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Gary L. Jones II

Henderson,TX

Summary

With 17.5 years of experience in the oil & gas industry, this detail-oriented and self-motivated professional has focused on the maintenance, repair, and calibration of automation, electrical, and communication systems. Additionally, there is 6 years of military service in the Air Force, where extensive skills in electronic and communication systems maintenance were acquired. Instinctive troubleshooting abilities and root cause analysis skills enable the application of a high degree of diagnostic and analytical techniques. Strong ability to define solutions and construct operational fixes for internal system problems, always with a focus on minimizing downtime and ensuring overall mission critical success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Automation Technician

Momentum Midstream
01.2024 - Current
  • Determined layouts to install wiring in automated systems based on drawings and code specifications.
  • Participated in cross-functional meetings to provide input on potential areas of improvement within manufacturing operations using automation technologies.
  • Provided technical support to operators, addressing issues promptly to minimize production delays.
  • Spearheaded efforts in upgrading legacy systems with newer, more advanced automation technology that resulted in increased productivity.

Senior Automation Technician

Midcoast Energy Partners
10.2019 - 01.2024
  • Trained operators on the use of newly installed automation equipment, contributing to a seamless transition during implementation phases.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and proactive troubleshooting of automation equipment.
  • Managed spare parts inventory for automated equipment, reducing lead times on critical repairs and minimizing downtime costs.
  • Performed root cause analysis on automation-related issues, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

Automation/ Communication Technician

Enbridge Pipeline
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Assisted in the design of custom communication solutions tailored to unique client needs.
  • Continuously sought opportunities for professional development within the field of communications technology, refining skills and expanding knowledge to better serve clients.
  • Optimized communication infrastructure with timely maintenance and upgrades.

Corrosion Control School

Kilgore College
06.2016 - 11.2017
  • Furthering Education and adding Corrosion Control to resume
  • Coursework including public speaking and business computer programming
  • Coursework in corrosion control classes

Transferred - Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Anadarko Petroleum
12.2009 - 03.2016
  • Quality assurance of Automation/Electrical and Instrumentation Technician responsibilities:
  • Assisted in upgrade in meters, with new boards and radios at each site location
  • Performed automation maintenance or installations around the Carthage/N.E
  • Louisiana area
  • Including quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections of equipment
  • Cared for pumping units and 480 volt systems supplying them
  • Assisted co-workers in assurance of plant shutdowns and preventive maintenance programs
  • Directed installs and programming of automated plunger setups in the entire Carthage area
  • Expertise in Cygnet, Scada communication system
  • Independently assisted third party vendors such as Alliance Electric, Kimray, Rosemount, GE Pumps, Schlumberger, etc
  • With company projects
  • Reliable in on call duties and flexible in schedule, including overtime opportunities
  • Attended any and all safety meetings and maintained safe practices while on the job

Automation / Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Anadarko Petroleum
08.2007 - 12.2009
  • Installs, maintains, prepares, and designs communications network backbone for Uintah Basin field supporting operations for Anadarko Petroleum
  • Accountable for all field communications including: towers, compressor stations, repeater locations and salt water facilities
  • Team player who assists in critical field service maintenance
  • Began career programming on PLC controllers for plants and stations
  • Reliable in on call duties and flexible in schedule, including overtime opportunities

Promoted - Ground Communications Team Chief

Tinker AFB
06.2004 - 08.2007
  • In addition to Ground Radio Maintenance Technician/Apprentice responsibilities:
  • Assisted supply manager for the work center, ordering and tracking all parts used for maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Responsible for two-man deployable mission radio support team

Promoted – Ground Radio Maintenance Technician

Tinker AFB
08.2003 - 05.2004
  • In addition to Ground Radio Maintenance Apprentice responsibilities:
  • Upgraded and maintained base early warning weather siren system
  • Deployed 4 months to Shabaz Air Base, Pakistan; duties included, maintaining LMR for air base, as well as, Provided LOS, VHF/UHF communications for air traffic control tower, command post and headquarters building
  • Provided secure SATCOM (voice/data) for PREDATOR Operations

Ground Radio Maintenance Apprentice

Tinker AFB
08.2002 - 07.2003
  • Installs, maintains, prepares, and deploys Ground Communications equipment supporting the 5524 Air Control Wing (ACW), E-3 Airborne Warning and Control System mission (AWACS)
  • Coordinates use and availability of communications assets with customers and wing agencies in support of contingency tasking’s
  • Controls and sets-up High-Frequency (HF) Long-Haul, Very-High Frequency (VHF), and Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) Ground-to-Air, and UHF Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems
  • Deploys and operates encryption devices, secure telephones, Land Mobile Radio (LMR), and pager systems

Education

Air Force Training Course -

10.2005

Metallurgy and Internal Corrosion Course Work - undefined

04.2025

OJT of Automation devices - undefined

03.2016

President of the United States (POTUS) Missions - undefined

05.2007

Iron Falcon Exercise - undefined

United Arab of Emirates
12.2006

Maple Flag Exercise - undefined

Cold Lake
05.2006

Red Flag Exercise - undefined

Nellis AFB
04.2006

WSME (Weapons School Mass Employment) - undefined

06.2004

Ground Radio Comm Apprentice Course - undefined

07.2002

Electronic Principals - undefined

01.2002

Skills

  • Electronic Systems
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Job Planning
  • Problem Solving
  • AC/DC Motors
  • AC/DC Circuits
  • Maintenance/Material Control
  • Electrical Safety
  • Technical Training
  • Hazardous Material Control
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Process automation
  • Variable frequency drives

Timeline

Senior Automation Technician

Momentum Midstream
01.2024 - Current

Senior Automation Technician

Midcoast Energy Partners
10.2019 - 01.2024

Automation/ Communication Technician

Enbridge Pipeline
11.2017 - 10.2019

Corrosion Control School

Kilgore College
06.2016 - 11.2017

Transferred - Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Anadarko Petroleum
12.2009 - 03.2016

Automation / Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Anadarko Petroleum
08.2007 - 12.2009

Promoted - Ground Communications Team Chief

Tinker AFB
06.2004 - 08.2007

Promoted – Ground Radio Maintenance Technician

Tinker AFB
08.2003 - 05.2004

Ground Radio Maintenance Apprentice

Tinker AFB
08.2002 - 07.2003

Metallurgy and Internal Corrosion Course Work - undefined

OJT of Automation devices - undefined

President of the United States (POTUS) Missions - undefined

Iron Falcon Exercise - undefined

United Arab of Emirates

Maple Flag Exercise - undefined

Cold Lake

Red Flag Exercise - undefined

Nellis AFB

WSME (Weapons School Mass Employment) - undefined

Ground Radio Comm Apprentice Course - undefined

Electronic Principals - undefined

Air Force Training Course -

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