Chris Johnson

Safety-focused Process Operations Technician with four years of chemical-plant operating experience supporting safe, reliable, and efficient production at Evonik. Experienced in conducting equipment surveillance rounds, monitoring process conditions, documenting operating data, identifying abnormal conditions, and coordinating with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to resolve production and equipment issues. Knowledgeable in process safety, LOTO and line-safety permitting, hazard recognition, equipment isolation, and emergency-response readiness.

Brings additional hands-on industrial experience in boilers, piping, electrical systems, NDT/NDE inspection, and maintenance support. TWIC credentialed with an Associate Degree and a commitment to procedure compliance, operational discipline, and safe work execution.

PROCESS TECHNICIAN at Evonik (2022 – 2026)

• Operate and monitor chemical-process equipment to support safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible production.
• Conduct routine field rounds and equipment inspections; monitor operating conditions, identify abnormal equipment or process conditions, and communicate findings to supervision and support teams.
• Record operating data and production conditions accurately while following established operating procedures, work instructions, and plant safety requirements.
• Support troubleshooting of production and equipment issues in coordination with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and fellow technicians.
• Apply hazard recognition, LOTO, line-safety permit requirements, and safe-work practices while supporting equipment isolation, maintenance activities, and return-to-service operations.
• Work safely around process systems including separation, heat-exchange, reactor, steam-generating, utility, and process-water/waste equipment.
• Maintain readiness to respond to operational upsets and emergency situations in accordance with site procedures and First Responder training.

BOILERMAKER / PIPEFITTER at River Parish (2021 – 2022)

• Installed, maintained, and repaired boiler systems and associated industrial equipment.
• Assembled, installed, maintained, and repaired boilers, closed vats, and large vessels used to hold liquids and gases.

ELECTRICIAN at Triad Electric & Controls (2018 – 2021)

• Installed and maintained industrial wiring, control, and lighting systems.
• Inspected electrical components, including transformers and circuit breakers.
• Diagnosed electrical problems using testing devices and repaired or replaced wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand and power tools.

PIPEFITTER at Chicago Bridge & Iron Company (2015 – 2017)

• Installed, repaired, and maintained piping systems used for heating and cooling, high-pressure transport, oil and chemicals, and natural gas.
• Cut, welded, inspected, and laid out pipework in accordance with project specifications.

Associate Degree – River Parish Community College (2018 – 2018)

High School Diploma – Assumption High School (2012 – 2012)