WADE DURRANT ********@*.*** 970-***-****
Accomplished and degreed professional with extensive experience in computers, electronics, electrical and controls. Highly motivated and self-directed.
OBJECTIVE To be an asset and team player as an experienced electrical and
controls technician for a company that is highly respected and is known as a
leader in its industry.
EDUCATION BS Electronics Engineering Technology – 1997 DeVry University
EXPERIENCED SKILLS
Safety
First-Aid Cert.
CPR Cert.
OSHA 10Hr
Arc Flash Cert.
Lock Out / Tag Out Safety
Fork Lift Safety Certified
Motors
AC Motors:
240V Single Phase Motors,
208V / 230V
3-Phase Motors,
460V / 480V
3-Phase Motors
DC Motors:
12Vdc, 24Vdc
VFD’s
Eaton VFD’s
(Commission & Service Certified)
Yaskawa iQPump 1000, P1000 and P7
ABB ASC VFD’s
WEG CFW-11
Centrilift ICS, Advantage GCS
Soft Starters / ATL
Eaton S801, S811 & S811+
Various Mfg. ATL Starters Ranging from 1/2hp to 250hp.
Motor Protection
Eaton Motor Insight
Symcom Motor Saver 520CP and 777
Thermal and Solid State Overloads
Fused and None Fused Disconnects
HMCP
Controls / PLC
Direct Logic DL05, 06 and 250 Allen Bradley
PLC I/O Modules
Allerton VLC- 1188/1688
Siemens PLC
Transducers
Valve Actuators
Various Types of Relays and Timers
Process Meters
Flow Meters
Various Sensors
SCADA / HMI
Cell Modems
Serial Modems
800mHz Antenna’s
Ethernet
RS485
RS232
MODBUS
BACtalk
Routers
Network Adapters
Switches
Testing Tools
Fluke 87 Series Multimeters
Fluke 707 Loop Calibrator
Fluke AC/DC Current Clamps
Oscilloscope
Mega Ohmmeters
Various VFD Software
Various Calibration / Setup Software Schematics
Maintenance
High / Low Voltage Wiring and Termination
Piping
Valve Replacements
Troubleshooting
Bearing and Chain Replacement
Preventive Maintenance
Mechanically Inclined
Personal Attributes
Self-Motivated
Dependable and
Mature
Critical Thinker
Quick Learner
Organized
Multitasking
Team Worker
Flexible
Adaptable
Detailed Oriented
Competent
Problem Solving
Teachable
EXPERIENCE
08/17 to Present PLANT TECHNICIAN, Anheuser-Busch Metal Container Corporation
Adhere to all the safety guidelines and documentation set forth by the company. Worked as a team member in training in a high-speed beverage can manufacturing plant. Duties include troubleshooting, following LOTO and SOP’s, repairing and/or installing electrical and control devices and equipment throughout the entire facility such as VFD’s, relays, sensors, switches, PLC’s. Work with planners and team members to incorporate new or modified electrical circuits and control equipment.
08/14 to 08/17 ELECTRICAL AND CONTROLS TECHNICIAN, Hydro Resources
Working in the water well field, the primary duties included the diagnostic and repair of well system controls and electrical systems that include 24Vdc controls, 3-phase, and single-phase ac motors. Systems may include VFD’s, soft starters, or simple contact starters with or without external motor protection. Build new RTU panels and SCADA systems per design specs. Assisted in programming Direct Logic line of PLC’s. Installation and commissioning new and refurbished well startups. Help design new control systems and update existing control systems. Interpret wiring diagrams and as built drawings. Experience with installing, wiring and setup of pressure transducers and various flow meters and other devices. Installed and setup security cameras including PTZ cameras. Certified service technician and commissioned certified on Eaton VFD’s. Hold Certifications for arc flash, 10-hr OSHA, and forklifts. Research new control devices, VFD’s and Work in adverse weather conditions.
09/10 – 07/13 ELECTRIAL AND CONTROLS TECHNICIAN, Daikin
Accountable for all high/low/control voltage wiring and terminating inside and outside of chiller module and cooling towers. Wiring and terminating included 480V-3Ø load centers, 120/240V subpanels, 480V-240V transformers, motor starter panels, VFD panels, control panels, 460V- 3Ø ac motors, chiller motors, heaters, fan coils or any other low to medium voltage equipment or accessories per customer order. Wired, terminated and tested all control devices such as relays, contactors, microprocessors, pressure gauges, modulated bypass valves, two-position sweeper valves, flow meters, OSA’s, temperature sensors, all lighting, Lakewood Water Treatments and all other devices or equipment that is monitored by the chiller and/or a Alerton® BACtalk VLC-1188, VLC-1688 or Siemens programmable logic controller. Wired all devices and controllers per schematics or points list. Helped designed and implement custom control circuits. Tested and troubleshot all electrical/electronic equipment including VFD and motor starter circuits. Experience in EMT installation. Steel assembly and fabrication including MIG welding. Required being mechanically inclined and creative. Used hand tools, all types of hardware, power tools and equipment.
12/98 04/04 PROJECT SUPERVISOR / MANAGER, FiberConnect, Inc./Alcoa Fujikura
Managed multiple optical fiber splicing and testing projects across the country. Supervised million dollar projects and their associated crews. Accountable for job performance and client approval. Tracked and documented daily progress reports. Coordinated tasks and addressed issues with the Client Field Supervisor daily. Analyzed all data from the field and prepared a “fail/pass” spreadsheet for the Field Supervisor for corrective action needed. Constructed all test packages as required by the client. Contacted the proper vendors to schedule equipment maintenance and repairs or replacements if needed. Conducted safety and training meetings every week. Ordered parts and supplies with vendors as needed.
02/97 – 04/98 SYSTEM TEST ENGINEER, Cray Research, Inc. System Test Check Out division
Participated as an integral part of the hardware and software functionality of Cray mainframes. Troubleshot failures to component level. Performed mainframe module test from a workstation. Documented online a detailed report on all modules or mainframes tested for the day.
12/95 – 08/96 MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN, Intel Corporation
Tend to Piranha etching equipment that develops photoresist image on panels of printed circuit boards on eight-inch wafers. Starts equipment and monitors conveyor systems, temperature gauges, and time. Operated plasma etching equipment as set forth by operating procedures. Conducted regular preventive maintenance on both etching equipment to assure a quality process. Worked as a valuable team member in a high demand environment.