Clark Fontaine III
Belle Chasse,LA
Summary
Dynamic Instrument Technician with 13 years of experience known for productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in calibration, troubleshooting complex systems, and preventive maintenance. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operational functionality across various technical environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrument Technician
PBF Energy
Chalmette, Louisiana
08.2018 - Current
- Troubleshoot, repair, and install complex instrument and process monitoring equipment using advanced methods
- Work closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment
- Provide technical support to operations personnel regarding instrumentation issues
- Calibrate, test and adjust flowmeters to ensure accurate reading (e.g., Rosemount and Honeywell transmitters)
- Repair and adjust system components by removing and replacing defective parts
- Train and supervise new technicians during repair work or installations of new systems
- Review engineering MOC drawings for accuracy before installing components
- Install new instruments and associated wiring in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards
- Perform maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments
- Troubleshoot problems with electronic components such as circuit boards, amplifiers and transducers
- Recommend and communicate changes and improvements in preventive maintenance and maintenance schedules
- Lead technician during several turnarounds and outages (e.g., Flare and FCCU outages)
Instrument Technician
Triad Electric & Controls
Chalmette, Louisiana
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Support and participate in the site’s loss prevention system
- Installation of various types of instruments, control valves, conduit, wiring, and tubing
- Troubleshooting, repair, replacement, and testing of instrument loops, electrical circuits, and equipment
- Off-line and on-line preventative maintenance of equipment and instrument calibrations
- Knowledge and use of multi-meters, smart communicators, pressure calibrators, thermocouple/RTD simulators, etc.
- Monitor performance of instrumentation equipment
- Maintain HCP transmitters
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, loop drawings, and electrical schematics
- Use of docpro to locate piping instrumentation and diagrams (PIDs) and loop sheets
Field Measurement Technician
Zedi
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
11.2012 - 10.2016
- Maintaining and scheduling of meter tests and witnesses at sales points
- Installation and calibration of meter stations - electronic and dry flow meters
- Oversee field balancing, ensuring correct measurement at sales point
- Maintain field service inventory gulf coast customers
- Responsible for efficient field service scheduling for the customer and company
- Coordination of Measurement Data to office support Measurement Supervisor solving measurement irregularities
- Interaction with Measurement Supervisor reviewing customer concerns and solving service-related issues
- Proving of LACT Units, procuring gas and oil samples, and collection of data
Multi-Craft Carpenter
Clark Fontaine Marine & Construction
Empire, LA
06.2006 - 10.2012
- Assisted in new builds and repairs of residential homes and oilfield marine vessels.
- Supported skilled tradespeople in various construction activities daily.
- Interpreted blueprints and architectural drawings to guide construction efforts.
- Operated various tools including saws, drills, sanders for carpentry tasks, and laser measuring tools.
- Assisted in the installation of windows, doors, flooring, siding, roofing, and drywall.
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship in finishing work, including cabinetry and trim installation.
- Performed minor electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and HVAC repairs when needed.
Education
Process Technician - Process Technician Program
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, Louisiana, United States12.2012
High School Diploma -
Buras High School
Buras, LA05-2006
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Highly proficient in instrumentation troubleshooting and repairs
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Process monitoring
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety and environmental protocols (eg, LPSA)
- Vibration monitoring equipment (eg, Bently Nevada 3300/3500)
Training and Certifications
- Chevron Measurement Champ Class
- Shell Liquid Measurement
- ABB Total-Flow
- SCBA and Fire Extinguishing Hands On Training
- Water Survival
- Chevron Stop Work Authority
- TWIC Card
- GSI Tank Gauging Systems
- Bently Nevada Vibration 3500 Class
- Vega Radar
- SAP at PBF Energy
- NFDA 70E
Timeline
Instrument Technician
PBF Energy
08.2018 - Current
Instrument Technician
Triad Electric & Controls
10.2016 - 08.2018
Field Measurement Technician
Zedi
11.2012 - 10.2016
Multi-Craft Carpenter
Clark Fontaine Marine & Construction
06.2006 - 10.2012
Process Technician - Process Technician Program
Nunez Community College
High School Diploma -
Buras High School