Nolan Rietkerk
Prescott
Summary
I am an Automation Technician still learning many techniques to make me more successful in my career pursuit. I have done many projects to help introduce not only safety but also automating failsafe protocols. I am still a work in progress in terms of troubleshooting but I passion myself on learning each and every day with every opportunity given.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automation Technician
Nolato Contour
Baldwin
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Executed troubleshooting protocols to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues promptly.
- Performed functional testing of automation equipment to verify system performance and reliability.
- Reviewed and updated safety protocols to promote a culture of safety within the workplace.
- Participated in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing process automation efficiency.
- Troubleshot and resolved issues with automated systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software components.
- Trained operators on how to use automated equipment safely and effectively.
- Developed custom programs using PLCs for various machines and processes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when working with automated machinery.
Education
Associates of Automation Engineering - Industrial Automation
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI 01.2023 - 12.2025
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Process automation
- PLC programming
- Troubleshooting protocols
- Functional testing
- Continuous improvement
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Fanuc certification
Timeline
Automation Technician
Nolato Contour
05.2025 - Current
Associates of Automation Engineering - Industrial Automation
Chippewa Valley Technical College
01.2023 - 12.2025