Andres Rios
BAYTOWN,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instrument Foreman
Contech
Taylor , TX
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided technical guidance to other team members regarding installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of instruments.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines set by customers or upper management.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on instruments and components such as valves, transmitters, switches, gauges.
- Worked closely with vendors in selecting appropriate instruments for specific applications based on cost-benefit analysis.
- Supervised and monitored all instrumentation personnel, ensuring that all tasks were completed in a safe and timely manner.
- Resolved issues related to instrumentation by diagnosing problems using schematics and diagrams and making necessary adjustments or repairs accordingly.
Instrument Technician
Contech control services
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Installed new instruments and associated wiring in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Troubleshot problems with electronic components such as circuit boards, amplifiers and transducers.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Provided technical support by answering questions about the functioning of instruments or their calibration status.
- Programmed programmable logic controllers based on specifications provided by engineers.
Instrument Foreman
Austin Industries
Channelview , TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
Instrument Fitter
AVS industrial
Pasadena, TX
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assembled, installed, and maintained a variety of precision instruments.
- Tested instrument systems for accuracy and reliability.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components in accordance with safety regulations.
- Ensured that all instruments are functioning properly prior to installation.
- Installed process control systems including valves, gauges, transmitters, switches, relays.
- Identified problems with existing instrumentation systems and recommended solutions.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding instrumentation issues or concerns.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, soldering irons.
- Installed industrial instruments and equipment.
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
Contech Controls
Deer Park, TX
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Read, interpret and work from blueprints, skhes, diagrams and other technical documents to determine the instrumentation requirements.
- Perform layout of instruments in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Install and maintain process control systems including pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical components.
- Test completed installations to ensure accuracy prior to startup of system.
- Assemble valves, regulators and related components according to manufacturer's specifications.
Instrument Technician
DDT Services
Houston, TX
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Inspected, evaluated and determined necessary modifications or performed simple repairs.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Built, calibrated and maintained electrical instruments used in design development processes.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
Instrument Technician
Austin Industrial
Laporte , TX
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Built, calibrated and maintained electrical instruments used in design development processes.
- Tested performance of in-development parts, assemblies and systems under simulated operating conditions to optimize plans.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Instrument Foreman
Bilfinger Industrial Services
Laporte , TX
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Instrumentation Technician
Big G Electric
Alpine, AK
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Removed damaged components and instrument systems to complete repairs or replace parts.
- Tested and troubleshot instruments, components and assemblies using circuit testers, oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
- Maintained neat and clean shop area.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Inspected newly installed equipment to adjust operating problems.
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
Contech Control Service Inc.
LaPorte, TX
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Carefully inspected worksites to determine presence of any obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Operated benders and tools to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Verified and gathered new measurements with to determine proper sizing of piping.
- Ordered fittings and materials and created delivery schedules to coincide with project timelines.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Instrument Technician/ Instrument Fitter
C2C
Dickinson, ND
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements, including pressure transmitters, flow transmitters and level transmitters.
- Adhered to all safety and environmental requirements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Tested performance of in-development parts, assemblies and systems under simulated operating conditions to optimize plans.
- Built, calibrated and maintained electrical instruments used in design development processes.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Set up and operated specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test or analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems.
- Constructed and tested electronic circuits and installed point-to-point wire harnesses and connectors.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Instrument Fitter/ Technician
contech control services
LaPorte, TX
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Adhered to all safety and environmental requirements .
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements, including control valves, flow and pressure transmitters.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components, including removing and replacing defective parts.
- Tested performance of in-development parts, assemblies and systems under simulated operating conditions to optimize plans.
- Built, calibrated and maintained electrical instruments used in design development processes.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Constructed and tested electronic circuits and installed point-to-point wire harnesses and connectors.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Instrument Fitter/Instrument Technician Journeyman
floore industrial contractors
Moss Point, MS
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Cut pipes based on the specific layout of a blueprint and bent pipes to fit the layout.
- Checked performance using testing and measuring instruments.
- Assembled and installed precise instruments that measure, transmit, record and control.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Bench calibrate instruments and install
- 5 point calibrate control valves
- Sell loops
Instrument Fitter
S&B Engineers and Constructors Ltd.
Mont Belvieu, TX
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Oversaw all projects to ensure jobs were completed in a timely manner to achieve on-time delivery.
- Assembled and installed precise instruments that measure, transmit, record and control.
- Identified, removed and replaced worn components to maximize system functionality.
- Cut pipes based on the specific layout of a blueprint and bent pipes to fit the layout.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Install instruments
- Install air pipe
- Connect instruments
- Read P&IDs drawings
Instrument Technician
Austin Industrial
Deer Park, TX
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Repaired and adjusted system components, including removing and replacing defective parts.
- Troubleshooted and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements, including level transmitters, pressure and flow instruments.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Orbital welding tubing
- Speed bite tubing
- Cone and thread tubing
- High pressure operations
Instrument Technician
Triad Electronics Services
Deer Park, TX
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Inspected, evaluated and determined necessary modifications or performed simple repairs.
- Replaced worn and defective components to maintain optimal performance.
- Perform quality assurance prior to delivery of final work to clients.
- Set up, calibrated and tested industrial electrical equipment to assess functionality for planned uses.
Instrument Technician
CH2M HILL
Prudhoe Bay, AK
04.2015 - 10.2016
- Checked performance using testing and measuring instruments.
- Assembled and installed precise instruments that measure, transmit, record and control.
- Oversaw all projects to ensure jobs were completed in a timely manner to achieve on-time delivery.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- North slope work
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
Instrument Technician
OSI
Ingleside, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Troubleshot problems with electronic components such as circuit boards, amplifiers and transducers.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements .
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
Baytown, TX06.1999
Skills
- Job order prioritization
- Knowledgeable of applicable local codes
- Equipment testing
- Piping specifications
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Exceptional problem solver
- Planning and coordination
- Communications
- Problem resolution
- Supervision
- Install instruments
- Read drawings
- Walk down jobs
- Calibrate instruments
- Sell loops
Certification
NCCER PLUS FOR INSTRUMENT FITTER SINCE 2010
- Certified instrumenttechnician,
- #2286796
Timeline
Instrument Technician
OSI
02.2025 - Current
Instrument Foreman
Contech
03.2024 - 01.2025
Instrument Technician
Contech control services
02.2024 - 01.2025
Instrument Fitter
AVS industrial
01.2024 - 01.2024
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
Contech Controls
11.2023 - 12.2023
Instrument Technician
DDT Services
10.2023 - 10.2023
Instrument Technician
Austin Industrial
05.2023 - 09.2023
Instrument Foreman
Austin Industries
08.2022 - 02.2023
Instrument Foreman
Bilfinger Industrial Services
08.2021 - 08.2022
Instrumentation Technician
Big G Electric
06.2021 - 08.2022
Instrument Fitter/ Technician
contech control services
03.2021 - 05.2021
Instrument Technician/ Instrument Fitter
C2C
07.2020 - 11.2021
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
Contech Control Service Inc.
06.2020 - 08.2022
Instrument Fitter/Instrument Technician Journeyman
floore industrial contractors
04.2020 - 06.2020
Instrument Fitter
S&B Engineers and Constructors Ltd.
08.2019 - 04.2020
Instrument Technician
Austin Industrial
08.2017 - 07.2019
Instrument Technician
Triad Electronics Services
02.2017 - 06.2017
Instrument Technician
CH2M HILL
04.2015 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School