JAMES HUGGINS
Nokesville,VA
Summary
Results-driven technician with over 7 years of expertise in building maintenance and hardware engineering. Proven ability to manage HVAC, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure within mission-critical environments, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Skilled in utilizing test equipment for diagnosing current and potential issues while providing mentorship to junior team members. Adept at delivering innovative solutions to engineering teams, facilitating informed decision-making, and executing comprehensive maintenance tasks impacting both individual customer instances and site wide shut downs for maintenance work without customer impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Operations Technician
Amazon Web Services
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Optimized operations efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Performed high level switching activities and isolation with both Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Electrical Systems
- Demonstrated expertise in HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing systems to improve efficiency and maintain high level operational standards.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses for recurring issues, leading to long-term resolutions and minimized system disruptions.
- Served as a trusted resource for technical guidance, offering valuable input during critical decision-making processes and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
Hardware Technician
Lockheed Martin Corporation
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Member of the lab support team, responsible for the largest lab on the site. Successfully carried out design of multiple construction projects, adding necessary space, chill water, and electrical drops to the lab. Work closely with facilities maintenance utilizing building management systems to respond to and solve issues that arise with lab infrastructure.
Laborer/Operator
Down Under Construction
03.2015 - 01.2019
- Responsible for assisting electrical, HVAC, and plumbing experts with installation and testing of secure site infrastructure. Installation and splicing of fiber optic cabling. Use of a multitude of hand and power tools to manufacture necessary fittings, ducts, and cabling.
Education
Registered Engineering Apprenticeship -
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Manassas, VAAdvanced Studies Diploma - undefined
Liberty High School
Bealeton, VASkills
- Equipment operation, troubleshooting and maintenance in a Data Center Environment
- Lockout/tagout safety protocols
- Application of 7S framework
- Process optimization
- Routine maintenance of equipment
- Experienced with diagnostic measurement tools
- Optimizing server equipment arrangement
- Experienced with hand tools
- Project management for contractors
- Proficient in computer hardware
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Team leadership
- Strong physical fitness
Accomplishments
- Achieved a successful Site-Wide transfer to generator for the purposes of troubleshooting and replacing faulty Medium Voltage Transformer, and successfully rolled back to utility power with no customer impact.
- Documented and resolved faulty water meters which led to significant savings in water usage across multiple buildings for evaporative cooling systems.
- Successfully performed Testing and Balancing on water oxidation and pump skid equipment, resolving various issues and bringing system operation into correct spec.
Certification
- NFPA 70E
- MEWP Certified
- AHA CPR/First Aid Certified
- Fully Certified to Perform all Critical Switching Operations within Company
Timeline
Engineering Operations Technician
Amazon Web Services
06.2023 - 06.2025
Hardware Technician
Lockheed Martin Corporation
08.2019 - 06.2023
Laborer/Operator
Down Under Construction
03.2015 - 01.2019
Advanced Studies Diploma - undefined
Liberty High School
Registered Engineering Apprenticeship -
Lockheed Martin Corporation
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