TRAMOND THORNTON
Houston,TX
Summary
Controls Technician III with 10+ years of experience supporting industrial automation, PLCs, BAS/BMS, EPMS, SCADA, instrumentation, and critical facility infrastructure. Experienced in troubleshooting Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Siemens S7 PLCs, Ignition SCADA, Siemens Desigo CC, Johnson Controls Metasys, and Schneider Electric PME systems. Skilled in commissioning, startup, electrical troubleshooting, VFDs, HVAC controls, industrial networking, and preventive maintenance. Proven track record supporting mission-critical operations in data center, manufacturing, energy, and industrial environments while maintaining safety, reliability, and uptime.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Controls Technician III (Contract)
Amazon
Dallas, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Supported Siemens Desigo CC and Johnson Controls Metasys BAS/BMS systems for mission-critical data center operations.
- Performed troubleshooting and commissioning of Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and Siemens S7 PLC systems.
- Monitored and supported Schneider Electric PME (EPMS) for UPS, switchgear, generators, and power distribution systems.
- Utilized Ignition SCADA, FactoryTalk View SE, and WinCC for monitoring, alarming, and system diagnostics.
- Troubleshot BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, and OPC UA communications.
- Executed loop checks, I/O validation, instrument calibration, and startup activities.
- Supported CRAH units, chilled water systems, VFDs, generators, UPS systems, and critical facility infrastructure.
- Interpreted electrical schematics, one-lines, network diagrams, and control drawings.
- Worked with commissioning teams, contractors, and facility engineers to improve system reliability.
Comtrols Technician (Contact)
Shell
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Troubleshot and maintained PLC and SCADA systems (Allen-Bradley / Siemens) for oil & gas process operations
- Acted as first responder for electrical and control system failures, including VFD faults and communication errors
- Performed calibration and testing on sensors, transmitters, and valves to ensure Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) compliance
- Executed preventive maintenance tasks and documented all work using CMMS (SAP/Maximo)
- Interpreted schematics, control drawings, and P&IDs to identify root causes and restore uptime
- Collaborated with operations and maintenance teams to improve reliability and minimize downtime
- Conducted comprehensive diagnostics testing to isolate faults in control hardware and software components swiftly.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop, install, and troubleshoot custom control systems for specific applications.
Maintenance Technician III
Coca-Cola
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Performed advanced troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on high-speed bottling and packaging lines
- Executed preventive maintenance schedules, overhauled machinery, and replaced worn components to minimize downtime
- Maintained and troubleshot PLCs (Allen-Bradley / Siemens), performing minor programming adjustments and automation fixes
- Documented all work in CMMS (SAP-PM / Maximo) to maintain accurate equipment history
- Ensured compliance with GMP, food safety, and plant safety standards
- Mentored junior technicians and supported cross-functional teams to maintain production efficiency
Maintenance Technician II
Emerson
09.2014 - 07.2020
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment, including sensors, motors, and control panels
- Troubleshot PLCs (Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, Siemens TIA Portal) to monitor I/O status and resolve logic-based stoppages
- Configured and calibrated HMI touchscreens for improved operator feedback and system monitoring
- Reduced machine downtime by 15% over 6 months by identifying recurring failure patterns
- Maintained average MTTR under 45 minutes for critical production line failures
- Optimized spare parts inventory for VFDs and sensors, reducing emergency shipping costs
- Conducted root cause analysis and implemented solutions to prevent repeat equipment failures
- Supported predictive maintenance activities, including vibration analysis and IR thermography
- Coordinated with controls and engineering teams to improve equipment uptime and reliability
- Followed LOTO and plant safety protocols
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXSkills
- Automation & Controls
- PLCs: Allen-Bradley, Siemens
- SCADA/HMI Systems
- VFDs, motor control, and automation devices
- HMI configuration and troubleshooting
- Electrical & Instrumentation
- Electrical troubleshooting: 24VDC, 120–480VAC circuits, 3-phase motors, servos
- Sensors, transmitters, valves, and field calibration
- Electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control drawings interpretation
- Mechanical & Maintenance
- Preventive & corrective maintenance, machinery overhauls
- Mechanical troubleshooting: conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Predictive maintenance: vibration analysis, IR thermography
- Software & Documentation
- CMMS: SAP, Maximo
- Work order and maintenance documentation
- Safety & Compliance
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Plant safety protocols and GMP compliance
Languages
- English
- Full Professional
Timeline
Controls Technician III (Contract)
Amazon
12.2025 - Current
Comtrols Technician (Contact)
Shell
01.2025 - 11.2025
Maintenance Technician III
Coca-Cola
08.2020 - 12.2024
Maintenance Technician II
Emerson
09.2014 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Texas A&M University