Richard Urias
San Antonio
Summary
Detail-oriented with knowledge of methods & design, process development and troubleshooting . Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as diligent by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Proactive professional with a wide range of experience both mechanical and technical.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrument Technician
Caliber Valve
09.2025 - Current
- Isolating and verifying valves and positioners.
- Tearing down valves in place or removing and sending to shop
- Inspecting valve bodies and determining if serviceable or needs a replacement
- Removing and recalibrating controls and positioners
- Rebuilding valves and testing
- Reinstalling and returning to service.
- Calibrated and maintained instrumentation for pressure, temperature, and flow measurement systems.
Lead I&E Technician
Seaboard foods RNG
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Assessment of field equipment and facilities
- Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
- Supervise 3rd party contractors on the ongoing development of the field equipment
- Determination of critical equipment and parts to be kept on hand
- Closely monitor budget constraints to remain profitable and efficient
- Mentor other Mechanic and I&E techs on equipment and procedures
- Ensure OSHA compliance along with common safe work practices are adhered to and followed
- Working with operators and plant supervisors to maintain safe and productive runtimes and an understanding of field and plant processes.
Automation Technician
Blackrock Automation Inc
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated with company representatives and developed plans for upgrades
- Troubleshooting and proactive on-the-fly solutions
- Delegation of tasks in an efficient manner
- End to end checks of new installs
- Programing and fine-tuning of various instruments, valves and actuators
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician II
Plains All American Pipeline
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Troubleshoot equipment failures
- Calibrated various meters , radars, transmitters and switches
- Program lacts and other systems
- Mentor and train less experienced employees and supervise their day-to-day work load
- Ensure various communications including fiber optic, satellite, internet radio, p2p systems and Ethernet
Sr. Automation Technician
Pro-Tek Field Services
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Overseeing ongoing projects
- Analyze and troubleshoot existing issues
- Install new equipment
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Analyzed system data to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Responded to emergency system repairs and maintained regular service schedules for all job-related machines to optimize performance.
Instrumentation & Electronics Technician 5
Kinder Morgan
10.2010 - 10.2022
- Directed and coordinated manufacturing, construction, installation, maintenance, support, documentation, and testing activities to comply with specifications of various units and systems.
- Estimated labor, material, or construction costs for budget purposes.
- Verified technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems and ensured that installation and operations conformed to standards and customer requirements.
- Supervised, trained and mentored team members, as necessary.
- Maintained and operated existing equipment and systems including various valve types, brands and set ups. Among them Fisher, Bettis, Balon, Cameron, and generic counterparts.
Plant and Field Mechanic
Kinder Morgan
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Took readings and record data, such as water levels, temperatures and flow rates.
- Operated and inspected machines and heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
- Lubricated and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
- Rewired and troubleshoot electrical systems.
- Primarily focused on fleet of Caterpillar/Ariel compressors ,Ingersoll-Rand KVS an KVSR compressors, Wakashaw/Ariel compressors, Mitsubishi and GE 5500hp electric driven compressors, and Clark reciprocating compressors, Atlas Capco instrument air compressors
Education
DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Texas State Technical College
Sweetwater, TX03-2002
High school diploma - undefined
Iraan High School
Iraan, TX05-2001
Skills
- Instrumentation troubleshooting
- Installation and maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety regulation adherence
- Field instrumentation
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Caliber Valve
09.2025 - Current
Lead I&E Technician
Seaboard foods RNG
04.2025 - 09.2025
Automation Technician
Blackrock Automation Inc
08.2024 - 04.2025
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician II
Plains All American Pipeline
02.2024 - 08.2024
Sr. Automation Technician
Pro-Tek Field Services
10.2023 - 02.2024
Instrumentation & Electronics Technician 5
Kinder Morgan
10.2010 - 10.2022
Plant and Field Mechanic
Kinder Morgan
10.2008 - 10.2010
High school diploma - undefined
Iraan High School
DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
Texas State Technical College