Kevin Fonseca
Dayton,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused Instrument Technician with an Associate of Applied Science in Analytical Instrumentation Technology. Proven progression from junior technician to lead commissioning roles. Extensive hands-on experience with loop checks, temperature configurations, and complex troubleshooting using the Fluke 789 ProcessMeter. Highly adaptable to rigorous schedules, including 7/12 turnarounds and commissioning projects. Expert in reading P&IDs, selecting correct fittings, and maintaining clear communication with the Board Operators during critical testing phases.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Instrument Technician
Kent
Port Arthur, Texas
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Commissioning & Start-up: Played a key role in a 6-month commissioning project, verifying system readiness and ensuring all instrumentation met operational specifications before startup.
- Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnosed and repaired complex instrument malfunctions during high-intensity 7/12 shifts, ensuring minimal downtime during critical project phases.
- System Optimization: Enhanced knowledge of craft-specific logic and control loops, moving beyond basic checks to deep dive system analysis and repair.
- Documentation: Completed detailed loop folders and redlined drawings to reflect as-built conditions for the client.
Instrument Technician
UPS
Deer Park, Texas
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Loop Verification: executed precise loop checks and simulations using Fluke 789 meters to verify signal integrity back to the DCS.
- Temperature Instrumentation: Removed, calibrated, and re-installed temperature transmitters and RTDs/Thermocouples, ensuring accurate process readings.
- Turnaround Support: Provided rapid support for a short-term project, integrating quickly with the team to close out work orders efficiently.
Instrument Technician
C2C
North, South Carolina
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Field Maintenance: Performed scheduled installation and maintenance duties, utilizing schematics to configure instrumentation.
- Process Efficiency: Increased production efficiency through diligent troubleshooting of instrument malfunctions during a focused contract period.
- Adaptability: Quickly adapted to site-specific safety protocols and equipment standards to deliver immediate results upon arrival.
Instrument Technician
UPS
New Orleans, Louisiana
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Routine Maintenance: Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of pneumatic and electronic instruments.
- Safety Compliance: Ensured strict adherence to safety compliance by maintaining accurate records of instrument inspections, repairs, and calibrations.
- LoopShooting: Utilized multimeters and process calibrators to shoot loops and verify controller responses in coordination with operations.
Instrument /Analyzer Technician
MMR
Ingleside, Texas
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Analyzer Operations: Conducted a comprehensive 2-3 week shadowing experience focused on pH analyzers, actively engaging in operations within analyzer houses.
- Inventory Management: Maintained accurate inventory of spare parts to minimize delays when replacing or repairing instruments during critical situations.
Instrument Technician
MMR
Ingleside, Texas
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Technical Support: Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise to resolve issues quickly.
- Service Records: Wrote detailed service reports, and maintained organized records of service actions and calibration data.
- Equipment Reliability: Focused on maintaining temperature and pressure control loops to ensure plant stability.
Junior Technician
Contech
Baytown, Texas
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Foundational Training: Gained hands-on proficiency in shooting loops, verifying 4-20 mA signals, and understanding the complete loop circuit.
- Fitting & Tubing: Learned to identify and install the correct tube fittings (sized and material compatibility) to ensure leak-free connections.
- Operations Communication: Developed the critical skill of communicating effectively with board operators (control room) to confirm signal receipt and alarm testing.
- Installation: Assisted senior technicians in complex installations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Analytical Instrumentation Technology
Lee College
Baytown, TX12-2023
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
Baytown, TX05-2020
Skills
- Board operator communication
- Safety compliance TWIC, NCCER
- Problem solving
- Detail-oriented
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Loop verification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
NCCER: #28202890
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Kent
01.2025 - 12.2025
Instrument Technician
UPS
09.2024 - 10.2024
Instrument Technician
C2C
06.2024 - 06.2024
Instrument Technician
UPS
03.2024 - 05.2024
Instrument /Analyzer Technician
MMR
12.2023 - 01.2024
Instrument Technician
MMR
11.2023 - 12.2023
Junior Technician
Contech
09.2023 - 10.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Analytical Instrumentation Technology
Lee College
High School Diploma -
Lee High School