Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Volunteer

Joshua Coward

Conroe,Tx

Summary

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Organized, dependable, and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Willing to learn new skills and practices to improve company quality and personal growth.

Skills interested in learning: HVAC, CDL Certification, Electrical, CNC Machining, Emergency Response.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Calibration Technician (MWD)

QDC Technologies
10.2022 - Current

Calibration, troubleshooting, and model creation of downhole directional probes.

Senior Electromechanical Technician

Halliburton North Belt R&M MWD/ Sperry
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • All work in relation to downhole directional probes; Pulsers, directional sensor assemblies, gamma, and lithium smart batteries.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area to eliminate hazards.
  • Observed equipment functioning to detect electronic and mechanical hazards or problems for service, repair or replacement.
  • Investigated electrical malfunctions with ammeter, multimeter and temperature probe test instruments to determine problems and apply solutions.
  • Installed and modified equipment to minimize material waste, facilitate future maintenance and avoid hazardous and unreliable equipment performance.
  • Proposed layout and location modifications and installations in compliance with OEM, OSHA, NEC and company and local codes.
  • Liaised with staff to discuss equipment performance issues and formulate improvement ideas.
  • Read blueprints, schematics or diagrams to determine methods and assembly sequences.
  • Brought systems in line with operational specifications with calibration, rework or repair.
  • Completed skilled soldering, corrections and wiring tasks to produce high-quality work.
  • Operated hand and power tools safely to completed detailed work on various components.
  • Followed technical orders to correctly assemble electronic products or components.
  • Inspected parts for surface defects.
  • Studied and interpreted engineering blueprints, specifications and other documents to strategize on work orders.
  • Wrote up results in reports highlighting electromechanical testing activities.
  • Installed electrical components in housings by soldering parts to assemblies.
  • Tested performance of electromechanical assemblies using oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters and bridges.
  • Performed thorough tests and inspections of completed products to check performance and compliance with design standards.
  • Contributed to quality control by conducting thermal testing and failure analysis, recommending corrective action when appropriate.
  • Managed continuous improvement projects.

Electromechanical Technician

DD Innovation MWD
01.2017 - 06.2020
  • All work relating to downhole directional probes; Pulsers, directional sensor assemblies, gamma, and lithium smart batteries.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area to eliminate hazards.
  • Obtained forklift and aerial lift platform licenses to meet optimum labor utilization.
  • Liaised with staff to discuss equipment performance issues and formulate improvement ideas.
  • Wrote up results in reports highlighting electromechanical testing activities.
  • Followed technical orders to correctly assemble electronic products or components.
  • Brought systems in line with operational specifications with calibration, rework or repair.
  • Operated hand and power tools safely to completed detailed work on various components.
  • Used specialized instrumentation and gauges to assess performance of electromechanical assemblies.
  • Assembled and disassembled complex mechanical systems to make repairs or augmentations and troubleshoot malfunctions.
  • Contributed to quality control by conducting thermal testing and failure analysis, recommending corrective action when appropriate.
  • Tested electromechanical assembly performance using oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters or bridges.
  • Assessed components against environmental standards and regulations to determine compliance.


Electromechanical Technician

Precision Drilling MWD
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • All work relating to downhole directional probes; Pulsers, directional sensor assemblies, gamma, and lithium smart batteries.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area to eliminate hazards.
  • Obtained forklift and aerial lift platform licenses to meet optimum labor utilization.
  • Proposed layout and location modifications and installations in compliance with OEM, OSHA, NEC and company and local codes.
  • Liaised with staff to discuss equipment performance issues and formulate improvement ideas.
  • Read blueprints, schematics or diagrams to determine methods and assembly sequences.
  • Wrote up results in reports highlighting electromechanical testing activities.
  • Followed technical orders to correctly assemble electronic products or components.
  • Brought systems in line with operational specifications with calibration, rework or repair.
  • Inspected parts for surface defects.
  • Operated hand and power tools safely to completed detailed work on various components.
  • Used specialized instrumentation and gauges to assess performance of electromechanical assemblies.
  • Assembled and disassembled complex mechanical systems to make repairs or augmentations and troubleshoot malfunctions.
  • Contributed to quality control by conducting thermal testing and failure analysis, recommending corrective action when appropriate.
  • Tested electromechanical assembly performance using oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters or bridges.

Machine and Production Operator/ Forklift Driver

Georgia-Pacific Sawmill/Plywood Complex
08.2008 - 01.2012
  • Grading plywood panels, painting, packaging, labeling, and fastening loads to consumer satisfaction
  • Operating and maintaining plywood sawing and strapping machine centers
  • Maintaining work area and cleanup
  • Operating forklifts to deliver loads to and from machine centers
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
  • Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
  • Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.

Installer/Welder/Carpenter Laborer

Cockrell Fence Co
06.1999 - 08.2008
  • All duties in reference to chain length, vinyl, wood privacy, decking, and steel structures.
  • Maintained variety of hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments on daily job assignments.
  • Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with specifications and requirements and confirmed compliance with applicable building and safety regulations.
  • Researched, purchased and inventoried equipment parts, chemicals and supplies.
  • Participated in maintenance and operation of structural shop.
  • Estimated cost, time and materials for carpentry projects.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Driving company vehicle to work location with material and workers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School
Livingston, TX
2002

Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing Processes
  • Technical Report Preparation
  • Functional Testing
  • Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
  • Repair Assessment
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Database Software
  • Replace Components
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Soldering
  • Production Packaging
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • OSHA Standards and Codes
  • Residential Construction
  • Forklift operation
  • Mig welding
  • Assembly

Timeline

Calibration Technician (MWD)

QDC Technologies
10.2022 - Current

Senior Electromechanical Technician

Halliburton North Belt R&M MWD/ Sperry
02.2021 - 10.2022

Electromechanical Technician

DD Innovation MWD
01.2017 - 06.2020

Electromechanical Technician

Precision Drilling MWD
01.2012 - 01.2017

Machine and Production Operator/ Forklift Driver

Georgia-Pacific Sawmill/Plywood Complex
08.2008 - 01.2012

Installer/Welder/Carpenter Laborer

Cockrell Fence Co
06.1999 - 08.2008

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School
Joshua Coward