Johnny W. Deal JR
Blacksburg
Summary
Results-driven Electrical and Instrumentation Technician with extensive experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation of complex systems. Expertise in enhancing operational efficiency in manufacturing and industrial environments through adherence to safety standards and attention to detail. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams for swift resolution of technical issues, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Service Technician
Carotek
07.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired complex equipment malfunctions in various environments, Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement system upgrades and enhancements. Managed inventory of tools and parts, ensuring availability for service calls. Documented service reports detailing repairs, parts used, and customer feedback effectively. Led initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction through proactive communication and follow-up services. Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
12H Squad leader
1782nd Engineer support Company, SCARNG
07.2017 - Current
- One of four Squad Leaders for the engineer detachment in batesburg SC part of the 117th Eng. Brigade, SCARNG. Primary roles are Led teams in execution of complex engineering support missions such as my most recent when deployed to Djibouti & Somalia Africa for Operation Enduring Sentinel where I facilitated the erection of two guard towers, an ammo collection point, power generation and management plans and, multiple common remotely operated weapon station systems for Marine Corps Raider Company C 813 (MARSOC) in Camp Kismayo, Somalia. Also awarded the Army Accommodation Medal for responding to a mass casualty event that required O-type blood resupply and transfusions. I also Lead a small team of soldiers for a month in support of Seal team2 for the erection and repair of multiple guard towers in an undisclosed area of operation in Mogadishu, Somalia.
E&I Technician
Elkem Silicones
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure optimal performance. Diagnosed and repaired complex electrical issues, enhancing system reliability and safety compliance. Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades, improving operational efficiency. Trained junior technicians on best practices for installation and troubleshooting of E&I equipment. Calibrated instruments and sensors to maintain accuracy in production processes. Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures for enhanced team performance as well as suggestions on improvement of the safety process as a whole. PLC programming on older ladder logic systems such as RSLogix / Studio 5000.
E&I Tech II
Allen Chemical plant, Milliken & Company
08.2019 - 02.2025
- Responsibilities: On-Call E&I tech, troubleshooting faulty equipment, Isolation of problems, determining solutions, implementation of corrective actions, Documentation and Calibration of various brands/styles of transmitters using CMX & MC6 documenting calibration tool. Ex. Profibus, 4-20 hart, foundation fieldbus communication devices. Finding shortcomings in electrical and electronic devices. Reading P&ID’s, Single Line Diagrams, Elementary drawings, loop Diagrams, and many other types of equipment diagrams and drawings.
12R Team Leader
1222nd Combat Engineer company “Sappers”, SCARNG
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Team leader of 4th Squad, 3rd PLT, 1782nd Engineer Support Company. Responsible for reading blueprints, Erection of structures, and installing all electrical equipment for residential dwellings and related outbuildings, FOB improvements, and general construction related task. Deployed to the US border to help with operations related to Customs and Border protection. Was awarded the Joint Service Achievement Medal from CBP for the design and erection of remote spike strip launch stations at each of the check points in and around the area of operation of Tucson, AZ as well as for the help I provided in facilitation of electrical distribution at a newly erected FOB along the border.
Control equipment tech
Limestone Textile plant, Milliken & Company
11.2013 - 07.2017
- Finding shortcomings in electrical equipment and implementation of corrective action. Troubleshooting, pumps, motors, drives, PLC’s, and various other electrical equipment within this location.
Active-duty MOS 94A, land combat electronic missile system repair
Military: 1ABCT, FT Stewart GA
11.2013 - 07.2017
- Responsible for maintenance of the electrical and electronic components of the Bradley fighting vehicle, LRAAS, Javelin one man missile system, and other specialty electronic devices that the Army currently has Ex. PVS-14s, FLIR products, & communication equipment. Mobilized 3 times for operation Atlantic resolve in response to 2014-2016 Russian aggression along Nato bordering countries during that time frame.
Education
Applied Associates Degree of Science & Certification - Industrial Electricity
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, South Carolina01.2019
Skills
- Proficiency in electrical systems, AC/DC circuits, motor controls, power distribution, PLC programming
- Expertise in instrumentation and control systems, including pressure, temperature, flow, level, PH, & many other types of transmitters
- Skilled in calibration, repair, and replacement of various instrumentation devices
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals Ex P&ID’s, Loop, Single line, Elementary, Residential electrical
- Knowledge of safety procedures OSHA-10, NFPA -70E, and regulations related to electrical and instrumentation work
Timeline
Field Service Technician
Carotek
07.2025 - Current
E&I Technician
Elkem Silicones
04.2025 - 06.2025
E&I Tech II
Allen Chemical plant, Milliken & Company
08.2019 - 02.2025
12R Team Leader
1222nd Combat Engineer company “Sappers”, SCARNG
01.2019 - 01.2020
12H Squad leader
1782nd Engineer support Company, SCARNG
07.2017 - Current
Control equipment tech
Limestone Textile plant, Milliken & Company
11.2013 - 07.2017
Active-duty MOS 94A, land combat electronic missile system repair
Military: 1ABCT, FT Stewart GA
11.2013 - 07.2017
Applied Associates Degree of Science & Certification - Industrial Electricity
Spartanburg Community College