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TAYLOR BARNETT

Summary

Skilled and versatile I&E Technician with ten years of experience in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation and electrical systems for industrial operations. Expertise in troubleshooting control systems, maintaining equipment reliability, and optimizing processes to ensure maximum efficiency. Experienced in working with PLCs, SCADA systems, field instruments, and safety systems. Adept at interpreting technical drawings and schematics to resolve complex electrical and instrumentation issues. Dedicated to maintaining a high standard of safety and compliance while contributing to seamless plant operations. Eager to bring strong technical expertise and problem-solving skills to a forward-thinking team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Commissioning I/E Technician

RUS Industrial
07.2025 - Current
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems, including UPS units, backup generators, circuit breakers, and power distribution panels to ensure consistent uptime.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical system failures within the data center, minimizing downtime and ensuring rapid recovery of power supply to critical systems.
  • Install, maintain, and test power distribution equipment such as PDUs, transformers, and electrical panels to ensure safe and efficient power delivery to data center servers and equipment.
  • Assist in the commissioning of new electrical systems during data center expansions, ensuring full integration with existing infrastructure.

Commissioning IE Technician

Overland Contracting
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Calibrated pressure, level, and temperature transmitters and control valves using HART communicators.
  • Conducted loop checks and startup commissioning for solar gas turbine.
  • Worked with DCS and PLC systems operators to troubleshoot instruments not communicating.
  • Wire up 480v switchgear buckets, 480v motors, HOA's
  • Calibrated gas & flame radar detectors.
  • Build loop folders for all instruments, & QA/QC all installations of instrumentation, & conduit raceways

Electrical Foreman

McDermott
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Supervised and coordinated daily activities of electrical crews on commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects to ensure safe and timely completion.
  • Interpreted electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to plan layout and installation of wiring, conduit, and electrical systems.
  • Oversaw installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems including panels, lighting, motors, transformers, and switchgear.
  • Coordinated with project managers, engineers, and other trade foremen to ensure efficient scheduling and workflow across multiple job phases.
  • Conducted inspections and quality control checks on electrical installations to ensure adherence to code requirements and project specifications.
  • Maintained accurate project documentation, including daily reports, timesheets, and material usage logs

I/E Technician

MMR ProCom
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Bench test and calibrate Instruments such as pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters
  • Stroke control & level valves.
  • Fix or replace malfunctioning instrumentation or electrical components.
  • Work with motor controls, MCCs, VFDs, relays, and electrical panels
  • Perform LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and ensure safety compliance during maintenance
  • Perform loop checks and system commissioning during plant startup or maintenance
  • DCS support
  • Interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, and wiring schematics

I/E Technician

STARCON
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Partnered with installer to troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and electrical equipment and automation issues.
  • Supported new equipment commissioning and start-up processes, ensuring seamless integration into existing I&E infrastructure.
  • Conducted inspections of all electrical and instrumentation installations.
  • Maintained accurate records of all repairs, installations, tests and inspections performed.
  • Terminated 480v/120v power panels.

I/E Technician

Zachry Industrial
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Calibrate numerous instruments, Rosemount and Yokogawa pressure transmitters, temperature, pressure, flow, level transmitters, RTD, Thermocouples, Flowserve Valve, CCC, Mason valve controller, Top Work positioner, calibrate and adjust flow, level, and pressure switches, GO switches and CAM switches, worked on Poyam, CCI, Fisher, Mason valves, Troubleshoot Yokogawa DCS system, Mark IV PLC, Troubleshoot guided wave radar levels Rosemount 5300, familiar with an SIS system.

● Help in assist with daily PM'S, CM'S, MOC'S, and trouble calls

● Read and interpret P&ID diagrams and loop drawings

● Efficient with a 475 communicator, 725&789 fluke meters, PI calibrator

Commissioning I/E Technician

Contech Controls
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Troubleshoot flow, level, pressure, and control valves. Vega, Rosemount, Fisher DVC6200

● Troubleshoot Foxboro DCS

● Analyzer troubleshooting Thermo scientific SO2,NOX,. Teledyne opacity and CO2 analyzers. Rand daily and quarterly calibrations. Yearly maintenance in CEMS.

● During the fall outages worked on installation of vibration, speed, eccentricity probes for the steam turbine worked hand in hand with Turbine Pro. Also did calibrations of critical instrumentation and switches during outage.

● Efficient working on Bentley 3500 Rack.

I/E Technician

Triad Electric & Controls
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducted loop checks and startup commissioning for solar gas turbine.
  • Worked with DCS and PLC systems operators to troubleshoot instruments not communicating.
  • Build loop folders for all instruments,& QA/QC all installations of instrumentation, & conduit raceways
  • Provided technical support during plant shutdowns and startups, ensuring smooth transitions without compromising system integrity.
  • Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.

I/E Technician

Worley
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Troubleshooting Advant DCS system, Bentley Nevada, Alan Bradley PLC, Red lion RTU, Emerson Wireless monitoring, and Thermon Heat trace monitoring.

● Involved in Wireless monitoring project for critical instrumentation O Brien boxes and all the deluge buildings. Installation of Red Lion wireless control for ACC fans. Installation for Thermon Heat trace monitoring. Installation of Atos drives and proportional valves for VGIV and BOV valves.

