Jaime Acosta
Livingston,TX
Summary
Versatile Instrument Technician adept in calibrating, testing and repairing electronic metering devices. Well-versed and knowledgeable in following all safety requirements in accordance with client standards. Keen problem-solving skills with troubleshooting abilities. Offering Five years plus expertise in instrumentation. Reliable Instrument Tech with extensive knowledge in the field and working well with others as a team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
I/C Technician Lead
OSI
Ingleside, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
- Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise when necessary to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
- Performed scheduled and planned installation and maintenance duties.
- Played a key role in the commissioning and decommissioning of instrumentation systems, ensuring a smooth transition between project stages.
- Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
- Improved overall system performance by carefully analyzing data from various instruments and making appropriate adjustments as needed.
I/C Technician
JM Test Systems
Whitewater, WI WE ENERGYS
06.2023 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
- Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
- Plotted equipment response time and fault range information on graph to determine relay curves.
CSU Technician
OSI
Superior, WI
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in installation of electrical systems and components for commercial and industrial applications.
- Monitored installation and operations to consistently meet rigorous customer requirements.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project.
- Inspected equipment to detect electrical leaks and other problems.
- Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
- Monitored supply levels and requested additional spare parts, manuals or tools.
- Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- SIS Systems all Fire & Gas Testing as per procedures.
I/C Technician
JM Test Systems
Mont Belvieu, TX ONEOK MB5
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted troubleshooting procedures and root cause analysis to determine causes of problems.
- Modified, maintained or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
- Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Collaborated successfully with clients to achieve objectives by utilizing strong communication, interpersonal and people skills.
Instrument Technician/ Commissioning
Gate Energy/BP Argos Offshore Madog 2
Offshore , LA
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Modified, maintained or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Responded to problems with processing and production equipment and completed timely repairs.
- Inspected systems, diagnosed problems and developed optimal solutions.
- Assembled electrical systems or prototypes using hand tools or measuring instruments.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Collaborated successfully with clients to achieve objectives by utilizing strong communication, interpersonal and people skills.
- Applied diagnostics and testing tools to systems, quickly identifying issues and implementing completing resolutions.
- Identified and resolved equipment malfunctions working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- Selected electronics equipment, components or systems to meet functional specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance and testing to service and optimize complex computer systems, applications and environments.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Implemented operational timelines for service shut-offs to be observed.
- Calculated amounts for designing and testing electrical systems and supplied finished costs to customers.
Lead I/C Technician
Triad
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Calibrated combustion controls to meet appropriate safety standards.
- Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
I/C Technician
Custom Arc Bechtel
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Revised instrumentation guidelines to address exceptions and provide clarification, where needed.
- Designed automation concepts and protocols for diagnostic testing and simulation purposes, applying Good Automated Manufacturing Practice (GAMP) protocols.
- Developed functional design specifications for DELTA-V Controls
- Troubleshot electrical equipment problems such as electro-valves and sensors.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
- Retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
I&E Commissioning
ETECH
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
- Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
- Identified and resolved equipment malfunctions working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
- Troubleshot, fixed and improved electrical controls
- Motor Rotation Testing, MCC commissioning, 480 - 15KV Testing
- Monitored machined during trial runs to verify program accuracy.
- Prepared documentation for machine controllers to guide setup and operation.
- Reviewed drawings and code specifications to determine appropriate layouts for wiring installations in building automation systems.
- Utilized comprehensive understanding of Allen Bradley Ladder Logic to produce code to revolutionize automation.
- Exercised complete understanding of PLC programming to support projects.
- Collaborated with systems engineers and customers to determine machine requirements and develop specifications for user interface, machine functions and quality control to deliver reliable automation systems.
Instrument Technician
EXCEL
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments
- Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices
- Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
Instrument Technician
Moore Controls
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Studied and interpreted equipment manuals, circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations and installations
- Prepared technical documentation for operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial systems for PLC and Human Machine Interface
- Monitored manufacture of electrical devices and operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols
- Identified specific cables, connectors, fuses, circuit breakers and other electrical devices required for installation of monitoring systems and weapons detection systems
- Operated multimeters, communicator and other electronic testing devices to accurately diagnose equipment issues
Instrument & Electrical Technician
McDermott
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed
- Monitored installation and operations to consistently meet rigorous customer requirements
- Troubleshot electrical equipment problems such as electro-valves and sensors
- Calibrated transmitters, actuators, control valves and switches
Education
Graduate -
Ross S Sterling
Baytown, TX06.2014
1 Year Associate Degree Classes - Applied Science
Lee College
Baytown, TX06.2014
Skills
- Installation and maintenance
- Industrial control troubleshooting
- Electronic industrial control systems
- Inspection and repair
- Prototyping
- Advanced critical thinking
- Blueprint fluency
- AC/DC control circuitry
- Controls systems PLC/Allen Bradley/Honeywell/ Rockwell
- HEXAGON Smart Completions
- Commissioning & Start-Up
- Equipment monitoring
- Variable Frequency Drive Validation
- Problem detection and resolution
- DELTA-V controller
Certification
- Nccer Instrumentation Technician V4
- THUET Training Certified
- IADC RIGPASS
References
Rodolfo Pacheco - (346) 888-9475
Frank Mendez - (361) 249-3777
Tim Carson - (918) 607-6950
Aaron Garcia - (281) 282-7139
Timeline
I/C Technician Lead
OSI
01.2024 - Current
I/C Technician
JM Test Systems
06.2023 - Current
CSU Technician
OSI
02.2023 - 06.2023
I/C Technician
JM Test Systems
10.2022 - 02.2023
Instrument Technician/ Commissioning
Gate Energy/BP Argos Offshore Madog 2
07.2022 - 10.2022
Lead I/C Technician
Triad
03.2022 - 06.2022
I/C Technician
Custom Arc Bechtel
09.2021 - 02.2022
I&E Commissioning
ETECH
08.2021 - 09.2021
Instrument Technician
EXCEL
11.2019 - 06.2021
Instrument Technician
Moore Controls
04.2019 - 11.2019
Instrument & Electrical Technician
McDermott
04.2018 - 01.2019
Graduate -
Ross S Sterling
1 Year Associate Degree Classes - Applied Science
Lee College