MIKE SOLI
Velva,ND
Summary
Solid background in commissioning and system optimization. Adept at performing thorough equipment inspections and ensuring compliance with safety standards, contributing to smooth project handovers. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and technical problem-solving, showcasing effective communication and teamwork skills. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system optimization. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving results. Adaptable to changing project needs, ensuring reliability and efficiency in all tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commissioning Technician
OTSL
Houston, TX
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted system inspections to ensure compliance with operational standards and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve commissioning issues effectively.
- Developed detailed commissioning reports, documenting procedures and outcomes for future reference.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment setup, operation, and maintenance best practices.
Instrument Technician
Mills Electric Co
Bellingham, WA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
- Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.
- Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining accurate records of instrument inspections, repairs, and calibrations.
- Elevated quality assurance standards with meticulous attention to detail during instrument calibration procedures.
QA/QC Technician
Ion Field Service
Dickinson, ND
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Commissioning all instrumentation (Temp, Level, Gas, Flow)
- QA/QC Point to point verifications and torque inspections
- Building and installing 480V MCC panels
- Supported project completion deadlines through efficient scheduling and management of multiple concurrent tasks.
- Played a key role in the commissioning and decommissioning of instrumentation systems, ensuring a smooth transition between project stages.
Field Technician III RVA II Deployment
Northrop Grumman
Minot, ND
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Field Technician III RVA II Deployment
- Field upgrade for RVA II missile facilities
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
- Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Supported team members in addressing challenging technical issues, sharing expertise and knowledge when needed.
FSR
LiquidPower Specialty Products
Velva, ND
01.2015 - 10.2020
- Evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, and escalate service orders including electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment in the oil field.
- Preventative PMs on all equipment on a 6-month rolling time frame
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
EIC Tech
TransCanada Keystone Pipeline
Grand Forks, ND
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Evaluate, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment to include: motor operated valves, meters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, transducers, etc.
- Evaluate, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair instrumentation equipment to include: flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitters, transducers, etc.
- Worked on an on-call basis after normal work hours, nights, and weekends
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Technology
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND1 2002
Skills
- Proficient in electrical installation and maintenance
- Calibration and maintenance of analog devices
- Motor control centers
- Process control systems
- Ability to work independently for extensive periods of time
- Instrumentation troubleshooting
- Industrial control troubleshooting
- Pneumatic controls
- Electrical testing
Certification
20 Hour High Hazard Facilities
OSHA 30 hour General Industry
TWIC Card
Timeline
Commissioning Technician
OTSL
06.2025 - 12.2025
Instrument Technician
Mills Electric Co
03.2025 - 05.2025
QA/QC Technician
Ion Field Service
09.2023 - 01.2024
Field Technician III RVA II Deployment
Northrop Grumman
07.2022 - 07.2023
FSR
LiquidPower Specialty Products
01.2015 - 10.2020
EIC Tech
TransCanada Keystone Pipeline
01.2012 - 01.2015
Associate of Science - Electrical Technology
North Dakota State College of Science