Howard Monahan
Howell Township,NJ
Summary
Industrious Instrument Technician uses methodical and organized approach to maintaining plant control systems. Adept at installing new, replacement or updated equipment. Experienced in safely maintaining, calibrating, installing, testing and troubleshooting pneumatic, electric and gas instrumentation devices. Excellent problem-solver with strong critical thinking skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Control Technician
AARK Electric
Hatboro, PA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Installed, maintained and repaired automated control systems for industrial applications.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
Newark, NJ
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
Morrisville, PA
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Installed new instruments and associated wiring in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Performed 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.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
Bridgeport, CT
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
New Haven, CT
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Provided technical support by answering questions about the functioning of instruments or their calibration status.
Industrial Electrician
Altec Building Systems
Eatontown, NJ
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery.
- Interpreted diagrams and drawings to install conduit runs for new construction projects.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers and crimpers to complete repairs or installations.
- Conducted safety inspections of all electrical systems in order to detect potential problems before they occur.
Industrial Electrician
Dec Electrical Contracting
Hamilton Square, NJ
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery.
- Interpreted diagrams and drawings to install conduit runs for new construction projects.
- Assisted in the installation of power distribution centers for large scale industrial projects.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality control purposes prior to installation or repair work being completed.
- Maintained records of all work performed including parts used, time spent on each task and any other relevant information.
Control Technician
JJD Electric
Brick, NJ
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted routine testing of equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Installed, maintained and repaired automated control systems for industrial applications.
- Calibrated, adjusted and tested electronic components for proper operation.
- Troubleshot complex issues with automation systems using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Configured programmable logic controllers to meet customer specifications.
- Created detailed documentation of system changes, repairs and upgrades.
- Provided technical support for other departments in resolving automation-related issues.
- Trained personnel in the use of control systems and related technologies.
Industrial Electrician
Altec Building Systems
Neptune City, NJ
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Installed and maintained electrical equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine the correct wiring of industrial machinery.
- Interpreted diagrams and drawings to install conduit runs for new construction projects.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as drills, saws, wire strippers and crimpers to complete repairs or installations.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality control purposes prior to installation or repair work being completed.
- Fabricated custom cable assemblies for specialized applications using a variety of techniques including soldering and crimping.
- Maintained records of all work performed including parts used, time spent on each task and any other relevant information.
- Complied with OSHA regulations regarding safe working practices when performing job duties.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Followed NEC state and local building regulations.
- Placed conduit inside designated partitions, walls or other concealed areas.
Electrician
Apex Electric
Long Branch, NJ
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
Newark, NJ
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements for [Industry].
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
Morrisville, PA
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Monitored instrument operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standard operating conditions.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay up-to-date with current technologies related to instrumentation.
- Diagnosed complex issues with field instrumentation using advanced troubleshooting methods.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Recommended and communicated changes and improvements in preventive maintenance and maintenance schedules.
- Developed strategies to extend life of older equipment no longer supported by manufacturers.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements for [Industry].
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.
Electrician
Tore Electric
Manahawkin, NJ
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
Electrician
Ranco Construction
Lacey Township, NJ
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to correctly assemble panels and control boxes.
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
College Park, MD
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Installed new instruments and associated wiring in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Troubleshot problems with electronic components such as circuit boards, amplifiers and transducers.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Monitored instrument operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standard operating conditions.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay up-to-date with current technologies related to instrumentation.
- Diagnosed complex issues with field instrumentation using advanced troubleshooting methods.
- Operated automated testing equipment to diagnose system failures or identify operational anomalies.
- Evaluated vendor products for compatibility with existing systems before making any purchases.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Understood and worked from prints, drawings, graphs, charts and instruction technical manuals to make necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Recommended and communicated changes and improvements in preventive maintenance and maintenance schedules.
- Inspected, evaluated and determined necessary modifications or performed simple repairs.
