Controls Technician
Larry Morgan
Liberty Energy
Hollow Rock,Tennessee
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Controls TechnicianPlant Maintenance Technician
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-Site
Location:
Hollow Rock, Tennessee, US
Open to relocation:
No
Minimum Desired Compensation
$35/hr
20
years of professional experience
Experienced with automation systems and process controls in industrial environments. Ability to utilize technical knowledge to troubleshoot and resolve system issues efficiently. Strong understanding of PLC troubleshooting, ensuring seamless integration and operation of control systems.
Work History
Controls Technician II
2 Years 8 Months- Diagnosed and repaired control systems for optimal functionality across multiple production units.
- Supported smooth operations by providing timely technical assistance to production teams during process upsets or emergencies.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current with industry trends and advancements.
- Conducted regular inspections and assessments of control equipment, ensuring compliance with Liberty standards.
- Completed critical repairs and maintenance of electrical systems and program software.
- Skilled in troubleshooting control system malfunctions and creating plans for repair.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by adhering to all company policies and industry regulations while performing tasks on-site or remotely.
- Assisted in new equipment commissioning by ensuring seamless integration with existing control infrastructure.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on instrumentation and controls equipment.
- Trained junior technicians on troubleshooting techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Retested electrical products and systems to determine effect of modifications.
District Electronics Manager
- Assisted with opening of a new yard in the Marshall / Longview area.
- Setup initial inventory / Sourced local distributers for fulfillment
- Identified design flaw in equipment mounted fire suppression system.
- Worked with vendors to source replacement parts to help mitigate premature discharges, issued a technical service bulletin to roll out changes company wide.
- Managed 20+ employees in the electronics department. Provided scheduling, training, PTO requests, Annual reviews, disciplinary actions when needed.
- Attended corporate meetings, provided updates, discussed needed changes.
- Supported all IT related needs locally. (Computer repairs, network troubleshooting and repairs)
- Assisted with newly developed equipment. Deployed new technologies and tested for reliability.
- Worked with engineers and identified changes that needed to be made before a final version was released.
- Developed test stand procedures to fully test equipment before releasing to field operations to ensure reliable equipment is sent to customers locations. All equipment charted and filed for each test which helped create a problem history for units that have recurring issues when tested.
- Created Lead positions and divided fleets evenly across all Leads. Mentored each Lead and assisted them with employee relations, HR policies, and corporate expectations.
Field Electronic Technician / Electronic Lead
- Maintenance and repair of all Frac equipment
- Troubleshoot PLC based systems
- Troubleshoot / repair various flow meter systems
- Identify problem areas in existing equipment, re-design and repair to maintain reliability.
- Interview new hires to determine ability / training needed.
- Maintain electronic inventory and ensure adequate supply. Source new vendors when parts become unavailable through normal supply lines.
- Inspect / test new equipment. Submit failure reports and design changes needed based on results.
- Provide 24-hour support to all fleets in assigned region
- Meet with customers over upcoming jobs discuss electronic expectations
Appliance Repair Technician
- Diagnose and repair of home appliances (Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators, Microwaves, and Dishwashers.
- Train customers on proper use of appliances.
- Maintain company provided vehicle in a work from home environment
- Order inventory as needed to replenish stock and prepare for future repairs
Electronics Technician
- Troubleshooting PLC systems
- Troubleshooting engine ECM
- Train new hires and familiarize them with the control systems and how to troubleshoot problems with various equipment
- Wireless communication system for equipment control
- Responsible for all computer related issues in Command Vehicle
- Installation and testing of PTZ IP-Network cameras
- Troubleshooting and maintenance of satellite uplink providing phone/internet service to location
- All other electrical issues including, lighting, air conditioning, heaters, wiring harnesses, ac/dc voltages
- Responsible for programming all 2-way Motorola radio equipment and antenna tuning
- Installation/Maintenance/troubleshooting radioactive densometers
- Conducting electrical PM maintenance on all equipment assigned to my crew
- Ordering parts, keeping sufficient inventory on location to repair equipment
- Filing correct paperwork for equipment such as work orders, deficiency reports, and root cause investigations
RF Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Generator Control Panel wiring and testing
- Testing and repairing of complete satellite system prior to shipping
Locomotive Electrician
2 Years 7 Months- Responsible for the wiring and testing of new hybrid type locomotives
- Wired new locomotives according to engineering specifications via schematic printouts and production change sheets
- Tested newly built locomotives for proper operations and insured all systems worked correctly before shipping completed units
- Responsible for the maintenance and repair of several locomotives in the field
- Rewired older conventional diesel type locomotives and restored those units to service
- In charge of the installation and maintenance of the digital video security system
- In charge of the maintenance and repair of all company computers and network equipment on site
Education
GED Certificate
GED program – March 2011
- PLC Ladder logic, RSLogix 5000, Control Logix
Skills
Radiation Safety Officer
Industrial automation systems
Schematic reading
Programmable logic controllers
Windows Systems
Linux Systems
Server deployment
Network communications
Electrical troubleshooting
Variable frequency drives
Work History
01-2018
Timeline
Controls Technician II
Liberty Energy
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
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08.2006 - 03.2009Read More
Orion Technical Training
from PLC Ladder logic, RSLogix 5000, Control Logix
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Electronics Technician
Fractech Services Intl.
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Appliance Repair Technician
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Field Electronic Technician / Electronic Lead
ProFrac Services
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District Electronics Manager
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Kilgore College
GED Certificate
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