Professional Data Midstream Partners
Resume:
KAYODE GREGORY EDMONDS
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PROFESSIONAL DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING INSPECTOR, ELECTRICIAN AND ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
Performed visual condition assessments, preparing reports for various types of electrical systems.
Inspected new and existing sound and security systems, wiring, lighting, motors, and generating equipment.
Inspected wiring installation for heating and air-conditioning systems, appliances, and other components.
Kept records and making daily reports of deficiencies found during the inspection.
Inspected for deficiencies in switchboards, power panels, lighting of all types and switchgear.
Inspected electrical systems and devices for proper listings and ensures that all systems are installed in compliance with listing requirements and electrical fire and life safety requirements.
Examined the effectiveness of on-site electrical systems, fixtures, and fire monitoring electronic systems.
Managed repairs through related mechanical, electrical, and electronic system schematics analyses.
Proficient in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD 3D and Solid Works 2012 in the design of the electrical and electronic systems components.
Experienced and proficient in the use of ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, and other test equipment.
Experienced in reading electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Performed maintenance and repairs on various radio and alarm systems.
Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on various three-phase 450-volt, 4000 amp or more power systems, the installation of new equipment, additions, and alterations.
Expert in the preventive and corrective electrical maintenance on motors, generators, and controllers and related power generation equipment.
Independently calibrated all electronic test equipment used for troubleshooting and repair.
Knowledgeable with the operation and maintenance of PLC’s and electrical relays.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Grantham University
Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology, Associate of Science Degree (June 19, 2013)
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
Federal Communications Commission Marine Radio Operators Permit (February 10th, 2013)
NetCom Information Technology
AutoCAD LT 2011(January 30, 2011 - March 13, 2011)
Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) (June 11, 2012 - June 15, 2012)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) (June 25, 2012 - June 29, 2012)
A+ and Network+ Certification (July 30, 2012 - August 10, 2012)
Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client Accelerated (August 13, 2012 - August 14, 2012)
United States Navy Engineering Electrical Core School (November 8, 2000)
Electrical and electronic schematic reading and AC/DC circuit theory.
United States Navy Engineering Electrician’s Mate Class “A” Technical School (December 14, 2000)
Electrical maintenance and circuit theory.
United States Navy Engineering Electrician’s Mate Surface Ship’s Advanced Electrical and Electronic Maintenance School (May 14, 2005)
Electrical Journeyman
Trident Commissioning
Level 1 Commissioning Engineer Certification (June 22nd, 2017)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Electrical Inspector
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey December 2021-Present
Read and interpreted plans and specs and prepare written contract administration documentation such as daily narratives (work reports), special inspection reports, daily time and material records and other reports as requested.
Identified potential issues and kept the Resident Engineer advised of impacts and resolutions and prepared related sketches and documentation.
Coordinated and managed construction work with the airport facility staff as needed.
Confirmed electrical components are installed correctly and conform to PANYNJ rules and regulations according to contract requirements.
Responsible for airport facility and airport ramp electrical work, including runway lighting, substations, electrical rooms, electrical distribution and air traffic control and airport facility communication systems.
Inspects materials, workmanship, and construction and installation of various systems onsite as required by contract.
Interpreted engineering and architectural plans and specifications as per contract.
Conduct inspections to resolve problems on construction sites and briefed contractors and PANYNJ Personnel.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, materials and methods, and industry design standards.
Performed necessary field inspections to monitor, evaluate and document construction as per contract specifications.
Instrumentation Specialist September 2019-November 2021
New York City Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Wastewater Treatment
Provides feedback regarding instrument issues found to engineering, service, plant operations and processes.
Maintains support documentation and performs sampling and testing of operating instrumentation and control systems.
Maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, programing, calibrating, and calculating parameters for controls and instrumentation including supervisory control and data acquisition systems (SCADA), programmable logic controllers (PLCs), gas monitoring systems, automatic chemical dosing systems, and data recorders, variable frequency drives (VFDs), analyzers, level meters, pressure cells, and flow meters.
Maintaining, reviewing, and approving detailed records on equipment utilizing computer and server resources directly related to instrumentation equipment signal performance, such as SCADA related workstations, application software, and network transmission components.
Tracking and recording maintenance activities, inclusive of labor and material requirements utilizing Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and computer maintenance and management system (CMMS) software.
Utilizing a variety of testing devices and software diagnostic procedures to troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and /or adjust instrumentation and micro-computer-based data acquisition controls equipment inclusive of manometers, timers, potentiometers, megohmmeters, multimeters, current loop generators, pressure gauges, digital and frequency counters.
