATs
ICI Americas Dec. 1993 to Jan. 1995
Instrument and Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
●Responsible for all instrument and electrical pms, ESD testing, ISO 9000 testing, instrument and electrical safety, material procurement, and daily maintenance activities.
●Supervised a team of maintenance instrument technicians and electricians in daily maintenance activities. Activities included preventive maintenance tasks, corrective and emergency work, calibrations, repairs, and testing.
●Supervised the testing and repairs of all SIS, ESD systems
●Lead the team through turnarounds and shut downs. This included start up and commissioning of several units.
●Ensured all production goals of safety and quality were met
●Oversaw the training and development of personnel to ensure they were competent and proficient in their roles, especially regarding safety procedures.
●Responsible for leading the crew, resolving personnel issues and maintaining discipline.
●Provided effective communication with the crew, contractors and regulatory agencies ensuring smooth and safe operations.
ICI Americas Aug. 1992 to Dec. 1993
Instrument Tech-Maintenance
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Rhone-Poulenc Aug. 1991 to Aug. 1992
Lead Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Brown & Root – Old Ocean, TX April 1991 to Aug. 1991
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
MEI - White Castle, LA Jan. 1991 to April 1991
Instrument Technician
●Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control processes in a conventional chemical plant.
●Tested the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system, using test equipment, such as pressure gauges, hand held communicators, potentiometers, pulse and signal generators, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and voltmeters.
●Tested and repaired all SIS, ESD and PLC systems
Brown & Root – St. James, LA Jan 1989 to Dec 1990
Instrument Technician
●Calibrated, installed, tested and loop checked all new instrumentation and sold off to client
Fish Engineering - Houston, TX 1989
I&E Helper 1
MMR Construction - Deer Park, TX 1988 to 1989
Electrician Helper 11
CONTINUING EDUCATION / SPECIALTY TRAINING
●Two week training on AGA Measurement Standards
●LSU continuing education leadership specialty training
●Trained in LEAN processes
●Some Six Sigma training.
●HUET trained.
●T2 Certified.
●Hazardous Material Management US DOT
●Waste Management
●Lead Awareness Training.
●NORM Survey and Control Certification.
●Confined Space Entry competent person.
●Fall rescue trained. Including first man up systems.
●Completed Shell Supervisory Development Program.
●D.C.S. Experience: Honeywell TDC 3000, Honeywell TDC 2000
●Taylor Mod 300, Taylor Mod 3, Moore Process Suite, Bailey Infi-net 90, Emerson Delta V
●Analyzer Experience: Teledyne- Co., Trace 02, and Thermal conductivity
●Hartmann and Braunn - Advanced Optima Caldos 17, Uras 14 Siemens - Ultramat-5f - Wilks I/R
●PLC Experience: Allen Bradley PLC 5, SLC 500,SLC 5000, Modicon
●05/97 Radiation Safety Officer - Completed certification for radiation safety officer
●through TN Technology, Round Rock, Texas
●09/95 Electrical Engineering in Chemical Plants
●08/95 SSD2000 System Training Course
●03/95 Required Standard for Behavioral Safety Interviewing
●Qualified to teach safe and unsafe acts auditing at level 1
●03/95 Four-day NEC training course
●02/95 Improving Quality using Statistical Process Control
●03/88 Instrumentation I, II; in depth courses in tube bending and fitting
EDUCATION
International Technical Institute - Baton Rouge, LA
Industrial Instrumentation Diploma, 1988
Nicholls State University - Thibodaux, LA
General Studies, 1986-1987
Contact this candidate