James Williams
Controls Systems Lead
Blountsville,AL
Summary
Industrious Instrument Technician with a methodical and organized approach to maintaining plant control systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Expertise in installing, calibrating, and troubleshooting pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic instrumentation devices, complemented by a proven track record of safely managing equipment upgrades and replacements. Recognized for strong critical thinking skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities, effectively navigating complex challenges. Committed to teamwork and adaptability, consistently managing multiple priorities while fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Lead
CBRE(Amazon)
05.2021 - Current
- Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
- Fix and modify software programs for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley Controllogix and Compactlogix PLC platform using RSLogix 5000 software package. Includes Industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Act as first-level support for the control systems technician teams, and appropriately raise issues that negatively affect operational performance.
- Monitor material handling equipment metrics and partner with controls technicians and mechanics to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies.
- Perform controls systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability.
- Partner with Facility Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations; acting as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the facility.
- Clearly communicate technical issues, project timelines, and product impacts with building leadership, operations and the maintenance teams, to ensure understanding and inform the pathway to resolution.
- Role Responsibilities
Instrument Technician
Bluestone Coke
06.2019 - Current
- Adhered to all safety and environmental requirements for the coke/coal industry.
- Troubleshooted and provided corrective maintenance on process equipment and control elements.
- Repaired and adjusted system components, including removing and replacing defective parts.
- Calibrated numerous types of process equipment and control elements, including Allen Bradley, Yokogawa and various other types of valve and valve controllers.
- Adhered to all safety and environmental requirements for instruments involved in air pollution monitoring.
- Acquired quotes for parts and equipment for purchasing department approval.
- Planned and executed PM's on equipment as directed by planning department.
- Responsible for being on-call at all times.
- Responsible for all PLC and HUD troubleshooting and software.
- Planned and executed complete rebuild of PLC and HUD software and database.
- Familiar with Microsoft office software and Linux.
Controls System Tech.
CBRE(Amazon)
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
- Manage material handling control systems, industrial, motor control systems, servo and frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Supervise Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with controls technicians and Mechanics to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies.
- Use operation system assessment reports to improve material handling system reliability through preventive maintenance tasks completion and identify deficiency repairs.
- Maintain positive working relationships with operations and site support resources in order to escalate issues that impact operations, minimizing downtime impact.
- Communicate technical issues to site and operations leadership.
- Move up to 49lbs as well as stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Role Responsibilities
Electrician
Bluestone Coke
01.2007 - 06.2016
- Installed safety systems, including emergency lighting, uninterruptible power systems and battery systems.
- Troubleshot EMCS and variable frequency drive systems.
- Utilized wide breadth of testing equipment to assess electrical systems, circuit continuity and accessory fixtures.
- Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Reported improper conduct and events potentially dangerous or harmful to supervisor.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Troubleshooted electrical/electronic control circuits.
- Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Troubleshot 120 to 480 volt AC equipment to identify and address concerns.
- Troubleshot 250 volt DC equipment to identify and address concerns.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints, and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Tested and operated variety of electrical components and systems.
- Tested entire electrical assembly for performance levels and safety concerns.
- Identified and corrected defects such as loose connections, frayed wires and insufficient insulation.
- Correctly installed electrical equipment, units and systems based on careful review of technical documentation.
- Coordinated effective preventive maintenance schedules, including checking and cleaning parts such as seals and gaskets.
- Diagnosed faults by applying functional expertise and troubleshooting issues to isolate root causes.
- Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements.
- Used measuring instruments to inspect parts.
- Used hand tools to mount, install, and secure tools.
- Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.
- Processed work orders and prioritized jobs.
- Read blueprints and repair manuals to identify mechanical problems and fix each in accurate manner.
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
- Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance.
- Cut, fit, and welded metal components, including plate, structural shapes, and pipe.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montgomery Catholic High
Montgomery, AL05.1991
Skills
- Reading technical materials
- Fixture installation
- Mechanical reasoning skills
- Proficient in reading electrical schematics
Experienced in software utilization
Microsoft office
Effective problem resolution
Team management
Flexible and adaptable
Effective decision-making under stress
Computer skills
Studio 2000 and related Rockwell software
Cognex camera systems and Dataman and Insite software
ASI bus and related software
Verbal communication
Profi-Bus and related software
Dematic Can bus and related software
Banner safety controllers and associated software
Sick cameras and linear scanners adnd SOPS software
Websites
Timeline
Controls Lead
CBRE(Amazon)
05.2021 - Current
Controls System Tech.
CBRE(Amazon)
01.2020 - 05.2021
Instrument Technician
Bluestone Coke
06.2019 - Current
Electrician
Bluestone Coke
01.2007 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Montgomery Catholic High
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