Matt Sterrett
Bluffton
Summary
Dedicated E&I Technician with expertise in troubleshooting, control systems, and process calibration. Proven ability to install and maintain complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
E&I Technician
Marathon Petroleum Corp
Lima
09.2014 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Troubleshot equipment to identify and resolve issues, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement project specifications effectively.
- Inspected instrumentation systems for optimal performance and reliability.
- Documented maintenance activities and system changes for regulatory compliance.
- Trained junior technicians on safety procedures and equipment operations, fostering a safer work environment.
- Assisted in developing preventive maintenance schedules for critical systems.
- Participated in root cause analysis, improving operational reliability and efficiency.
- Utilized computer-based systems for data acquisition and analysis of process parameters.
- Troubleshot complex control system problems using diagrams or schematics.
- Analyzed process data from field devices to optimize system performance.
- Provided technical support to plant operations personnel during start-up and shutdown operations.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all installed E&I equipment.
- Researched new technologies that could improve current E&I system designs.
- Connected wiring between various components including power supplies, sensors, actuators and controllers.
- Calibrated process control instruments using test equipment.
- Installed new electrical and instrumentation systems according to drawings and specifications.
- Maintained records of all work performed in accordance with safety regulations.
- Repaired faulty electrical and instrumentation components such as switches, relays, regulators, circuit breakers.
- Performed preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment, such as motors, generators, switchgear and valves.
Journeyman Electrician
Sidney Electric
Lima
03.2004 - 09.2014
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues to restore functionality promptly.
- Trained apprentices on electrical codes and safe work practices.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams for project execution.
- Traced and resolved electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
- Installed motor feeders and made standard motor connections.
- Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
Rhodes State
Lima OH04-2003
Skills
- Instrumentation installation
- Instrumentation calibration
- Control systems
- Electrical installation
- Electrical testing
- Electrical testing knowledge
- Wire termination
- Level measurement
- Loop checking
- Process calibration
- Data acquisition
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
- IBEW Journeyman Certificate
Timeline
E&I Technician
Marathon Petroleum Corp
09.2014 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Sidney Electric
03.2004 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
Rhodes State