KENNETH MOSLEY
Groveton,Tx
Summary
Hardworking Maintenance Electrician competent in working with industrial machinery to install new equipment, revamp systems and restore functioning after planned and emergency outages. Skilled at testing and troubleshooting machinery to locate electrical faults and diagnose diverse problems. Brings strong attention to detail and dedication to quality necessary to keep Electrical equipment performing at peak levels.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Electrical Technician
Georgia Pacific
Camden, Tx
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained electrical systems and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized testing tools and techniques.
- Installed new electrical components to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
City of Lufkin
Lufkin, Tx
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Derag Sludge pumps
- Remove/Repair/Replace a variety of Pumps in the Waste Water Plant.
- General Plumbing/ Grounds keeping and Maintenance
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Georgia Pacific
Dibol, Tx
09.2014 - 10.2021
- Industrial Electrician- For the better part of my working career I have been an Industrial Electrician.
- The title says it all, Industrial is the ability to work in any environment on any problem.
- The Electrician title has brought to me a vast array of knowledge and experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC-5, Control Logics, MOCO ETC) and test equipment such as Multimeters, Meggers, etc.
- Experienced with Programming and troubleshooting not only PLC and Controls, but also drives such as Allen Bradly Power Flex, and ABB drives.
- The ability to work Safely is a must for an Electrician, therefore I focus on tasks at hand using Proper Planning, Tool Accountability, and the use of Proper Personnel Protective Equipment,(PPE).
- Maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical Control systems, through the use of a PLC, was my forte.
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
City of Lufkin
Lufkin, Tx
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Insure the Electrical operability of Water Wells, Lift Stations, street, building, lighting.
- Directed and trained employees to install and maintain or repair 120v-480v Motors and Controls.
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Crown Colony Country Club
Lufkin, Tx
10.2009 - 03.2011
- Maintenance Manager- As a Maintenance Manager I had the joy of working with a great crew.
- I had no problems leading a crew of 6 while preparing a balanced budget the department.
- Planned work schedules and assigned duties to maintain adequate staff for effective performance of activities and response to fluctuating workloads.
- Troubleshot and repaired problems with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building problems.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
American Color Graphics
Lufkin, Tx
09.2008 - 12.2008
- Industrial Electrician- At American Color Graphics I was able to utilize my skills in troubleshooting Control circuits via PLC-5 and Control Logics to repair system malfunctions.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem has always been interesting to me.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Pilgrim Pride Corporation
Lufkin, Tx
05.2008 - 09.2008
- Verified functionality of relays and starter circuits, monitors and drives related to various equipment.
- Replaced faulty electrical components of machines and positioned sensing devices.
- Removed and replaced damaged and worn out parts to maintain system functionality.
- Wired circuit breakers, transformers and other components.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
6B Construction
Lufkin, Tx
06.2007 - 12.2007
- Ran conduit, pulled wire, for field devices, AC Motors, MCC centers for the Carthage LP Mill new Bark Burner.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Tyler Pipe
Tyler, Tx
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Control Technician- though my stay at GAF was short I was able to learn new things and allowed me to apply my knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers platforms using Rockwell PLC5 and Control Logics, edit programs and search programs to find equipment and understand ladder logic.
- Often times in my career I have had to troubleshoot Open/Closed Loop systems such as I/P 4-20ma controllers.
- With my knowledge and skill set I was able to wire in new circuits / wiring from PLC to field devices such as Limit Switches, Pressure Switches, Tempos, Proximity Switches, and more such as output devices like Hydraulic/Pneumatic Valves, Contactors, Relays, etc.
CONTROL TECHNICIAN
GAF Materials
Dallas, Tx
01.2006 - 05.2006
- Control Technician- though my stay at GAF was short I was able to learn new things and allowed me to apply my knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers platforms using Rockwell PLC5 and Control Logics, edit programs and search programs to find equipment and understand ladder logic.
- Often times in my career I have had to troubleshoot Open/Closed Loop systems such as I/P 4-20ma controllers.
- With my knowledge and skill set I was able to wire in new circuits / wiring from PLC to field devices such as Limit Switches, Pressure Switches, Temposonics, Proximity Switches, and more such as output devices like Hydraulic/Pneumatic Valves, Contactors, Relays, etc.