Monitoring and maintaining spare part inventory for all plant instrumentation and control equipment utilizing EAM/CMMS. Making estimates for part ordering, prepares work schedules, and acts as a liaison with vendors concerning replacement parts and system operation, modifications, and upgrades.
Supervising and overseeing the installation, setup, and calibration of instruments, controls, telemetry, and related equipment installed or serviced by outside contractors.
Reading and interpreting flow and wiring diagrams, plans and specifications.
Installing small piping and tubing where necessary. Dismantling and reassembling equipment for corrective maintenance or for replacement in whole or in part. Working with other plant personnel to facilitate the repair and replacement of components.
Provides technical support for the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of the plant's instrumentation systems and equipment, including low voltage electrical systems and protective instrument systems.
Investigates instrumentation equipment failures, determine root causes of failures, and recommends actions to enhance the system and equipment reliability.
Calibrate, install, and maintain all types of electronic instrumentation including pH, conductivity, level, flow, temperature, and pressure equipment.
Develops and maintains a thorough calibration/maintenance schedule of process/system instrumentation, and then performs the required instrumentation calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate feed-back of the wastewater treatment process and system operations.
Performs maintenance, calibration and repairs to all plant instrumentation and control systems.
Senior Electrical Inspector October 2018-April 2019
300 Engineering Group-New York City Department of Environmental Protection
Prepared daily reports and other documentation as required by contract.
Verified that only approved materials are incorporated in the work.
Coordinates work of subconsultants for surveying and material testing.
Reports on installed quantities to verify applications for payment and change order work.
Responds to the call backs in case of emergency at the project site.
Plans and coordinates all field inspection activities and reviews the work of representatives to ensure compliance with job specifications.
Performs daily surveillance and inspections to verify that all work performed by the contractor has been completed in accordance with the contract requirements.
Ensures that the contractor has the latest version of approved shop drawings and catalog cuts.
Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records.
Participates in punch lists, testing and commissioning on all capital projects.
Ensures that the contractor follows its inspection and testing as specified in the approved plan.
Reviews design documents, plans, specifications, estimates, schedules and reports.
Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications and code requirements.
Prepares quality control reports and recommends changes to procedures.
Interact closely with contractor field personnel to resolve field issues.
Electrical Field Engineer April 2018-August 2018
SI Engineering/HNTB-NYC Transit ESI Project, Package 2
Examine new electrical systems and equipment installation according to design specifications.
Stop construction of non-compliant installations.
Report violations and findings to contractors and government agencies.
Examine and inspect wire harnesses, control panels, coaxial cables and electrical jig boards for completeness of assembly, quality and conformance to blueprints.
Keep records, write reports and review client approved contract drawings.
Document and provide real time updates during construction.
Ensure construction is compliant to contract specifications and progresses as scheduled.
Ensure that tests and inspections are performed, witnessed and documented in accordance with approved procedures.
Monitoring construction activity related to installation of electrical and communications equipment and systems.
Advice contractors on ways to alleviate issues during construction.
Electrical Construction Inspector January 2017-April 2018
Paco Technologies/Liro Group-NYC Transit Clark Street Tube Project
Performed field inspections of electrical system installations verifying that work is in place according to drawings and specs and work meets or exceeds code requirements.
Monitored the performance of all control activities and tests on electrical systems.
Reviewed and checked submittals, shop drawings, equipment data, material samples and manufacturers for compliance with contract drawings.
Examined and inspected wire harnesses, control panels, coaxial cables and electrical jig boards for completeness of assembly, quality and conformance to blueprints.
Prepared necessary correspondence to the contractor regarding contract requirements.
Reviewed and monitored construction schedule to ensure construction is progressing in accordance with contract requirements.
Prepared documentation and reports in accordance with organizational construction management procedures.
Inspected materials and construction workmanship for capital improvement projects to ensure compliance with contract documents.
Supervised the construction work of contractors, both new construction and alterations during the course of a project.
Consulted with public agency representatives, executive architects and engineers as well as contractors in regards to construction matters affecting the project.
Compiled inspection daily reports and weekly activity logs concerning the progress of construction project.
Commissioning Engineer/Data Center Specialist August 2016-November 2016
Emerson Network Power
Assisted with the commissioning of all electrical critical systems equipment, including but are not limited to UPS, SCC, ATS, PDU, transformers, switchgear, breakers and related power distribution systems.
