Overview
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Terry Pilkington

Grapeland

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Projects Controls Technician

Nucor/Vulcraft-TX
06.2008 - Current
  • Skilled in troubleshooting control system malfunctions and creating plans for repair.
  • Completed critical repairs and maintenance of electrical systems and program software.
  • Interpreted and modified blueprints and schematics
  • Assisted in installation of electrical systems and components for commercial and industrial applications.
  • Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
  • Designed electrical products and systems based on production needs
  • Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
  • Evaluated project scope to establish Electronix BOM and estimate costs.
  • Developed Laddder Logic Programs using Studio 5000 software.
  • Developed HMI programs in FactoryTalk Studio View ME software

EMT-Basic

Priority One
04.2006 - 06.2008
  • Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.

Electronics Technician

Walmart
09.1999 - 05.2005
  • Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment failures to reduce operational disruption.
  • Installed and maintained a variety of electrical and electronic components in accordance with approved methods and procedures.
  • Assembled, tested and maintained components and systems for high-performing electronics.

Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman

United States Airforce
09.1994 - 09.1998
  • Diagnosed mechanical and electronic problems using personal skill, technical documentation and testing tools.
  • Maintained basic knowledge of practices associated with government agency guidelines for aircraft installations.
  • Traveled extensively to customer sites to better understand project requirements and discuss potential technical constraints.
  • Maintained vehicles per manufacturer specifications, applying prescribed preventive maintenance per [Type] support documentation.
  • Read and interpreted orders, drawings, schematics and blueprints to complete accurate actions.
  • Interpreted diagnostic code information to isolate hardware and software failures, suggesting correctional measures to correct discovered flaws.
  • Conducted maintenance and repair services to keep equipment working efficiently.
  • Handled, labeled and disposed of waste according to correct procedures.
  • Repaired mechanical, electronic and hydraulic components of specialized ground Equipment

Education

Angelina College
Lufkin, TX

High School Diploma -

Kennard ISD
Kennard, TX
05.1994

Skills

  • Electronic Measurements
  • Variable Speed Drives
  • Work Management
  • Error Troubleshooting
  • Wire Assembling
  • Interpret Diagrams
  • Electrical Component Evaluation
  • Technician Assistance
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Voltage and Current Meters

Timeline

Special Projects Controls Technician

Nucor/Vulcraft-TX
06.2008 - Current

EMT-Basic

Priority One
04.2006 - 06.2008

Electronics Technician

Walmart
09.1999 - 05.2005

Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman

United States Airforce
09.1994 - 09.1998

Angelina College

High School Diploma -

Kennard ISD
Terry Pilkington