CAMERON Byrd
Automation Specialist
McIntosh,AL
Summary
Automation and Controls Specialist and dedicated team player with knowledge of electrical maintenance and process control. Keen troubleshooter with impressive analytical, verbal, and listening skills. Ten years of public speaking experience paired with event planning organizational skills. Three years of maintenance experience in the chemical plant setting with an unblemished safety record. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at my company. Frequently praised as hardworking by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Dedicated automation professional prepared to drive innovation and efficiency. Recognized for developing and deploying automation strategies that enhance operational workflows. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to evolving project requirements. Expertise in scripting and process optimization, valued for reliability and flexibility.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Automation Specialist
Amns Calvert
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.
- Tested, automated and whitelisted software to be used in secure environments.
- Performed gap analysis procedures and detailed data reviews to optimize implementation.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing automation processes and reducing manual intervention.
- Reduced downtime by effectively troubleshooting and resolving complex control system issues.
- Trained personnel on new control system features, promoting a smooth transition during upgrades or installations.
- Provided technical support for electrical and instrumentation equipment, improving reliability and reducing maintenance costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring successful integration of control systems in various projects.
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician
AM/NS
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Organized and managed smooth preventive maintenance tasks such as evaluating part functionality, cleaning components and removing old seals and gaskets.
- Seasoned in proper use and maintenance of test stands and equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Performed scheduled and planned installation and maintenance duties.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
- Applied functional knowledge and troubleshooting abilities to isolate and diagnose diverse faults.
- Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.
- Operated multimeters, oscilloscopes and other electronic testing devices to accurately diagnose equipment issues.
- Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations.
- Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.
- Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
- Located and addressed electrical connection issues such as frayed wires and worn insulation to prevent larger problems.
- Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications.
- Analyzed engineering designs and suggested improvements and modifications.
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician
Armstrong World Industries
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Selected electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications
- Replaced defective components and parts, used hand tools and precision instruments
- Assembled electrical systems and prototypes, using hand tools and measuring instruments
- Participated in training and continuing education activities to stay abreast of engineering and industry advances
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
- Modified, maintained and repair electronics equipment and systems to ensure proper functioning
- Educated equipment operators on proper use of equipment
- Set up and operated specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test, and analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies, and systems
- Installed and maintained electrical control systems, industrial automation systems, and electrical equipment, including control circuits, variable speed drives, and programmable logic controllers
- Assembled, tested and maintained circuitry and electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools
- Prepared and assembled conduits to connect wiring
- Used troubleshooting techniques to identify malfunctions and repair or substitute damaged units
- Used testing voltmeters and oscilloscopes to verify compatibility and safety of systems.
Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Gulf Packaging Incorporated
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Reassembled, tested, and configured equipment after repairs to verify performance and check quality of fixes
- Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects
- Worked with facility personnel to coordinate shutdowns around operating schedules for minimal downtime
- Examined, measured, and tested units thoroughly to detect defects and check design and operational specifications conformance
- Repaired and adjusted equipment, machines, and defective components to restore function of electrical equipment and systems
- Connected cables, wire, and power supplies to complete circuits and bring equipment online
- Used wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters to trace and diagnose faults
- Handled preventive maintenance work such as routine equipment upkeep and parts replacements
- Calibrated testing instruments regularly to complete accurate work
- Set up and tested industrial equipment to verify proper function
- Completed thorough tests on faulty equipment to correctly diagnose malfunctions
- Kept spare parts stocked and organized and tooling well-maintained for expected workloads
- Interpreted technical documentation such as blueprints and schematics to plan and estimate new installations
- Examined work orders and collected information from equipment operators to understand current problems
- Calculated dimensions and machine settings according to job orders, drawings, blueprints PCB pattern films, and design data
- Initiated trial runs or computer simulations to verify proper programming, machine function, and product results
- Determined project specifications and calculated linear dimensions, radii, and curvatures
- Coordinated workflow to optimize material use and machine setup time
- Evaluated and modified existing programs to improve efficiency and performance
- Developed programs in machine controller language
- Revised programming errors and retested to confirm resolutions were effective
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free.
