Christopher Ogden
Longview,TX
Summary
Control System Mechanic at Eastman Chemical with a strong track record in troubleshooting instruments and conducting electrical testing. Expertise in enhancing equipment functionality through precise calibration and adherence to safety standards. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a commitment to teamwork drive optimal performance in high-pressure settings..
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control System Mechanic
Eastman Chemical
Longview, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Expertise in Safety Standards across various processes and rationales behind implementation.
- Comprehended wiring procedures for three-phase motors and executed troubleshooting techniques
- Wiring and setting up step-down and step-up transformers
- Proficiency in Live-Dead-Live testing for Lockouts
- Proficient understanding and hands-on experience in calibrating multiple transmitter types (Rosemont), focusing on pressure, flow, and temperature
- Diagnosing radar level transmitters
- Diagnosing interlocks and ensuring optimal functionality
- Interprets wiring diagrams for diverse troubleshooting tasks.
- Service and restore functionality of control valves
- Repaired and replaced defective parts to ensure optimal equipment functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and repair processes.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements .
Instrument Service Technician
Pender Industrial
Monroe, LA
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Valve Rebuilds including Ball, Gate, and Butterfly
- Calibration of Valves and Actuators
- Mounting and Sealing Kits
- 4-20 ma Electrical Wiring
- T.A.P. Safe Certifications
- Contractor risk management knowledge
- Managed inventory of parts and tools for timely repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls, repairs, and parts used.
- Performed onsite repair of equipment at customer locations.
- Repaired faulty components such as valves and switches.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
Maintenance Technician
BMH Farms
Bonita, LA
05.2018 - 10.2023
- Executed repairs on 120 V pumps to ensure reliable operation.
- Fixed bearings to improve machinery efficiency.
- Conducted electrical wiring to support system integrity.
- Repaired irrigation wells
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs.
- Conducted routine maintenance on farm equipment and machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA05-2023
Skills
- Troubleshooting instruments with 4-20mA loops
- Electrical testing
- Circuit diagnosis and repair
- PLC programming and ladder logic
- Calibration of smart transmitters
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Technical standards knowledge
- Industrial measurement terminology
- Basic electricity principles
- Industrial process principles
- Calibration and equipment usage
- Safety practices in industrial measurement
- Calibrating transmitters
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout testing
- Valve rebuilding
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Workplace safety
Certification
- NC3 Wire Pathways-Rotary
- Wire Pathways Knockouts
- 3-Phase Sequencing and Motor Rotation
- Branch and Series Level Termination
- OSHA
- WorkKeys (Gold on three, and Silver on Applied Technology)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Control System Mechanic
Eastman Chemical
02.2024 - Current
Instrument Service Technician
Pender Industrial
10.2023 - 02.2024
Maintenance Technician
BMH Farms
05.2018 - 10.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Instrumentation
Louisiana Delta Community College