Erik Estrada
Houston,TX
Summary
Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, analytics skills coupled with more than 10 years of experience. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements evidenced by zero work loss days. Broad skills in maintenance and bench builds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
QA/QC Technician
C2C Technical Services
12.2023 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to install new instruments, ensuring proper functionality and seamless integration into existing systems.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Suggested specialized fixtures, test equipment and procedures for failure analysis.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
QA/QC Technician
NES Global
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Contributed to the development of preventive maintenance schedules, leading to a decrease in unexpected breakdowns.
- Cultivated productive working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, fostering effective teamwork within the organization.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Optimized resource allocation with careful planning and forecasting of project requirements.
- Coordinated with construction teams to resolve any onsite issues promptly, minimizing delays or disruptions in project timelines.
- Verified viability and compliance for systems and circuits.
Instrument Supervisor
EnerMech
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Improved instrument accuracy by conducting regular calibration and maintenance procedures.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by optimizing and implementing new instrument configurations.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training sessions on proper instrument usage and safety protocols.
- Reduced equipment downtime, conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Developed comprehensive documentation of instrument specifications, guidelines, and standard operating procedures for consistent performance across the team.
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Isc Constructors
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Improved system efficiency by installing, maintaining, and calibrating instrumentation and control equipment.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance tasks by implementing a preventative maintenance program for all control systems.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting routine inspections of instrumentation and control systems.
- Optimized plant performance with timely troubleshooting and repair of various process instruments and controls.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Contech Services
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Reviewed existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated material.
- Devised and implemented updates and resolutions for handling risks, maintaining compliance and improving designs.
- Implemented operational timelines for service shut-offs to be observed.
- Plotted equipment response time and fault range information on graph to determine relay curves.
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Universal Plant Services
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Improved system efficiency by diagnosing and resolving technical issues promptly.
- Optimized plant performance with the development of control strategies for complex processes.
- Enhanced process efficiency by designing and implementing advanced instrumentation systems.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Instrument Technician
Matrix Service Company
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.
- Performed scheduled and planned installation and maintenance duties.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
Instrumentation and Control Technician
The Newtron Group
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Improved system efficiency by installing, maintaining, and calibrating instrumentation and control equipment.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance tasks by implementing a preventative maintenance program for all control systems.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting routine inspections of instrumentation and control systems.
- Optimized plant performance with timely troubleshooting and repair of various process instruments and controls.
Electrical Supervisor
S&B Construction
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Coordinated electrical system maintenance and repair with other departments, outside agencies and public utilities.
- Supervised and evaluated installation and repair of lights and power in buildings and facilities.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated electrical and mechanical engineering staff.
- Analyzed complex technical problems, determined solutions and made sound decisions.
I&E Technician
Zachry Group
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Enhanced system efficiency by calibrating and maintaining instrumentation and control devices.
- Reduced equipment downtime through routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting hazard assessments and implementing corrective measures for identified issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize plant operations and improve overall performance.
Electrical Foreman
S&B Construction
04.2016 - 06.2018
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Prioritized and distributed work assignments, selecting employees by strength in skills required for each task.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
Electrician
S&B Construction
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
Education
No Degree - Scheduling
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
Baytown, TX04.2021
No Degree - Planning P6
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
Baytown, TX09.2019
NCCER - Instrumentation Technician
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
Baytown, TX04.2017
High School Diploma -
Mac Arthur High School
Houston, TX04.2011
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Customer Service
- System Installation
- Cost Control
- OSHA Compliance
- Equipment Calibration
- System Troubleshooting
- Tech-Savvy
- Documentation and Reporting
- Performance Improvement
- Recordkeeping
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Customer Relations
- Project Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QA/QC Technician
C2C Technical Services
12.2023 - Current
QA/QC Technician
NES Global
06.2022 - 11.2023
Instrument Supervisor
EnerMech
04.2022 - 11.2022
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Isc Constructors
04.2022 - 06.2022
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Contech Services
02.2022 - 04.2022
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Universal Plant Services
01.2022 - 03.2022
Instrument Technician
Matrix Service Company
11.2021 - 01.2022
Instrumentation and Control Technician
The Newtron Group
07.2021 - 09.2021
Electrical Supervisor
S&B Construction
01.2021 - 07.2021
I&E Technician
Zachry Group
06.2018 - 01.2021
Electrical Foreman
S&B Construction
04.2016 - 06.2018
Electrician
S&B Construction
04.2013 - 03.2016
No Degree - Scheduling
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
No Degree - Planning P6
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
NCCER - Instrumentation Technician
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Mac Arthur High School
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