Kenneth Emmons
Irondale,AL
Summary
As an experienced Instrumentation and Controls technician currently employed at Evonik Birmingham, I bring a background in the operation of pipeline facilities, both offshore and at custody exchange locations on midstream pipelines. My experience extends to electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, complemented by a proven ability in commissioning and calibration of diverse instrumentation. I have further enhanced my skills through the completion of Endress Huaser process instrumentation courses, equipping me with advanced knowledge and practical experience to effectively contribute to ant technical team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Evonik
2022.06 - Current
- Assigned as lead technician over commissioning and calibration department.
- Troubleshot complex electrical circuits used in industrial automation environments, restoring functionality promptly.
- Improved system efficiency by installing, maintaining, and calibrating instrumentation and control equipment.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance tasks by implementing a preventative maintenance program for all control systems.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Assisted in planning capital projects involving instrumentation upgrades or expansions, ensuring effective resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle.
Field Service Technician -Measurement
Mustang Sampling
2021.06 - 2022.06
- Preform commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on various gas measurement devices at custody exchange points.
- Provide remote troubleshooting on Emerson and ABB gas chromatographs.
- Installation of of enclosures for instrumentation.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Provided recommendations for future upgrades to current systems.
Operations Specialist
Williams Pipeline
2020.03 - 2021.06
- Preformed proving of crude oil liquid flow measurements.
- Operated reheat skid for natural gas.
- Completed daily preventative maintenance tasks such as compressor pms and generator pms.
- Preformed DOT required maintenance on valves and transmitters.
- Filed proof of accuracy forms and calibration documents with associated companies.
Electrical Helper
ISC Constructors
2019.11 - 2020.03
- Assisted electricians with installing electrical systems, resulting in timely project completion.
- Terminated PLC and junction cabinets.
- Maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems inside chevron refinery.
Electrical Helper
C and R Electrical
2017.03 - 2019.03
- Operated hand and power tools correctly to minimize risks of damage, shock, or personal injury.
- Followed exact direction of electricians to help projects move smoothly and avoid unnecessary rework.
- Installed light fixtures in existing structures and new constructions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation And Process Control
Mississippi Gulf Coast CC
Gautier, MS12.2019
Skills
- Field Instrumentation
- Electrical schematics
- Hydraulic systems
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Instrument Calibration
- Gas detection
- Level Measurement
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Evonik
2022.06 - Current
Field Service Technician -Measurement
Mustang Sampling
2021.06 - 2022.06
Operations Specialist
Williams Pipeline
2020.03 - 2021.06
Electrical Helper
ISC Constructors
2019.11 - 2020.03
Electrical Helper
C and R Electrical
2017.03 - 2019.03
Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation And Process Control
Mississippi Gulf Coast CC
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