George Manley
Boise,ID
Summary
Seasoned Instrumentation SCADA Technician / Journeymen Electrician offering 13+ years of expertise in the following industrial work environments: Power transmission, power distribution, power generation, semi-conductor, and mining.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
SCADA / Control Equipment Technician
Idaho Power Company
2022.09 - Current
- Responsible for configuring and commissioning SCADA systems at transmission, distribution substations as well as power plants
- Expert in serial 232/485 DNP3, Modbus, and SEL protocol, as well as DNP3 MODBUS and SEL over network IIP protocol.
- Responsible for coordinating with other crews to ensure project completion, deadlines, and accuracy. Assisted Relay technicians with DC and AC checkouts as well as Protective Relay commissioning.
Instrumentation and Controls Tech.
Challenger Companies Micron Division
2017.08 - 2022.09
- Responsible for termination, commissioning and troubleshooting of all PLCs, fiber communication networks and Profibus networks within a SCADA system across several Micron sites.
- Correct base build and construction of Siemens S7 PLC panels, complete with UL listing and IP assignment.
- Ability to interpret and redline construction P&ID drawings, as well as managing all trades (mechanics, electricians, programmers) involved with projects to ensure completion accuracy in a timely manner.
Instrumentation and Controls Tech.
City of Boise Public Works
2016.07 - 2017.08
- Responsible for maintenance and quality orientation of Public Works SCADA system as well as all electrical and instrumentation systems at several public works sites.
- Correct installation and commissioning of Powerflex 755 VFD's, performed proper maintenance on existing drives.
- Proper calibration and programming of instruments monitoring process variables including, turbidity, pH, pressure, flow, temperature, and dissolved oxygen.
Electrical and Instrumentation Tech.
I and E Electric Company
2015.01 - 2016.07
- Involved with entire base build and construction of industrial processing plants, including motor control centers, main feeders, duct banking, setting and terminating switch gear, VFDs, PLCS, instrumentation, and inside/outside lighting.
- Oversaw and assisted with the commissioning of a geothermal power plant, experience with CT's , PT's and high voltage equipment. (McGinness #2 Ormat Grass Valley, Nevada).
- Oversaw and assisted with multiple transformer installations, complete with duct banking and terminations while maintaining good time management.
Electrical and Instrumentation Tech.
Round Mountain Gold Corporation
2011.08 - 2013.04
- Experience troubleshooting and working with Controlnet and Ethernet IP integrated with Wonderware and in touch HMI implemented into a SCADA control system.
- Testing and troubleshooting of 3 phase motors, motor starters, VFD's and up to 4160 switchgear.
- Experience tripping and closing 12.5KV breakers within substations, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting of 7200 volt AC electric shovel motors.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems / Instrumentation / SCADA
Great Basin College
Elko, NV2015-05
Skills
- Skill for coordinating and collaborating with multiple trades to complete projects in a timely manner while maintaining safety focus
- Ability to maintain communication and good decision making under critical scenarios as well as being able to work independently and maintain quality orientation
- Experience using Autocad, Excel, Outlook, Sharepoint, Word, Powerpoint, IP addressing, and most computer functions
- Able to maintain safety awareness while contributing to team success as well as team safety
Timeline
SCADA / Control Equipment Technician
Idaho Power Company
2022.09 - Current
Instrumentation and Controls Tech.
Challenger Companies Micron Division
2017.08 - 2022.09
Instrumentation and Controls Tech.
City of Boise Public Works
2016.07 - 2017.08
Electrical and Instrumentation Tech.
I and E Electric Company
2015.01 - 2016.07
Electrical and Instrumentation Tech.
Round Mountain Gold Corporation
2011.08 - 2013.04
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems / Instrumentation / SCADA
Great Basin College