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James Scott

Summary

Dynamic Instrumentation Fitter with proven expertise at Turner Industries, excelling in troubleshooting and optimizing control systems. Adept at enhancing safety standards and reducing downtime through meticulous maintenance and effective communication. Skilled in schematic interpretation and committed to continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all projects.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Instrumentation Fitter

Top Hat Industrial
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Established long-lasting relationships with vendors, procuring high-quality materials at competitive prices for projects.
  • Skillfully interpreted complex blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to accurately assemble instrument components.
  • Supported project completion timelines by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on project schedules and deadlines.
  • Reduced downtime in production by promptly troubleshooting and repairing faulty instruments.
  • Improved safety standards by conducting regular inspections and maintenance on control systems.
  • Prevented potential hazards through rigorous testing of installed devices before commissioning into service.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times.
  • Enhanced system performance by installing, calibrating, and maintaining instrumentation equipment.
  • Increased productivity by expertly utilizing hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment during installation processes.
  • Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.

Instrumentation Fitter

Turner Industries'
01.2025 - 03.2025

Ensured optimal performance of control systems by diligently updating software when necessary.

  • Elevated overall work quality through consistent adherence to industry best practices while carrying out tasks related to instrumentation fitting.
  • Guaranteed accurate measurements by regularly calibrating instruments according to established procedures.
  • Streamlined maintenance processes by creating detailed documentation of instrument specifications and settings.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop efficient layouts for new installations.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication throughout projects, resulting in successful outcomes.
  • Optimized plant efficiency by identifying and recommending upgrades to outdated instrumentation equipment.
  • Reduced operational costs with thorough evaluation of existing instrumentation setups and suggesting cost-effective alternatives.

Instrumentation Fitter

PSE
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Assisted in the development of training materials for junior technicians, fostering skill growth within the team.
  • Ensured optimal performance of control systems by diligently updating software when necessary.
  • Provided valuable insights during project planning stages by offering expertise on design requirements for instrumentation systems.
  • Contributed to smooth system integration during facility expansions or modifications through meticulous planning and implementation.

Instrumentation

Turner Industries
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Provided comprehensive training to junior technicians in areas such as instrumentation handling, procedural etiquette, and sterility maintenance techniques.
  • Provided essential technical support to fellow lab members by troubleshooting equipment issues and maintaining instrumentation in proper working order.
  • Increased sample throughput without sacrificing accuracy, utilizing a combination of manual titrations and automated instrumentation.
  • Managed instrumentation and related design components through innovative drafting and planning.

Instrumentation Fitter

Turner Industries
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Inspected and tested equipment and circuits to identify malfunctions or defects, using wiring diagrams and testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters or ammeters.
  • Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Tested [Type] and [Type] fluids to identify contamination.
  • Skillfully interpreted complex blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to accurately assemble instrument components.
  • Supported project completion timelines by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on project schedules and deadlines.
  • Reduced downtime in production by promptly troubleshooting and repairing faulty instruments.
  • Prevented potential hazards through rigorous testing of installed devices before commissioning into service.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication throughout projects, resulting in successful outcomes.
  • Reduced operational costs with thorough evaluation of existing instrumentation setups and suggesting cost-effective alternatives.
  • Provided valuable insights during project planning stages by offering expertise on design requirements for instrumentation systems.

Instrumentation Fitter

Alliegence (spacex)
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Consulted manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering personnel to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems and determine optimum equipment functioning.
  • Analyzed test data to diagnose malfunctions and determine performance characteristics of systems.
  • Improved safety standards by conducting regular inspections and maintenance on control systems.
  • Enhanced system performance by installing, calibrating, and maintaining instrumentation equipment.
  • Increased productivity by expertly utilizing hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment during installation processes.
  • Elevated overall work quality through consistent adherence to industry best practices while carrying out tasks related to instrumentation fitting.
  • Guaranteed accurate measurements by regularly calibrating instruments according to established procedures.
  • Contributed to smooth system integration during facility expansions or modifications through meticulous planning and implementation.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Supported project completion timelines by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on project schedules and deadlines.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times.
  • Prevented potential hazards through rigorous testing of installed devices before commissioning into service.

Instrumentation Fitter

Tic (keiwit) Powerplant
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Prepared and maintained records detailing tests, repairs and maintenance using [Software] and [Software].
  • Established long-lasting relationships with vendors, procuring high-quality materials at competitive prices for projects.
  • Opened and closed switches to isolate defective relays, performing adjustments or repairs.
  • Streamlined maintenance processes by creating detailed documentation of instrument specifications and settings.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop efficient layouts for new installations.
  • Optimized plant efficiency by identifying and recommending upgrades to outdated instrumentation equipment.
  • Skillfully interpreted complex blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to accurately assemble instrument components.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication throughout projects, resulting in successful outcomes.
  • Reduced operational costs with thorough evaluation of existing instrumentation setups and suggesting cost-effective alternatives.
  • Elevated overall work quality through consistent adherence to industry best practices while carrying out tasks related to instrumentation fitting.
  • Contributed to smooth system integration during facility expansions or modifications through meticulous planning and implementation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols at all times.

Instrumentation Fitter

ISC
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Tested insulators and bushings of equipment by inducing voltage across insulation, testing current and calculating insulation loss.
  • Ran signal quality and connectivity tests for individual cables, recording results in [Software].
  • Ensured optimal performance of control systems by diligently updating software when necessary.
  • Constructed, tested and maintained substation relay and control systems.
  • Reduced downtime in production by promptly troubleshooting and repairing faulty instruments.

Education

GED -

Kaleheo
Kailua, HI
06-1989

Skills

  • Instrumentation troubleshooting
  • Pressure testing
  • Safety procedures
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Equipment installation
  • Schematic interpretation
  • Process control
  • Signal conditioning
  • Control panel assembly
  • Hazardous area installations
  • Level transmitters
  • Control valve maintenance
  • Communication protocols
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Analytical thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Quality control
  • Continuous improvement
  • Safety procedures adherence
  • System testing
  • Instrumentation repair
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Repair documentation

Timeline

Instrumentation Fitter

Top Hat Industrial
03.2025 - 04.2025

Instrumentation Fitter

Turner Industries'
01.2025 - 03.2025

Instrumentation Fitter

PSE
07.2024 - 01.2025

Instrumentation

Turner Industries
01.2024 - 04.2024

Instrumentation Fitter

Turner Industries
09.2023 - 12.2023

Instrumentation Fitter

Alliegence (spacex)
07.2023 - 09.2023

Instrumentation Fitter

Tic (keiwit) Powerplant
01.2022 - 04.2023

Instrumentation Fitter

ISC
01.2020 - 12.2022

GED -

Kaleheo