● Troubleshoot pressure, level, flow, temperature loops. Rosemount, Pepperl & fuchs, masoneilan SVI11 positioner, Moore Positioner, Bray Positioner , and flowserve positioner

● Installed vibration, speed, SSS clutch positioning, and temperature probes for the Gas turbine, Steam Turbine and the Feed Water pump.

● Installed wireless transmitters pressure and flows and implemented them into PI

Electrical Journeyman

Colburn Electric
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Safety & Compliance: Adhere to refinery-specific safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash protocols, and PPE (personal protective equipment) usage to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Blueprints & Schematics Interpretation: Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and one-line diagrams to guide the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
  • Installation of New Systems: Install new electrical systems, such as lighting, power distribution, and new instrumentation, as part of refinery upgrades or expansions.
  • Work in high voltage substation installing conduit and cable tray systems
  • Terminate 120/480v motors and panels
  • Cad weld grounding grid

Electrical Journeyman

RUS Industries
05.2018 - 10.2019
  • Pulled wiring, cables, and grounds through cable trays and conduits.
  • Maintained, tested, and repaired motors, generators, lighting systems, and distribution panels.
  • Installed and supported various types of conduit systems (EMT, RMC, PVC-coated) in accordance with NEC standards and refinery specifications.
  • Assisted in layout, measurement, cutting, threading, and bending of conduit using hand and hydraulic tools for complex industrial installations.
  • Installed cable tray systems (ladder, perforated, wire mesh) including mounting supports, hangers, and bonding in hazardous and non-hazardous areas.
  • Pulled and routed power, control, and instrumentation cables through conduit and trays, maintaining separation and secure cable management.

Electrical Journeyman

RAI
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Connected wiring to power equipment and lighting fixtures.

• Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, and other components.

• Assisted in the installation of new circuit breakers and other related components.

• Conducted troubleshooting on systems to detect, locate, and fix malfunctions.

• Work on 120/480V power panels and motors.

• Install light fixtures and receptacles.

Electrical Apprentice

Austin Industrial
07.2017 - 11.2017
  • Assisted electricians with installing electrical systems, resulting in timely project completion and increased customer satisfaction.
  • Fostered a positive working environment among crew members through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect for each other''s skills and abilities.
  • Operated hand and power tools correctly to minimize risks of damage, shock, or personal injury.
  • Installed light fixtures in existing structures and new constructions.

Electrical Apprentice

Thermon Heat Tracing Services
10.2016 - 07.2017
  • Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment, including motors, generators, and control panels, within the refinery setting.
  • Perform electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics on industrial equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and effective resolution of issues.
  • Support the calibration and testing of instrumentation systems, including PLCs and DCS, for automated control of refinery processes.
  • Work with high-voltage electrical systems, following all safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.

Electrical Apprentice

Jacobs
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Collaborate with other trades (mechanical, instrumentation) to ensure seamless operations and repairs across the refinery.
  • Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical circuits, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in upgrading and retrofitting electrical systems to modernize equipment and increase energy efficiency.
  • Participate in safety and compliance training programs, including hazardous area classifications and emergency response procedures.

Electrical Apprentice

Zachry Industrial
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Cut, bent, threaded, and ran conduit and other wiring systems.
  • Arranged wiring and fixtures in preparation for installations.
  • Worked closely with other tradespeople to complete projects efficiently.
  • Tested electrical equipment and parts for continuity and voltage.
  • Maintained tools, vehicles, and equipment, and kept parts and supplies in order.
  • Connected electrical wiring to outlets, switches and fixtures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School
Baytown, TX
05-2011

Skills

  • Loop checks & commissioning
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Electrical code compliance Reading
  • P&IDs, wiring diagrams & schematics
  • Troubleshooting
  • Electrical safety
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
  • Instrumentation Calibration
  • Electrical Systems Maintenance
  • SCADA Systems
  • Process Control Systems
  • Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
  • Automation & Control Systems

Timeline

Commissioning I/E Technician

RUS Industrial
07.2025 - Current

Commissioning IE Technician

Overland Contracting
02.2025 - 07.2025

Electrical Foreman

McDermott
10.2024 - 02.2025

I/E Technician

MMR ProCom
08.2024 - 10.2024

I/E Technician

STARCON
04.2024 - 07.2024

I/E Technician

Zachry Industrial
07.2023 - 04.2024

Commissioning I/E Technician

Contech Controls
11.2022 - 06.2023

I/E Technician

Triad Electric & Controls
10.2021 - 10.2022

I/E Technician

Worley
03.2020 - 08.2021

Electrical Journeyman

Colburn Electric
01.2020 - 03.2020

Electrical Journeyman

RUS Industries
05.2018 - 10.2019

Electrical Journeyman

RAI
11.2017 - 04.2018

Electrical Apprentice

Austin Industrial
07.2017 - 11.2017

Electrical Apprentice

Thermon Heat Tracing Services
10.2016 - 07.2017

Electrical Apprentice

Jacobs
05.2016 - 09.2016

Electrical Apprentice

Zachry Industrial
08.2015 - 05.2016

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School