Joel Herrera
Houston ,Tx
Summary
Skilled I&E Technician with a robust background at ISC Constructors Contractor for Shell Pipeline, adept in enhancing system efficiency and safety through meticulous instrumentation calibration and rigorous safety protocols. Leveraged expertise in electrical code compliance and team collaboration to drive significant improvements in plant operations. Achieved measurable cost savings and operational excellence by implementing energy-efficient solutions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
I&E Technician
Isc Constructors Contractor for Shell Pipeline
02.2023 - Current
- Mitigated risks associated with hazardous environments through strict enforcement of safety protocols during installation and repair activities.
- Implemented energy-efficient solutions that
- resulted in cost savings for the organization without compromising operational efficiency or quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize plant operations and improve overall performance.
- Documented all maintenance activities in accordance with regulatory requirements to ensure audit readiness at all times.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives across I&E systems using data-driven approaches to achieve measurable results.
- Conducted regular training sessions to enhance the skills of junior technicians on the team.
- Supervised technicians through motivation, training and development to achieve safe and cost-effective operation.
- Assisted process engineers in identifying root causes of recurring issues within I&E systems, leading to long-term resolutions.
- Supported new equipment commissioning and start-up processes, ensuring seamless integration into existing I&E infrastructure.
- Increased production output with proper installation, configuration, and calibration of new equipment.
- Enhanced system efficiency by calibrating and maintaining instrumentation and control devices.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting hazard assessments and implementing corrective measures for identified issues.
- Partnered with installer to troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and electrical equipment and automation issues.
- Managed facets of instrumentation and electrical equipment and automation maintenance program to support company pipeline and facility operations.
- Provided technical support during project planning, ensuring accurate budgeting and timely completion of tasks.
- Contributed to successful plant expansion projects by providing expert knowledge on I&E design requirements and specifications.
- Reduced equipment downtime through routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers, and dial indicators.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Interpreted test information to resolve design-related problems.
- Worked to create safe, low-cost and dependable designs.
- Attended training committees that wrote training modules for equipment operation and testing.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Estimated numerical length of runs during new service installations.
Electrical Technician
Isc Constructors
07.2020 - Current
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers, and dial indicators.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects within deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Safeguarded personnel and equipment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Supported the design process by providing technical expertise on electrical systems requirements, layout, and component selection.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and thermal imaging cameras to accurately diagnose electrical issues.
- Upgraded electrical panels and systems in older buildings, enhancing their safety and functionality.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes, significantly reducing downtime in critical systems.
- Documented all maintenance and repair work, creating comprehensive records that facilitated future troubleshooting.
- Coordinated with other trades on large projects to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other building systems.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.
- Estimated numerical length of runs during new service installations.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Implemented operational timelines for service shut-offs to be observed.
Electrical Technician
MMR Constructors
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers, and dial indicators.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects within deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Safeguarded personnel and equipment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Supported the design process by providing technical expertise on electrical systems requirements, layout, and component selection.
- Developed and executed wiring installations for new construction projects, ensuring compliance with electrical codes.
- Upgraded electrical panels and systems in older buildings, enhancing their safety and functionality.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes, significantly reducing downtime in critical systems.
- Ensured operational efficiency of electrical systems in commercial buildings, conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Documented all maintenance and repair work, creating comprehensive records that facilitated future troubleshooting.
- Coordinated with other trades on large projects to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other building systems.
- Implemented safety protocols for handling and installation of electrical components, reducing risk of accidents on site.
- Conducted safety inspections to adhere to industry standards, enhancing workplace safety for all employees.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and effective solutions to complex electrical issues.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Interpreted test information to resolve design-related problems.
- Created, aligned, and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Estimated numerical length of runs during new service installations.
Pipe Welder
Tiger Field Services
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Provided valuable input during project planning phases by offering insights into potential challenges and solutions based on experience.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
Pipe Welder
HP Piping Solutions
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance through regular preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and repair expenses.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High
Houston, TX06.2014
Skills
- OQ Qualifications
- CT0261 - Inspection, Testing, and Corrective and Preventative Maintenance of Tank Gauging
- CT0291 - Inspect, Test and Maintain Gravitometers and Densitometers
- CT18 - Inspection of Breakout Tanks
- CT0281 - Maintain Flow Meters
- CT60 - General Abnormal Operating Conditions
- CT25 - Maintain/Repair Relief Valves
- CT0241 - Operate, Maintain, and Configure Flow Computers
- CT54 - Gas Detection and Alarm System Maintenance and Performance Testing
- CT22 - Inspect Valves
- CT24 - Inspect, Test and Calibrate Relief Valves
- CT19 - Provide Temporary Marking of Buried Pipeline Prior to Excavation
- CT0221 - Inspect, Test and Maintain Temperature Transmitters
- CT23 - Repair Valves
- CT11 - Inspect and Calibrate Overfill Protective Devices
- CT26 - Inspect, Test and Calibrate Pressure Limiting Devices
- CT27 - Inspect, Test and Calibrate Pressure Switches and Transmitters
- CT28 - Verifying or Setting Protection Parameters for Programmable Controllers and/or Instrumentation Control Loops
- CT30 - Inspect Existing Pipe Following Movement
- CT31 - Inspection of Clearance of Existing Pipe to Underground Structures
- CT32 - Abandoning, Safe Disconnect, Purging, and Sealing of Pipeline Facilities
- CT42 - Performing Maintenance on Valves
- CT43 - Perform Flange Bolting Procedures
- CT44 - Tubing and Tube Fitting, Handling, and Installation
- CT39 - Operations of a Pipeline System
- Instrumentation installation
- Lockout-tagout procedures
- Electrical schematics reading
- Electrical code compliance
- Arc flash safety
- Control systems troubleshooting
- Hazardous area classification
- Preventive maintenance execution
- Instrumentation calibration
- Transformer connections
- Human-machine interface
- Low voltage distribution
- Field device configuration
- Electrical equipment testing
- Cable tray installation
- Wire pulling techniques
- Grounding and bonding
- Safety instrumented systems
- Process automation systems
- Lighting system design
- Team player
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical installations
- Installation and repair specialist
- Electrical installation
- Power supplies
- Electrical testing
- Electrical experience
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical safety
- Low-voltage systems
- Lighting systems
- Welding
Timeline
I&E Technician
Isc Constructors Contractor for Shell Pipeline
02.2023 - Current
Electrical Technician
Isc Constructors
07.2020 - Current
Electrical Technician
MMR Constructors
12.2019 - 02.2021
Pipe Welder
Tiger Field Services
01.2019 - 12.2019
Pipe Welder
HP Piping Solutions
02.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
North Shore Senior High
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