ANTHONY SCOTT LAWRENCE
Radford,VA
Summary
Precision-focused instrumentation technician with hands-on experience in calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of field instruments, valves, transmitters, and control systems. Supports safe operations in hazardous areas through accurate documentation, diagnostic checks, and steady teamwork that helps reduce downtime.
Overview
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1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrumentation Technician
BAE Systems
Fairlawn, USA
09.2025 - Current
- Safe operation of hazardous-area instruments was supported through installation and calibration work on 480V systems and explosive materials.
- Facility valve reliability was improved through rebuild and installation work that supported operational safety.
- Accurate measurement of dangerous materials was delivered through scale calibration, commissioning, and rebuild work.
- Equipment downtime was reduced through diagnostics and root cause analysis on malfunctioning assets.
- Repair accuracy was improved by using technical manuals, drawings, and schematics to guide decisions.
Rideshare Driver
Uber And Lyft
Blacksburg, Virginia
01.2019 - Current
- Safe passenger transport supported compliant, reliable trips to destinations.
- Timely service came from route changes based on traffic conditions.
- Efficient trip management resulted from advanced driving techniques and strong safety focus.
- Professional vehicle presentation remained strong through regular cleaning and inspections.
- Higher earnings and smoother operations resulted from balancing priorities during peak hours.
- Strong passenger ratings reflected cleanliness, safety, and customer service.
High School Sports Official
Virginia High School League
01.1998 - Current
- effectively enforced rules across diverse sports like basketball, baseball, volleyball, and softball.
Manager
Xtreme Springz Trampoline Park
Christiansburg, USA
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Oversaw daily operations to uphold efficiency and quality standards.
- Managed automated supply ordering for park supplies, ensuring timely availability.
- Conducted basic maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, and structural repairs.
- Trained employees across multiple roles to ensure adequate coverage.
Merchandiser
Blue Ridge Beverage
Salem, VA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
- Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock to discard outdated items.
- Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal promotions.
- Built effective partner store relationships to improve customer satisfaction.
Transit Operator/Para Transit Operator
Blacksburg Transit
Blacksburg, USA
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Operated routes in Blacksburg and Christiansburg, prioritizing safety, courtesy, and efficiency.
- Completed daily shift reports detailing incidents and key information for professionals.
- Maintained constant communication with dispatchers regarding locations, routes, and traffic conditions.
Education
AAS - Instrumentation and Automation Control
New River Community College
Dublin, VA05-2025
AAS - Electrical Engineering Technology
New River Community College
Dublin, VA08-2023
CSC - Mechatronics Fundamentals
New River Community College
Dublin, VA08-2023
CSC - Practical Electronics Technician I and II
New River Community College
Dublin, VA08-2023
CSC - Practical Electrical Technician I and II
New River Community College
Dublin, VA08-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Finance
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VASkills
- Instrumentation installation and SCADA operation
- Temperature sensor management
- Variable frequency drives
- Wiring diagrams and plans
- Level measurement techniques
- Schematic reading and interpretation
- PLC programming
- Environmental assessments and monitoring
- Control valves maintenance
- Power distribution systems
- Hazardous area classification
- Flow meter calibration
- Gas detection systems operation
- DCS configuration and field instrumentation
- Electrical schematics interpretation
- Analyzer systems operation
- Pressure transmitter handling
- Process control optimization
- Vibration monitoring equipment
- Control systems troubleshooting
- Instrument calibration techniques
- Pneumatic systems expertise
- Technical documentation preparation
- Safety protocols adherence
- Measurement devices proficiency
- Testing protocols and procedures execution
- Motor control centers management
- Preventive maintenance execution and loop tuning expertise
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Maximo and Maximo Inventory Systems
- Customer service and retention
- Attentive customer service
- Exceptional customer service
- Customer service and support
- Stock replenishment
- Vendor relations
- Stock rotation
- Active listener
- Pricing and signage updates
- Reliable and punctual
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Association, Completed 30-hour Industrial Safety course.
- Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, Class B CDL with a P endorsement with air brakes.
- PASS Certification, Allows drivers to operate paratransit vehicles.
- SafeSport Certification, Allows sports officials to coach/officiate youth sports.
- DOD/ATF Explosives Handling Permit
- CPR Certified
Laboratory Experience
- Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and VFD/Servo Drives
- Programming and building HMI interfaces for SCADA systems
- FANUC and ABB Robots
- Ultrasonic sensors
- P&IDs and loop diagrams
- Thermistors, RTDs, Thermocouples
- Hydraulic and pneumatic valves
- I/P transducers
- Multimeters
- Flow, level, pressure, and temperature transmitters
- PH analyzers
- Actuators
- Monometers
- Temperature, limit, and pressure switches
- Networking
- Wireless, serial, and ethernet communications
- Protective relays
- Power distribution systems (utility specific)
- Dispatching and communications with coworkers
- Microsoft Office Suite experience
- Electrical power distribution systems transmission troubleshooting
- AC/DC Electrical and wiring diagrams
- Reading and understanding transmission and distribution power diagrams and charts
- NEC Code experience
- 2D CAD projects
- Installing and replacing plumbing fixtures
- Installing and replacing electrical fixtures
Timeline
Instrumentation Technician
BAE Systems
09.2025 - Current
Manager
Xtreme Springz Trampoline Park
09.2022 - 07.2023
Merchandiser
Blue Ridge Beverage
01.2020 - 08.2022
Rideshare Driver
Uber And Lyft
01.2019 - Current
Transit Operator/Para Transit Operator
Blacksburg Transit
01.2014 - 01.2020
High School Sports Official
Virginia High School League
01.1998 - Current
AAS - Instrumentation and Automation Control
New River Community College
AAS - Electrical Engineering Technology
New River Community College
CSC - Mechatronics Fundamentals
New River Community College
CSC - Practical Electronics Technician I and II
New River Community College
CSC - Practical Electrical Technician I and II
New River Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Finance
Virginia Tech