Travis Faulkner
Mainthia Technologies
Akron,Ohio
30
years of professional experience
Experienced Cryogenic Technician with nearly 30 years in maintaining mobile and stationary dewars, liquid vaporizers, and high-pressure cylinders. Specializes in handling and transferring liquid hydrogen and other cryogenics while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Conducts regular testing of relief valves and flex hoses, performs preventive maintenance inspections, and coordinates complex hydro and pneumatic tests at multiple facilities.
Work History
Cryogenic Technician/ Engineering Technician
21 Years 10 Months- Operate and maintain cryogenic systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Transfer liquid Hydrogen, Nitrogen and oxygen. I also maintain all the Dewars and Tube trailers on the lab.
- One of only 3 people authorized to transfer liquid hydrogen.
- I help maintain all the cryogenic pumps and high pressure systems throughout the lab.
- I set up and perform recertification pressure testing of all Dewars, and pressure vessels on the lab and several at Armstrong Test Facility.
- I am certified as a T/O relief valve tester for MTI and test several relief valves and flex hoses for multiple test cells.
- Trained junior technicians on safe handling of cryogenic materials and equipment operation procedures.
- Transferred liquid hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen to designated storage units. I also maintain all the Dewars and Tube trailers on the lab.
- One one of only 3 people authorized to transfer liquid hydrogen.
- Maintained cryogenic pumps and high-pressure systems throughout the laboratory.
- I set up and perform recertification pressure testing of all Dewars, and pressure vessels on the lab and several at Armstrong Test Facility
- I keep all mobile dewars in DOT compliance by performing annual leak tests and semi annual pressure tests to keep the equipment state and federally compliant.
- Supported research projects by providing expert advice on cryogenic techniques and equipment use.
Cryogenic Technician
5 Years 3 Months- Operated and maintained cryogenic systems to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Monitored liquid nitrogen levels to ensure continuous operation and prevent disruptions.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks associated with cryogenic operations.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce risks and enhance safety during cryogenic operations.
- Perform Hydro, and Pneumatic testing on various components and equipment.
- Maintained detailed records and documentation for non-destructive testing activities within the PSO safety program.
- Executed transfer operations for various liquid gases, including hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Machinist/ Valve Shop Technician
2 Years 5 Months- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to fabricate various parts, often obsolete or unique.
- Repaired, rebuilt, and installed various pneumatic valves.
- Conducted tests on relief valves to verify operational integrity.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
High School Diploma
Skills
Cryogenic systems operation and design
Pressure vessel inspectionnn and maintenance
Pressure vessel inspection and maintenance
High pressure systems fabrication
Cryogenic systems design
Pneumatic testing
Valve repair and replacement
Tubing fabrication
Preventive Maintenance
Hazardous materials handling
Timeline
Cryogenic Technician/ Engineering Technician
Mainthia Technologies
10.2004 - CurrentRead More
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06.1999 - 09.2004Read More
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01.1997 - 06.1999Read More
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No Degree from Mechanical Engineering
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High School Diploma
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