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Laura Weaver

Johnson City

Summary

Results-driven technician skilled in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and performing timely repairs. Expertise in installation, repair, and parts inventory management. Committed to upholding safety practices while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Ami Technician

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
12.2018 - Current
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs promptly.
  • Replaced defective components in equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Delivered on-call assistance for field and office operations related to AMI, ensuring swift resolution of technical issues.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
  • Conducted routine inspections to equipment.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Worked with LCRA on the installation of our new DCUs into the Substations.
  • Made the additions of our DCU, Pole, and AC line from DCU to the AC breaker panel to the substation prints on PEC and LCRA print copies. Sent all additions to PEC substation engineer.
  • Worked on crew performing the installations of new infrastructure in the field for two and a half years. I made ready cables and other parts for linemen as they installed antennas. As well as mounting , wiring and programming the DCU.
  • Maintained billing cycles in the office while supporting new installations in the field, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
  • I worked several rotations of working in the meter shop testing meters, ordering and maintaining inventory.
  • Assisted Meter Shop warehouse with loading of equipment for districts.

AMI Operator

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
11.2015 - 12.2018
  • Monitored system performance, identifying and addressing operational issues to maintain optimal functionality.
  • Collaborated with team members to uphold safe work practices and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Created service orders for my cycles
  • Ran weekend reports and monitored system status during on-call shifts to support operational continuity.
  • Obtained reads for Billing department.
  • Substituted for SCADA Operators during their meetings.

SCADA Technician

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
05.2008 - 11.2015

Responded to emergency calls, restoring SCADA operations through RTU with minimal downtime.

  • Installed wiring and configured programming for the remote terminal unit (RTU) to ensure operational functionality.
  • Utilized specialized tools for efficient installation and repair of electrical infrastructure.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues, ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Operated as a SCADA Operator during staffing shortages to maintain system oversight and operations.
  • Collaborated with Time Warner on the installation of fiber to our substations. Installed the IT switches for the fiber connection.
  • Kept the prints up to date with changes that were made for additions or removals.

SCADA Operator 2

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
07.2006 - 05.2008
  • Operated equipment for safe and efficient electrical distribution.
  • Maintained accurate records of system performance and maintenance activities to ensure compliance and operational reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, enhancing system uptime.
  • Monitored system alerts and responded to issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining safety standards.
  • Ensured cleanliness of tools and workspace to maintain safety standards.

SCADA Operator 1

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
07.2004 - 07.2006
  • Coordinated dispatch operations for seven districts
  • Managed UAI dispatch tasks to ensure timely responses
  • Monitoring Cooperatives Distribution Systems
  • Check outs with SCADA
  • Operated equipment to support electrical distribution processes.
  • Installing & Maintaining RTUs in all of Cooperatives Districts
  • Creating Databases for RTUs
  • Facilitated member support and service inquiries
  • Ability to read maps to find job locations
  • Accurate records of inventory
  • Managed supply ordering to maintain inventory levels
  • Record keeping of new and upcoming jobs
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area
  • Maintain company vehicle

SCADA Operator Trainee

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
Johnson City
08.2002 - 07.2004
  • Monitored system performance and reported issues to ensure optimal operation.
  • Assisted SCADA Technician with field tasks, including print work and wiring for system reliability.
  • Executed job duties following senior personnel instructions to support team objectives.
  • Supported experienced operators in completing tasks efficiently.
  • Studied IEE numbers and their relationship to system functions.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Radiology

South Plains College
Levelland, TX

Skills

  • DCU programming
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Installation and repair
  • System monitoring
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Parts inventory management
  • Safety compliance
  • Emergency response
  • Forklift Operation
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer service

Accomplishments

  • One Megawatt Award
  • Four Watt Awards
  • 1999 Employee of the year (Voted in by the membership)
  • 1997 Nominated for the General Managers Award
  • 1987 Vice President DECA
  • 1987 Who's Who in DECA
  • 1987 Top Salesman (2nd Place) DECA
  • 1987 High Point Senior girl 4-H fair
  • 1986 Top Salesman (1st Place) DECA
  • 1986 Sheriff Posse Queen
  • 1984 4-H Princess

Timeline

Ami Technician

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
12.2018 - Current

AMI Operator

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
11.2015 - 12.2018

SCADA Technician

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
05.2008 - 11.2015

SCADA Operator 2

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
07.2006 - 05.2008

SCADA Operator 1

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
07.2004 - 07.2006

SCADA Operator Trainee

Pedernales Electric Cooperative
08.2002 - 07.2004

Some College (No Degree) - Radiology

South Plains College
Laura Weaver