Jason West
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Credentials
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CompTIA Security+
CompTIAOct, 2009- Nov, 2024
Experience
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JW RCA
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Principal
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Nov 2012 - Present
Provide consulting services for the following topics, specializing in oil, gas and construction industries: - Root Cause Analysis of Pipeline, Equipment, Structure and Health & Safety Accidents.- Quality Reviews of Accident Investigations- Hazard Operability Studies- Incident Investigation Program Development and Review- Work and Work Execution Management Practices- Facility Security and Risk Assessment- Field and Office Training Program Review- Health and Safety Program Review- Management of Change Process Review- Operations and Maintenance Manuals Quality Review- Regulatory Audit and Preaudit Support- PHMSA, OSHA, EPA, and other agency Liaison- Records Management Program Review- Code Interpretation- Independent Third Party (ITP) Services
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Enbridge Energy (US)
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Technical Services Supervisor
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Nov 2019 - Present
Supervising nine electrical and mechanical technicians maintaining 300 miles of liquids pipelines. Highly experienced with data analysis, work management, and program development. Led 115 accident investigations across the organization. Responsible for forecasting and managing $1.2M operations budget and various capital projects. Enterprise Emergency Response Planning Section Chief and Evaluator.
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Regulatory Compliance Advisor
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Dec 2016 - Nov 2019
Responsible for managing regulatory compliance for over 1400 miles of crude oil and natural gas pipelines, storage facilities and pump stations in the Great Lakes Region.Lead investigator for all Great Lakes Region Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) reportable releases and select Health and Safety incidents.Designated Subject Matter Expert reviewer for non-reportable leak investigations led by Regional Supervisors and Managers.Highly versed in all US safety, environmental, pipeline, and company regulations, policies, and procedures as well as a strong familiarity with API and NFPA standards impacting Pipeline OperationsExemplary knowledge in incident management, liquids pipelines operations, measurement, and associated Process Safety ManagementNational Incident Management System (NIMS) Planning Section Chief and Technical Specialist in Great Lakes Region's Incident Command System (ICS)Participating as a member of the Operations Training Advisory Team, Regional and Corporate Leak Reduction Teams and chairing the Chicago Region Operational Reliability Group.
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Regional Compliance Coordinator
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Aug 2014 - Dec 2016
Responsible for managing regulatory compliance for over 1400 miles of crude oil and natural gas pipelines, storage facilities and pump stations in the Chicago Region.Lead investigator for all Chicago Region Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) reportable leaks.Designated Subject Matter Expert reviewer for non-reportable leak investigations led by Regional Supervisors and Managers.Highly versed in all US safety, environmental, pipeline, and company regulations, policies, and procedures as well as a strong familiarity with API and NFPA standards impacting OperationsExemplary knowledge in incident management, liquids pipelines operations, measurement, and associated Process Safety ManagementAssigned role of Planning Section Chief and Technical Specialist in Chicago Region's Incident Command SystemParticipating as a member of the Operations Training Advisory Team, Regional and Corporate Leak Reduction Teams and chairing the Chicago Region Operational Reliability Group.
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Operations Coordinator
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Jan 2014 - Aug 2014
Worked as Operations Coordinator and Field Safety Coordinator for Griffith Area operationsActing assistant for all Griffith Area supervisors and Griffith Area Operations ManagerHighly versed in all US safety, environmental, pipeline, and company regulations, policies, and procedures as well as a strong familiarity with API and NFPA standards impacting OperationsExemplary knowledge in incident management, liquids pipelines operations, measurement, and associated Process Safety ManagementAssigned role of Resource Unit Leader in Chicago Region's Incident Command SystemAssigned $2M in projects for Griffith Area, including fire protection system upgrades, building construction, waste management, and oil storage tank modificationsResponsible for advanced statistical trending and data management of KPIs through VBA scriptingDeveloping and leading an asset management initiative and team for Chicago Region operating areasParticipated as a member of the Operator Qualification Steering Committee, Safety Observations Subcommittee, Critical Task Analysis Committee, Hazard Assessment Process Focus Group, chaired the Chicago Region Rules and Procedures Subcommittee, and acted as a contingency member/resource for Terminal Operations Review Team and Safety Advisory Team on behalf of Chicago RegionManaging and administering governmental, company, and industry documents applicable to operations
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Assistant Terminal Supervisor
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May 2003 - Jan 2014
Assisted the Griffith Terminal Supervisor in performance, budget, and project management in the Griffith Terminal.Responsible for maintenance and administration of regulatory documents to include: Title V Air Permit; National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures Plan; and Griffith and Hartsdale Pre-Fire PlansResident consultant for all HSE topics applicable to Enbridge Energy
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Terminal Maintainer
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May 2003 - Jul 2012
Responsible for maintenance of Griffith Terminal, DOT compliance, and managing small projects related to terminal operations.
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Tactical Data Systems Maintenance Officer
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Jan 2017 - Present
Coordinate and lead the modification, calibration and maintenance cycle of tactical communications assets with Marine Air Support Squadron 6 Detachment AResponsible for providing guidance and leadership to direct reports and developingenlisted leaders and junior officers within the squadronEnsuring Training & Readiness Events are coordinated, executed, and recorded tomaintain the squadron’s force readinessActing SME on USMC Tactical Data Systems and Maintenance ManagementMentorship and counsel of Staff Non-Commissioned Officers for performance andmission accomplishment
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Marine Corps Recruiting
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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System Administrator Chief
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May 2014 - Dec 2022
Reserve SNCOIC of Communications and Electronics Section for MTACS-48. Manage performance of small group leaders and system administrators in the fielding, installation, and maintenance of tactical data systems in Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 48.Active engagement in the planning of large scale exercises.
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Tactical Data Systems Administrator
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Nov 2004 - May 2014
Leading a team of highly specialized system administrators in the fielding, installation, and maintenance of tactical data systems in Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 48.
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Education
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2015 - 2022
Purdue University Calumet
BS Engineering Physics (in progress), Engineering Physics
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