Melinda Walling
Vallejo
Summary
Reliable self driven process operator with 7+ years of refinery field work experience at Valero Refinery. Proven ability to ensure optimal production while maintaining a strong safety culture. Excellent organizations skills, multitasking and fostering team morale. Committed to excellence and reliability in high-pressure environments while keeping safety a priority.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydrogen/Cogeneration Operator/ Fire Brigade
Valero Refinery
07.2024 - Current
- Operate and monitor Hydrogen and cogen units.
- Ensure units and equipment such as: turbines, exchangers, pumps, HRSG, and compressors are running safely with optimal production.
- Collect water, gas and vapor samples daily
- LO/TO lock out tag out for isolation purposes also use of P&ID's.
- Assisted with start-up's and shut-down's of units.
- Use of DCS and HMI systems
- Gas test work areas for contractors.
- Responded to refinery emergencies including industrial fires, medical calls and hazmat releases as part of being on the Fire Brigade.
- Follow and comply with PSM process safety management EPA/ OSHA standards.
Senior Lead
Montrose
11.2018 - 07.2024
- Inspections on valves, connectors, drains, and tanks for fugitive emissions.
- Performed daily safety meetings creating strong morale among the inspection team.
- Various amounts of data entry, QAQC work, documenting, reading piping data and daily calibration of inspection equipment.
- Conducted in field training for new hires.
- Pro-active with the safety team on site conducting weekly audits and performing daily safety walks.
Administrative Assistant
Camino Alto Residence
08.2006 - 06.2018
- Managed front office including all clerical duties.
- Coordinated and maintained records for patients and staff.
- Time keeping for 20+ employees.
- Coordinated doctors appointments.
- Ordered and administered medications.
- Performed full care needs for patients.
- Directed facility tours.
- Managed new admissions of patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vallejo Senior High
Vallejo HighGeneral Studies
Napa Valley College
Napa, CACertifications
Skills
- Excellent in attention to detail
- Punctual and committed
- Adaptable and friendly
- Efficient and reliable
- Multitasker/ fast learner
- Strong safety culture
- Type 40 WPM
- Microsoft word/excel
Timeline
Hydrogen/Cogeneration Operator/ Fire Brigade
Valero Refinery
07.2024 - Current
Senior Lead
Montrose
11.2018 - 07.2024
Administrative Assistant
Camino Alto Residence
08.2006 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Vallejo Senior High
General Studies
Napa Valley College
Certifications