Terry Pilkington
Grapeland
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Projects Controls Technician
Nucor/Vulcraft-TX
Grapeland, 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
Center, TX
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
Palestine, TX
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
Abilene, TX
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, TXHigh School Diploma -
Kennard ISD
Kennard, TX05.1994
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