Iron Worker
Turner Industries
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Followed field instructions to connect columns, beams, and girders
- Rigged cranes to hoist components, tools, and equipment into place
- Corrected problems inside to keep equipment, vats, and fixtures in optimal condition
- Used metal shears, torches, and welding equipment to prepare iron pieces
- Clamped or bolted the parts into position to prepare them for welding or riveting
- Designed and built templates and fixtures with a wide range of hand tools and machinery
- Helped with loading and unloading of heavy equipment to reduce downtime
- Consulted blueprints and construction plans to determine equipment needs and preparation timetable
- Monitored crane activities and proper rigging of equipment such as cables and slings
- Organized parts and equipment database to regulate inventory and order materials as needed to avoid shortages
- Enforced regular preventive maintenance checks for equipment and gear to maintain compliance with company safety policies and OSHA
- Built scaffolding to assist with the installation of molding and other elements located too high for regular ladders
- Read blueprints and technical documentation to correctly install and repair electrical systems
- Evaluated electrical systems to check maintenance, design, and performance
- Used basic carpentry skills to drill holes, tack down wiring and professionally finish visible areas of the building's electrical system.
Cashier
Autozone
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Opening And Closing Duties
- Inventory
- Collected payment for customer purchases
- Adhered to all cash handling policies and procedures
- Maintained merchandise displays, including endcaps, floor displays, and aisles.
Skills
- Experience with Allen Bradley 990-PAB53AF portable PLC
- Experience with Siemens S7
- Experience with Siemens products
- Event planning
- Troubleshooting
- Process control
- Tool and equipment repair
- Blacksmithing
- Experience in troubleshooting & the repair of electrical control circuits
- Experience in proper disconnecting and rewiring of electric motors
- Experience reading and working from prints, schematics, P&ID, etc…
- Experience in troubleshooting & the repair (or replacement) of motor starters
- Experience in using electrical hand tools, power tools, and testers to install or repair electrical equipment
- Able to work with production to troubleshoot problems
- Experience with Allen Bradley Panelview Plus 600 HMI
- Knowledge of Programs such as FactoryTalk, RsLogic Classic, and Studio 5000
- Capable of troubleshooting instrument loops by using loop sheets
- Functional understanding of process instrumentation preventive maintenance procedures
- Experience in Productivity Suite programming software
- Experience in Click programming software
- Experience in Allen Bradley 1305 to Powerflex 753 VFD
- Experience with Automation Direct plc's
- Schematic reading
- Safety monitoring
- Parts replacement
- Industrial equipment repair
- Motivation
- Prioritization
- Organization
- Precision Instruments
- Instrument Test Equipment
- Electrical Installations
- Wiring Layouts
- Basic Tools
- Machine Control Systems
- Work Orders
- Thermal Infrared
- Robotic process automation
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Electromechanical And Instrumentation Technology
Coastal Alabama Community College
Fairhope, AL 08.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor Of Science - Electrical Engineering
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS 08.2024 - Current
Certification
- Level 1 Thermograpy
- ES1 Precision Alignment Certification
- Boom Lift and Forklift
- Man Lift
- Arc Flash
Timeline
Bachelor Of Science - Electrical Engineering
Mississippi State University
08.2024 - Current
Automation Specialist
Amns Calvert
04.2024 - Current
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician
AM/NS
02.2023 - 04.2024
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician
Armstrong World Industries
05.2021 - 02.2023
Industrial Maintenance Electrician
Gulf Packaging Incorporated
08.2020 - 05.2021
Associate Of Applied Science - Electromechanical And Instrumentation Technology
Coastal Alabama Community College
08.2019 - 12.2020
Iron Worker
Turner Industries
02.2017 - 08.2019
Cashier
Autozone
05.2016 - 12.2016
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