Robert Kearney
Senior Electrical Technician
Holland,OH
Summary
Accomplished Senior Electrical Technician with a robust background at North Star BlueScope Steel LLC, where I spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced equipment downtime through preventive maintenance and system upgrades. Significant experience with PLC's, control devices, and adept at leading teams, my approach has consistently enhanced system efficiency and achieved cost savings. Skilled in industrial automation and training, I excel in optimizing operations and mentoring junior technicians.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Electrical Technician
North Star BlueScope Steel LLC
04.1998 - Current
- Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance through regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Interpreted schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs or installations.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Utilize CMMS to maintain inventory records for electrical components and preventive/corrective maintenance.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Led junior technicians, providing guidance and sharing expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Provided technical support during commissioning stages of major projects, ensuring seamless transitions from construction to operation phases.
- Improved system efficiency by designing and implementing electrical modifications and upgrades.
- Optimized energy usage by evaluating systems and recommending cost-effective improvements.
- Achieved significant cost savings by identifying opportunities to reuse or repurpose existing materials during renovations or expansions.
- Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting the most suitable products and services based on quality, cost, and reliability factors.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
Nuclear Field Electrician's Mate
U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.1992 - 04.1998
- Nuclear Power Plant Operator-Electric Plant Operator, Steam Plant Control Operator(Throttleman), and Shutdown Reactor Operator.
- Corrective and preventive maintenance throughout the submarine including: motors, generators, main distribution circuit breakers, instrumentation, control systems, battery cells, kitchen equipment, lighting, and general electrical distribution panels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Northwest State Community College
Archbold, OHElectrical Systems And Nuclear Power Plant Ops
Navy Nuclear Power Training
Orlando, FL And Ballston Spa, NY06-1994
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Industrial automation
- AC and DC motors
- Instrumentation Calibration
- Equipment controls
- Electrical safety
- Transmitters(flow, pressure, temperature, valve positioners)
- Root cause failure analysis
- Motor controls
- Variable frequency drives
- PLC programming
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
Work Availability
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Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
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Work-life balancePaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchTimeline
Senior Electrical Technician
North Star BlueScope Steel LLC
04.1998 - Current
Nuclear Field Electrician's Mate
U.S. Navy Active Duty
10.1992 - 04.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Northwest State Community College
Electrical Systems And Nuclear Power Plant Ops
Navy Nuclear Power Training
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