- Developed strategies to extend life of older equipment no longer supported by manufacturers.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements for [Industry].
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Assembled and tested components, wiring and systems, locating and correcting faults to optimize production results.
- Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.
- Evaluated engineering proposals and drawings to assess feasibility and conformance with sound electrical engineering practices and safety standards.
Instrument Technician
EII Electric
Linden, NJ
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Installed new instruments and associated wiring in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Calibrated, tested and adjusted flowmeters to ensure accurate readings.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Troubleshot problems with electronic components such as circuit boards, amplifiers and transducers.
- Inspected measuring devices for accuracy against established standards.
- Conducted preventive maintenance programs to maintain optimal performance of all instruments.
- Maintained records of all service calls, repairs and calibrations performed on equipment.
- Monitored instrument operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standard operating conditions.
- Replaced defective parts using hand tools and soldering techniques.
- Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy before installing electrical components.
- Diagnosed complex issues with field instrumentation using advanced troubleshooting methods.
- Operated automated testing equipment to diagnose system failures or identify operational anomalies.
- Worked closely with other departments such as engineering, production, quality control and maintenance staff to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements.
- Troubleshot and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components by removing and replacing defective parts.
- Understood and worked from prints, drawings, graphs, charts and instruction technical manuals to make necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Recommended and communicated changes and improvements in preventive maintenance and maintenance schedules.
- Investigated and communicated instrument discrepancies, exception reporting and other non-compliance-related issues.
- Adhered to safety and environmental requirements for [Industry].
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals, drawings and schematics to make accurate repair decisions.
- Tested circuitry and electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals or knowledge of electronics.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Leveraged outstanding communication, interpersonal and people skills to work well with clients.
Control Technician
Straddick Electric and Systems
Jackson, New Jersey
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Installed, maintained and repaired automated control systems for industrial applications.
- Calibrated, adjusted and tested electronic components for proper operation.
- Configured programmable logic controllers to meet customer specifications.
- Created detailed documentation of system changes, repairs and upgrades.
- Monitored system status indicators to ensure reliable operation of all components.
- Provided technical support for other departments in resolving automation-related issues.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installation, repair and maintenance tasks.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and blueprints as required.
- Troubleshot and resolved customer issues.
- Partnered with engineers to test and integrate new systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems
IBEW JATC
Wall Township, NJ12-2002
High School Diploma -
State Of New Jersey Board Of Education
Trenton, NJ04-1989
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Controls System Maintenance
- Dynamic Systems
- Project Management
- Industrial Automation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical schematics
- Programmable Logic Controllers
Certification
- Electrical Training Alliance EPRI certification March 2, 2019
- IBEW Code of Excellence May 18 , 2017
- National Technology Transfer ,Inc. Controls Division Programmable Controllers Certificate February 25 , 1999
- New Jersey Board Of Examiners Master Electrician / Electrical License # 15209 January 7 , 2004
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Control Technician
AARK Electric
01.2024 - 03.2024
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
01.2024 - 01.2024
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
01.2024 - 01.2024
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
11.2023 - 12.2023
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
11.2023 - 11.2023
Industrial Electrician
Altec Building Systems
11.2023 - 11.2023
Industrial Electrician
Dec Electrical Contracting
09.2023 - 09.2023
Control Technician
JJD Electric
06.2023 - 09.2023
Industrial Electrician
Altec Building Systems
06.2023 - 06.2023
Electrician
Apex Electric
04.2023 - 04.2023
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
01.2023 - 02.2023
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
11.2022 - 12.2022
Electrician
Tore Electric
09.2022 - 11.2022
Electrician
Ranco Construction
07.2022 - 08.2022
Instrument Technician
J Givoo
03.2022 - 07.2022
Instrument Technician
EII Electric
01.2022 - 03.2022
Control Technician
Straddick Electric and Systems
12.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems
IBEW JATC
High School Diploma -
State Of New Jersey Board Of Education
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