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Thomas Clark

Vidor

Summary

With a proven track record at Energy Transfer Partners L.P, I excel in electrical troubleshooting and leadership, enhancing plant reliability and safety. My expertise spans from high-voltage systems to industrial automation, significantly reducing downtime. I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency in electrical installations and repairs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Vapor Recovery Rech.

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
12.2012 - Current
  • Contributed to a reduction in workplace accidents through diligent adherence to safety protocols during all tasks.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for potential energy savings and implementing cost-effective measures.
  • Provided training to junior technicians on proper procedures for handling high-voltage equipment safely and effectively.
  • Kept robust spare parts inventory based on expected needs to minimize downtime.
  • Increased overall plant reliability through meticulous maintenance of motors, transformers, and other electrical devices.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate equipment for capital projects, considering factors such as cost-effectiveness, reliability, and ease of integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, facilitating efficient planning for future workloads.
  • Reduced downtime for production lines by troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues promptly.
  • Calibrated combustion controls to meet appropriate safety standards.

Instrumentation Technician

Newtron Group
09.2012 - 12.2012
  • Removed damaged instruments and repaired components.
  • Identified issues by testing and troubleshooting instruments, components and assemblies using voltmeters, circuit testers and oscilloscopes.
  • Installed maintained, and repaired various types of instruments to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Conducted extensive testing on instruments for quality assurance purposes before installation or repair work commenced.
  • Conducted troubleshooting procedures and root cause analysis to determine causes of problems.
  • Enhanced system reliability by performing calibration and validation tasks on instrumentation devices.

Apprentice Electrician

Allied Electrical Contractors
05.2007 - 12.2012
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
  • Installed conduit systems effectively for better wire protection, contributing to overall system longevity and reliability.
  • Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
  • Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.

Journeyman Electrician

Allied Electric Inc.
04.2012 - 09.2012
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
  • Improved electrical system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
  • Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.

Journeyman Electrician

Newtron Group
12.2011 - 04.2012
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Improved electrical system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
  • Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
  • Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.

Journeyman Electrician

Jefferson Eletric
03.2011 - 12.2011
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Improved electrical system efficiency by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for repair or replacement.
  • Ensured seamless project completion with timely installation of wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
  • Diagnosed issues and developed effective solutions.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Troubleshooted systems and repaired equipment, ensuring compliance with all established guidelines.

Apprentice Electrician

Gold Crest Electric
12.2005 - 05.2007
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
  • Installed conduit systems effectively for better wire protection, contributing to overall system longevity and reliability.
  • Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
  • Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.

Sergeant of Correctional Officers

T.D.C.J.
02.1999 - 12.2005

Supervise daily operations of my assigned area insuring the safety and security of employees in my area and security and safety of offenders in the housing area.

Responding to and managing emergencies.

Scheduling time off.

reporting and supervising maintenance work.

Education

Epri Level 1 Instrumentation

B.E.J.A.T.C.
Nederland, TX
01-2012

Electrical Apprenticeship

Beaumont Joint Apprenticeship School
Nederland, TX
06-2011

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
08-1997

High School Diploma -

Bryan High School
Bryan, TX
05-1991

Skills

  • Electrical Installation
  • Electrical testing
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Low-voltage Systems
  • Electrical Panel Upgrades
  • Power Distribution
  • High voltage systems
  • National Electrical Code
  • Grounding Systems
  • Emergency Repairs
  • Motor Controls
  • Variable Frequency Drives
  • Industrial Automation
  • Control systems

Timeline

Vapor Recovery Rech.

Energy Transfer Partners L.P
12.2012 - Current

Instrumentation Technician

Newtron Group
09.2012 - 12.2012

Journeyman Electrician

Allied Electric Inc.
04.2012 - 09.2012

Journeyman Electrician

Newtron Group
12.2011 - 04.2012

Journeyman Electrician

Jefferson Eletric
03.2011 - 12.2011

Apprentice Electrician

Allied Electrical Contractors
05.2007 - 12.2012

Apprentice Electrician

Gold Crest Electric
12.2005 - 05.2007

Sergeant of Correctional Officers

T.D.C.J.
02.1999 - 12.2005

Epri Level 1 Instrumentation

B.E.J.A.T.C.

Electrical Apprenticeship

Beaumont Joint Apprenticeship School

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Sam Houston State University

High School Diploma -

Bryan High School
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