Joshua Walton
Mcpherson,KS
Summary
Dedicated Instrumentation Technician with 5 years of experience repairing instruments, machines and tools. Disciplined and hardworking team player with proven history of fast and detail-oriented work. Accomplished Technician skilled in troubleshooting, diagnostics and service on diverse instrumentation. Configures components for optimal performance. Talented repairer with organized and systematic approach to problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Instrumentation Technician
Pfizer
04.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with engineering teams in designing and developing customized instrumentation solutions tailored to specific need
- Cleaned and adjusted instruments.
- Worked to create safe, low-cost and dependable designs.
- Conducted extensive testing on instruments for quality assurance purposes before installation or repair work commenced.
- Kept shop area and equipment clean, organized and maintained.
Apprentice Electrician
Interstates
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
(88M) Heavy Equipment Operator
Kansas Army National Guard
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
Apprentice Electrician
Accurate Electric
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Developed expertise in troubleshooting common electrical issues, facilitating quicker solutions to resolve customer concerns.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Performed thorough inspections of electrical systems, identifying potential hazards or violations for prompt resolution.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Increased job site safety by diligently adhering to OSHA standards and regulations during electrical installations.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Collaborated closely with other trades on construction sites, fostering positive working environment for efficient project completion.
Apprentice Electrician
H&L Electric
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Install PVC underground, Installed Conduit, Internal wiring in hotel, Installed equipment, appliances, fixtures, Worked off ladders and scissor lifts
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Collaborated closely with other trades on construction sites, fostering positive working environment for efficient project completion.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
Apprentice Electrician
St. Mary’s Electric
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Installed conduit, Installed wiring, Worked off scissor lifts
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kansas Army National Guard
Ottawa, KS12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Salina Area Vocational College
Salina, KS12.2015
Associate of Applied Science -
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS12.2011
High School Diploma -
Smoky Valley High School
Lindsborg, KS12.2010
Skills
- Stress Tolerance
- Component Replacement
- Product Evaluation
- Mechanical engineering knowledge
- Electronic Measurements
- Blueprint and Schematic Reading
- Electrical systems installation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Soldering skills
- Continuity Testing
- Instrument Calibration
- Electrical Control Systems Installation
- Wiring diagrams
- Instrumentation Repair
Timeline
Instrumentation Technician
Pfizer
04.2019 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
Interstates
01.2017 - 01.2019
Apprentice Electrician
Accurate Electric
01.2015 - 01.2017
Apprentice Electrician
H&L Electric
01.2013 - 01.2014
(88M) Heavy Equipment Operator
Kansas Army National Guard
01.2012 - 01.2018
Apprentice Electrician
St. Mary’s Electric
01.2011 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Kansas Army National Guard
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Salina Area Vocational College
Associate of Applied Science -
Hutchinson Community College
High School Diploma -
Smoky Valley High School
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
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