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
Daltile
Dallas, Tx
08.2005 - 12.2005
- Maintenance Electrician- For Daltile I troubleshot electrical systems, conveyors, MCC centers, as well as all machines.
- Installed ports for Air Flow measuring devices along the entire air system and drew up a print of port locations and pressure readings at each.
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
International Paper
Camden, Tx
10.2001 - 07.2005
- Industrial Electrician- Troubleshooting via a PLC is what I did best.
- The use of a PLC is a must to troubleshoot electrical systems that require Input/Output devices, and I'm glad I have that skill to use along with other test equipment and knowledge to get the machinery up when there is a malfunction, from inputs not making to outputs fired and blown fuses I can handle any problem that comes my way.
NETWORK SWITCHING SYSTEMS OPERATOR
TXU Communications
Lufkin, Tx
09.1998 - 10.2001
- Worked well with different people to address challenges and solve problems collaboratively.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for voice, data, VoIP, and CTI application implementation, add on, maintenance, and support.
- Troubleshot communication systems on the ENET Switch.
GAS TECHNICIAN
Air Liquid
Sherman, Tx
03.1998 - 09.1998
- Gas Technician- As a young technician new to the Purified Gas industry I learned a great deal about how to maintain/replace gas cylinders.
- My duties was not limited to Gas Cylinders but also the flow of and also the maintaining and changing out of Chemical Totes.
- Lots of knowledge of electrical, chemical, gas, and pneumatic control systems was gained as these products were used in the process of making Silicon Wafers at the MEMC Southwest Location.
AVIONICS TECHNICIAN
US NAVY
Oak Harbor, Wa
04.1993 - 04.1997
- Avionics Technician- As a Naval Avionics Technician I was able to showcase my knowledge in the field of Electronics when my Instructor @ 'A SCHOOL' couldn't remember Transistor Theory and my instructor had me teach the class.
- From there I graduated 'A SCHOOL' and received orders to work on the EA-6B Prowler aircraft.
- Through the use of multimeters, regular hand tools, special test equipment I was able to troubleshoot the aircrafts avionic systems such as the Radar, Communications both radio and ICC, and Weapons systems, and make repairs in a timely manner with little to no supervision.
- My Attention to Detail was instrumental in saving the Air Crews life as on a Pre Flight Inspection I noticed some frayed almost broken flight cables that needed to be repaired.
- I notified the proper folks through my Chain of Command so the problem could be solved.
Education
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY -
DeVry Institute of Technology
Irving, TxELECTRONICS -
Angelina Jr. College
Lufkin, TxHYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT LEVEL 1& 2 -
Tyler Jr. College
Tyler, TxPNEUMATICS SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE -
Tyler Jr. College
Tyler, TxPROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS -
Tyler Jr. College
Tyler, TxAVIONICS -
Naval 'A' School
Skills
- Allen Bradley PLC Systems
- Control Systems
- Wiring
- Attention to Detail
- Safety Oriented
- High/Low Voltage Trained
- Troubleshooting Electrical Systems
- PLC
- Control Logics
- AC/DC Drives
- 480-4160v Motor power
- 120v Control power
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Industrial Electrical Technician
Georgia Pacific
03.2022 - Current
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
City of Lufkin
12.2021 - 03.2022
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Georgia Pacific
09.2014 - 10.2021
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
City of Lufkin
06.2011 - 09.2014
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Crown Colony Country Club
10.2009 - 03.2011
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
American Color Graphics
09.2008 - 12.2008
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Pilgrim Pride Corporation
05.2008 - 09.2008
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
6B Construction
06.2007 - 12.2007
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Tyler Pipe
08.2006 - 05.2007
CONTROL TECHNICIAN
GAF Materials
01.2006 - 05.2006
MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN
Daltile
08.2005 - 12.2005
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
International Paper
10.2001 - 07.2005
NETWORK SWITCHING SYSTEMS OPERATOR
TXU Communications
09.1998 - 10.2001
GAS TECHNICIAN
Air Liquid
03.1998 - 09.1998
AVIONICS TECHNICIAN
US NAVY
04.1993 - 04.1997
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY -
DeVry Institute of Technology
ELECTRONICS -
Angelina Jr. College
HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT LEVEL 1& 2 -
Tyler Jr. College
PNEUMATICS SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE -
Tyler Jr. College
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS -
Tyler Jr. College
AVIONICS -
Naval 'A' School