Gavin Kuck
Contact Info
Tel : 608-***-****
e-mail : *****@*******.***
Address
*** ***** ***, ***********, ** 53092
Profile
Objective
I am seeking a position as a SCADA, HMI, PLC Programmer or Controls Engineer
Availability
ASAP
Key Skills
Proficient and familiar with RSLOGIX 5, 500, and 5000
Trained on Siemens PLC S7, AutoCAD, ABB Robots and WonderWare
Experienced with programing PLCs, HMIs, SCADA and Robotics
Circuit boards assembly, electronics and QA
Detail orientated
Quick learning and easy to adapt
Education
2000
High School Diploma
Fall River Public High School, Fall River, WI
2002-03
Automated Logistical Specialist
Quartermaster School, Fort Lee, VA
2012
Certificate Industrial Electronics and Controls
Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI
2012
Certificate Basic Electronics
Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI
2010-12
Electronic Technology AAS (Industrial Controls and Automation) Associate in Applied Science Degree (included training on hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, robotics, wiring, relays, PLCs, HMIs, etc…)
Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI
Work Experience
IAS Inc. New Berlin, WI Full Time
Automation Controls Engineer Jun 2015 – May 2016
Program AB PLCs and HMIs
Review and update Electrical Drawings
Troubleshoot and correct wiring
Assist with Robot Programs
Setup and Install equipment.
Calibrate equipment.
Nemak USA, Sheboygan, WI Full Time
Controls Engineer Nov 2014 – Aug 2015
Verify and Maintain PLCs and Robot equipment
Modify programing in AB PLCs, Proface HMIs and ABB Robots
Create, organize and maintain backups for all systems
Setup and Install equipment.
Calibrate equipment.
Identify needed parts and maintenance.
Energy EXXI(Sirius Technologies Eunice, LA),Grand Isle, LA Full Time
SCADA/PLC Technician Apr 2013 – Nov 2014
Verify and Maintain PLCs and SCADA equipment
Modify programing in AB PLCs/HMIs and Wonderware
Inspect SCADA on multiple platforms in different Fields
Setup and Install equipment.
Calibrate equipment.
Identify needed parts and maintenance.
Yamato(Waterstone Group),Mequon, WI Full Time
Field Service/Bench Technician Sep 2012 – Mar 2013
Test and diagnose equipment to include scales, motors, actuators, and conveyors etc…
Rebuild Equipment.
Setup and Install equipment.
Calibrate equipment.
Verify repairs and calibration done by other employees.
Assist customers in operation and light maintenance.
Identify needed parts and maintenance.
Anguil Environmental Systems, Milwaukee, WI Full/Part – Time
Shipping and Receiving/ Building and Grounds Maintenance Jan 2010 – Aug 2011
Receive, sort and deliver packages, freight and deliveries.
Package, arrange and ship packages, freight and equipment.
Maintain inventory and organize local stock of parts and equipment.
Fix minor problems and arrange contractors to work on major building and local equipment.
Verify materials coming to or from building as well as work done by contractors.
Arrange for disposal or sale of unneeded equipment and materials.
Negotiate and arrange contracts for equipment maintenance and lease such as heating and cooling or printers/copiers.
US Army, Fort Irwin, CA
Full Time
92A Automated Logistical Specialist
Sept 2007 to Feb 2010
I assisted in the pre-deployment training of US and Allied military personnel, by populating simulated cities as Iraqi or Afghani civilian, Police and or Military Forces
Manage Company maintenance and inventory for all equipment to include weapons, vehicles, NBC gear etc…
Order, Pick-up and Deliver parts and equipment for several different Companies.
I was assigned as a driver and worked with the mechanics to do maintenance on my vehicles.
Nightengale Motel, Sturgeon Bay, WI
Full - Time
Motel Manager
April 2006 to August 2007
Manage Motel
Run front desk
Inventory, purchasing, receiving, sales and marketing
Training personnel
Universal Electronics, Whitewater, WI
Full - Time
Surface Mount Operator
January to April 2006
Assemble circuit boards by hand and with surface mount automation
QA
Final assembly
Blueprint reading
Soldering
References
Available upon request