Nicholas Thurston
St. Marys,GA
Summary
Multi-faceted technician with experience and expertise in computer network systems, electrical, electrical controls, instrumentation and electronic components and circuitry. Determined employee with over 4 years of network component installation experience. Highly knowledgeable in system repairs and performance improvements. Successful at applying electronics, electrical circuitry expertise to different practical issues. Skilled in investigating and diagnosing problems and completing root cause analysis. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation and information to assess scope and develop repair or installation strategy. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records and attention to detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Integrator (SCADA)
Jacobs Technology
03.2023 - Current
- Troubleshot incidents reported by operators and management and implement SCADA system changes as well as identify permanent solutions.
- Installing new instruments such as flow meters, resistance temperature detectors, level sensors, valve actuators, programmable relays and variable frequency drives, programming ladder logic for new instrument into the PLC and integrating new data into SCADA database and program into SCADA picture, as well as removing and replacing damaged instruments.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Upgraded programming software to more efficient, user-friendly, modernized software in over 50 PLCs.
- Troubleshoot, repair, replace, rewire PLCs and their cards, and download backup program into PLC as necessary.
- Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations while modifying existing ladder logic programs for increased efficiency.
- Troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining SCADA network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to operators.
- Completed critical repairs and maintenance of electrical systems, PLCs and program software in a timely manner for mission critical systems.
Assistant Maintenance Director (Sail)
US Navy
10.2020 - 03.2023
- Followed company safety standards and procedures and reported potentially hazardous problems or conditions.
- Collaborated with staff in determining ship's engineering, maintenance and repair priorities
- Developed and deployed maintenance control plans to direct execution of planned preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
- Established clear procedures for handling repairs and planning maintenance.
- Assisted with installation of electrical controls and PLCs for new systems as well as maintaining those control systems.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Worked frequently with electrical, electrical controls, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pulley systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Interpreted and modified blueprints and schematics.
Systems Technician (Periscope Imaging)
US Navy
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings for installation planning.
- Explained to users and demonstrated how specific system works.
- Submitted paperwork to record completed jobs and related information.
- Modified, maintained or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Inspected systems, diagnosed problems and developed optimal solutions.
- Responded to problems with processing and production equipment and completed timely and urgent repairs.
- Installed and maintained a variety of electrical and electronic components in accordance with approved methods and procedures.
- Installed, supported and maintained system hardware and software infrastructure according to best practices.
Information Technology Specialist Submarine
US Navy
05.2020 - 03.2023
- Performed daily system monitoring, verifying integrity and availability of hardware, server resources, systems and key processes.
- Performed tests of functionality, security and performance of different workstations and devices.
- Diagnosed network problems involving combination of hardware, software, power and communications issues.
- Set up network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems.
- Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams and blueprints
- Set up hardware and software in optimal configurations to meet network performance requirements.
- Removed and replaced damaged instruments and other electronics and repaired components.
Electronics Technician
US Navy
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams and testing instruments.
- Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams and blueprints.
- Used diagnostic and testing processes in collaboration with product engineers to identify, define and solve equipment issues.
- Conducted semi-routine electronic testing, chronicled data and provided detailed reports to engineering team.
- Performed acceptance testing and measurements on electronic components and assemblies to verify system compliance.
- Modified, maintained or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
- Created, aligned and optimized electrical instrumentation and testing equipment.
Education
Military Training - Electronics Technology
Electronics Technician-Radio 'A' School
Groton, CT05.2019
Military Training - Computer Networking
Tactical Computer Network Operator
Groton, CT12.2018
Military Training - Electronics Technology
Apprentice Technical Training
Groton, CT10.2018
Skills
- Standards Conformance
- Maintenance Requirements
- Visual Inspections
- Blueprint/Schematics Reading
- Maintenance Organization and Development
- AC/DC Circuit knowledge
- Components and Parts Replacement
- Database Software
- Equipment Functional Improvement
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Hardware and Software Installation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
Accomplishments
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal- As Periscope Imaging System Technician he ensured all required maintenance was scheduled and completed after completing the technical insertion of the photonics mast. His management was critical in coordinating maintenance between two crews electronic warfare divisions for the Systems Operation and Verification Testing.
Timeline
Systems Integrator (SCADA)
Jacobs Technology
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Maintenance Director (Sail)
US Navy
10.2020 - 03.2023
Systems Technician (Periscope Imaging)
US Navy
06.2020 - 03.2023
Information Technology Specialist Submarine
US Navy
05.2020 - 03.2023
Electronics Technician
US Navy
05.2019 - 05.2020
Military Training - Electronics Technology
Electronics Technician-Radio 'A' School
Military Training - Computer Networking
Tactical Computer Network Operator
Military Training - Electronics Technology
Apprentice Technical Training
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