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Ricardo Talamantes

Elko,NV

Summary

Ambitious candidate with over four years mining experience dedicated to successfully obtaining a position as an Electrical and Instrumentation technician. Eager and determined in furthering my proficiency in this area of study that I am passionate about. Motivated to be a safe, diligent, and efficient asset to the right company.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

E&I Technician

Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez Mill
02.2022 - Current

Returned to same position I was working at previously for Cortez NGM.

E&I Technician

Nevada Cement Company
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and various meters.
  • Modified, maintained or repaired electrical equipment or instruments to achieve proper operation.
  • Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as gas analyzers, electrical motors, motor starters, etc.
  • Used information in technical diagrams, schematics and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.

E&I Technician

Nevada Gold Mines Cortez Mill
06.2019 - 09.2021
  • Install, maintain, and repair Electrical and Instrumentation equipment at the Mill, Crusher, CIL, Heap Leach, Elutions, and Refinery in our gold processing facility.
  • Troubleshoot Electrical and Instrumentation equipment using industry best practices. Utilizing various testing equipment e.g. meters, meggers, calibration gases etc.
  • Perform safely in a work environment, meeting and obeying all workplace safety requirements.
  • Carry out and execute preventative mine maintenance work orders that avert future failures.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
  • Troubleshoot using process and instrument diagrams, electrical schematics and PLC logic.
  • Connect, calibrate, and operate various measurement and testing devices.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation Technology

Great Basin College
Elko, NV
05.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems Technology

Great Basin College
Elko, NV
05.2020

Skills

  • Motivated self starter with excellent work ethic and demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Respect for technical, safety, and quality standards
  • Good interpersonal skills with ability to work in a team setting
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate, prioritize and make timely decisions in emergency situations
  • Proficient analytical problem solving, and logic based skills

References

Stephen Wilcox - Process GS Controls Engineer NGM (775)-399-3438 stephenwade@hotmail.com

James Bruffy - Ormat EI&C Supervisor (775)-604-4234 jbruffey@ormat.com

Erik Cortes - E&I Supervisor NGM (775)-399-0603 ecortes21@nevadagoldmines.com

Jose Gonzalez - I&C Head Process Controls Ormat (775)-401-1975 jgonzalez11@ormat.com


Timeline

E&I Technician

Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez Mill
02.2022 - Current

E&I Technician

Nevada Cement Company
09.2021 - 02.2022

E&I Technician

Nevada Gold Mines Cortez Mill
06.2019 - 09.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Instrumentation Technology

Great Basin College

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Systems Technology

Great Basin College
Ricardo Talamantes