John W. Van
Statesville, NC ****7
**********@*****.***
Qualifications
Over 20 years experience working with various manufacturers of DC and AC drive equipment and associated equipment.
In depth knowledge of the principles of tension control and continuous web processes. Knowledge of various PLC lines.
Aftermarket technical support and field service for clients and end users to assist with the resolution of any issues.
Ability to communicate effectively and thoroughly. A team player as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Flexible, Reliable and Dependable.
Professional Experience
Completed DC and AC drives training with Siemens Energy and Automation. Trained and Certified G120, G130, & G150
Trained S120
Completed PLC training on Siemens PLC’s.
Self Guided Training on Allen Bradley PLC 5, SLC 5/MicroLogix, ControLogix/CompactLogix PLC's.
Completed training on all Parker/SSD Drive products and Link systems. Conducted client training classes in house and on-site on Parker/SSD Drives (all levels). Wrote technical manuals and application notes for internal customer use. Employment History
June 28 2021 to Oct 31 2022 Maintenance Technician Ashley Furniture Industries, Statesville, N.C.
Maintain and improve reliability production machines.
(Lamination, CNC saws, drills and routers, edge banders, packaging machinery, dust collection systems, and compressors) April 2015 to Aug. 2020 Industrial Automation Specialist WESCO Distribution Charlotte, N.C.
Teach, assist customer with drive and motor sales, assist outside and inside sales drive and motor selection April 2014 to April 2015 Senior Electronics Technician Daimler Trucks North America, Cleveland, N.C.
Troubleshoot and repair production equipment as required Jan. 1999 to July 10, 2013 Product Support Engineer Parker Hannifin, SSD Drives Div, Charlotte, N.C.
Technical Support via telephone and on-site.
Aug. 1998 to Dec. 1998 Control Systems Specialist
John W. Van Consultants, Banning, CA.
Field service and commissioning service contractor for Drivex. July 1996 to Aug. 1998 Control Systems Specialist
Drivex, Livermore, CA.
Design, build, test, commission control panels, and field service. Sept. 1994 to July 1996 Technical Support Specialist Soffa Electric, Los Angeles, CA.
Field service, commissioning and AC drive consulting. April 1988 to Sept. 1994 Field Service Engineer/Product Service Engineer Siemens Energy and Automation, Alpharetta, GA.
Field service, commissioning, and product support. Education
College of San Mateo Electronics Major
Mitchell Comm. College Career Readiness Certificate