Kolin Kilpatrick
Arlington,Texas
Summary
Skilled in various electrical disciplines, including power generation, electric plant operations, and PLC cabinet production and testing. Proven ability to manage alarm and indication systems effectively. Demonstrated expertise in optimizing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
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Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Technician
Prime Controls
Lewisville, Texas
02.2024 - 07.2026
- Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to address quality issues promptly.
- Conducted tests on products such as dimensional, visual and functional inspections.
- Provided technical support to internal departments regarding product quality issues.
- Compiled and tracked metrics related to product quality and reliability; reported results and proposed corrective actions.
- Developed inspection plans, procedures, checklists, documents, drawings and specifications.
- Monitored production processes to detect potential problems and take corrective action.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, manufacturing and logistics to resolve quality issues quickly and efficiently.
- Installed and configured PLC systems for manufacturing processes.
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical control systems on production equipment.
- Conducted regular maintenance on PLC hardware and software components.
- Trained junior technicians on PLC operation and troubleshooting techniques.
Fire Alarm Installation and Service Technician
Northstar Fire Protection
Lewisville, Texas
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Installed fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings, enhancing safety and security.
- Adhered to all local codes and regulations related to installation of life safety systems.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold safety regulations, ensuring installation integrity and compliance.
Production and Install Technician
Lonestar Communications
Grand Prairie, Texas
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Wired paging and address cabinets and nurse call control panels based on schematic drawings provided by Engineering.
- Conducted system tests to ensure proper functionality and performance.
- Delivered technical support to customers during installation processes, enhancing user experience.
- Collaborated with team members to complete installations efficiently.
- Troubleshot issues during installations and resolved them promptly.
- Troubleshot issues in existing installations to identify root cause and implemented solutions.
- Completed final system installations, confirming operational readiness and reliability.
- Configured systems for optimal performance according to customer requirements.
- Performed quality checks on finished products, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
Nuclear Submarine Electrician
Navy
Millington, Tennessee
12.2010 - 12.2016
- Operated electric plant systems, ensuring reliable steady-state performance critical for mission success.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems to ensure functionality.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical malfunctions using specialized testing equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and modifications.
- Trained junior electricians on safety protocols and best practices in installations.
- Inspected wiring and connections, ensuring compliance with military standards and enhancing safety and reliability.
- Maintained organized inventory of electrical materials, supporting efficient operations. of electrical supplies and tools for operational readiness.
- Facilitated emergency repair efforts to ensure mission continuity and operational effectiveness. during deployments, maintaining operational readiness and mission effectiveness.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Identified problems with electrical systems by observing operation, listening for problems and using test equipment such as multi-meters.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
Education
Nuclear Plant Operations
Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
Goose Creek, SC04-2012
Nuclear Engineering
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Goose Creek, SC06-2011
High School Diploma -
Paschal High
Fort Worth, TX07-2007
Skills
- Quality control
- Dimensional inspection
- Calibration techniques
- Production troubleshooting
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Process improvement
- Technical writing
- SOP development
- Employee training
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Fire alarm installation
- Wiring schematic interpretation
- PLC programming
- Field service
- Training and mentoring
- Instrumentation calibration
- Control systems design
Certification
- UL 508A MTR
Timeline
QC Technician
Prime Controls
02.2024 - 07.2026
Fire Alarm Installation and Service Technician
Northstar Fire Protection
01.2024 - 02.2024
Production and Install Technician
Lonestar Communications
06.2017 - 06.2020
Nuclear Submarine Electrician
Navy
12.2010 - 12.2016
Nuclear Plant Operations
Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit
Nuclear Engineering
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
High School Diploma -
Paschal High