Alexis Bazaldua
Summary
Experienced with calibrating and maintaining instrumentation systems to ensure accurate readings. Utilizes technical problem-solving skills to diagnose and fix issues efficiently. Strong understanding of instrumentation protocols and safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrumentation Technician
Contech Control Services
10.2020 - Current
- Commissioned instruments through the new facility using P&IDs
- Troubleshooting of instruments, control valves, block valves, and PLCs
- Did loop checks daily to ensure loop to DCS was correct
- Electrically clearing motors utilizing one-line diagrams
- Wire/unwire of 120V and 480V motors
- Utilized electrical drawings to wire up equipment including motors, transmitters, lighting
- Complete daily scheduled work while also troubleshooting any e-jobs
- Set up and calibrate instruments such as pressure, flow, level, and temperature
- Troubleshoot electrical equipment such as motors, switchgear, and MOV's
- Leveraged analytical skills to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring timely project completion and adherence to safety protocols
- Conducted troubleshooting procedures and root cause analysis to determine causes of problems.
- Provided technical support during plant shutdowns and startups, ensuring smooth transitions without compromising system integrity.
- Installed maintained, and repaired various types of instruments to ensure optimal functionality.
- Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
- Cleaned and adjusted instruments.
- Inspected equipment to detect electrical leaks and other problems.
- Trained new technicians on best practices in instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques for better performance results overall.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Streamlined operations by programming PLCs, DCSs, and other automation devices for optimal performance within specific parameters.
- Played a key role in achieving departmental goals by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives that fostered a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Electrician
Saber Power Services
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
Electrician
UEI/Wood Group
07.2012 - 04.2018
- Certified Electrical License
- Maintain current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations
- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs safely to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
- Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, beams or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
- Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools
- Thread conduit ends, connect couplings, and fabricate and secure conduit support brackets, using hand tools
- Pull wires from junction boxes to instruments
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools
- Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools
- Place conduit, pipes, or tubing, inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
- Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications
- Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter
- Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools
Education
Brazosport College
Clute, Texas04.2024
High School Diploma -
Brazosport High School
Freeport, Texas09.2010
Skills
- 7 year of industrial experience
- TWIC certified
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Accomplished OSHA test courses
- Technical knowledge of the field
- Strong leadership qualities
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Proficient knowledge of hardware and software
- Excellent time management skills
- Interpretation skills
- Good team player
- Flexible to work in any work schedule
- Excellent knowledge of work process
- Ability to maintain relationships with people
- Positive approach and motivational support
- Certified Forklift operator
- Certified Scissor Lift operator
- Certified JLG operator
- Clean driving record
- Ability to work in all types of weather
- Pneumatic Systems Knowledge
- Wiring diagrams
- Instrumentation Installation
- Instrument Calibration
- Schematic reading
- Testing Procedures
- Control Systems Troubleshooting
- Control Valves Maintenance
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Instrumentation Technician
Contech Control Services
10.2020 - Current
Electrician
Saber Power Services
04.2018 - 09.2020
Electrician
UEI/Wood Group
07.2012 - 04.2018
Brazosport College
High School Diploma -
Brazosport High School