Responsibilities included the design, implementation and documentation of data center commissioning programs and procedures to verify data center facility systems work as intended as per the bases of design.
Ensured data center operated at maximum efficiency, including analyzing existing operating conditions, recommending new technologies and improving overall efficiency, and cost reduction.
Developed/organized O&M documentation to serve as a reference for data center electrical and mechanical equipment.
Manages systems to avoid unplanned customer impacting outages to data center infrastructure.
Ensured environmental and safety standards are consistently met, identifying problems and making repairs quickly in emergency situations and abnormal conditions.
Commissioned battery power supply, HVAC, electrical distribution and control systems related to the critical operating data center environment.
Implemented continuous improvement to minimize environmental impact of the operation by helping improve site power effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Electrical Engineer/Inspector April 2016-August 2016
AECOM
Examined various types of electrical systems and equipment.
Inspected new and existing sound and security systems, wiring, lighting, motors, and generating equipment.
Inspected the installation of the electrical wiring for heating and air-conditioning systems, appliances, and other components.
Tasked with keeping records and making daily reports of deficiencies found during the inspection.
Reported unsafe conditions onsite to the local government agency.
Inspected for deficiencies in switchboards, motor control switches, service switches, power panels, lighting of all types and switchgear.
Inspected electrical systems and devices for proper listings, and insures that all systems are installed in compliance with listing requirements and electrical Fire and Life Safety standards.
Examines the effectiveness of onsite electrical systems, fixtures, operating equipment and fire monitoring electronic systems.
Field Service Specialist January 2016-March 2016
John N. Fehlinger Company
Performed control valve assembly and reconstruction to conduct service and repairs such as rebuilding, re-packing and replacement, reading and interpreting mechanical prints, understanding principles and components of steam, hot water, chilled water and HVAC distribution and basic controls.
Configured, Calibrated, and Documented the accuracy of flowmeters, pressure indicators, temperature indicators, control and solenoid valves, and other recording or indicating instruments to ensure reliable plant operations.
Performed various instrument calibrations using the appropriate procedures, properly documented all work done and has maintain this documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
Modified instruments/systems to improve the performance and/or function of the local heating, ventilation and air conditioning control systems.
Troubleshoot and repaired instrumented systems on an emergency and routine basis.
Knowledgeable in the system operation of solenoids and lockup relay instrumentation.
Field Service Engineer April 2015-October 2015
Oil Field Solutions US Limited
Maintaining, repairing and commissioning the PW Swift Pac FT 8 gas turbine package that offers 30 or 60 megawatts of power.
Configuring gas generator gas generator power turbines that are optimized for general power generation at 3000 or 3600 RPM and mechanical drive at 5500 RPM nominal speed.
Investigation, troubleshooting and resolution of issues that occur on shop floor processes that effect product quality, yield cost and performance.
Commissioned, maintained and repaired Swift Pac gas turbine generator packages that offered greater than 41 percent simple cycle efficiency and a nominal 60 to 120 megawatts within a modular design using aero-derivative technology.
Analyses and interpretation of metallurgical testing results and their impact on repair methods and techniques for PWPS gas generators and power turbines and associated systems in power applications.
Understand electrical and mechanical components, schematics and configurations associated with gas turbine systems in power generation plants.
Support new systems and equipment by providing online and in-service support throughout the world.
Knowledgeable of Woodward Governor, Allen Bradley and Siemens Control Systems associated with PWPS, GE and Rolls Royce gas turbine generator power systems.
Electronics Technician October 2014-February 2015
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP
Safely performed duties to include, but not limited to, install, configure, test, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, maintain and inspect transmitters, pressure and level controllers.
Troubleshoot and repair analyzers, AC motor starters, VFD’s, control circuits, and PLC operations.
Responsible for installation and maintenance of electrical, electronic and pneumatic components on compressor units, generator control panels and units, pump units, ignition systems and air fuel ration systems.
Performed maintenance on substation control circuits and relay panels.
Proficient in the safe and efficient operation of electrical relays and associated circuits and control systems.
Read and interpret drawings, schematics, sketches and specs in order to make recommendations for proposed installations and completed projects.
Make recommendations for improvement, replacement and additions of instrumentation and electronic equipment required for safe and continued operation, including cost estimates.
Schedule and perform preventive maintenance, accurately recording all maintenance and repair of equipment.
Inspected existing panels to insure proper function and application.
Assisted in control system start-ups, commissioning, designs and reviews.
Assisted in creating departmental procedures and ensures that all I&E staff are trained properly.
Stayed current on all new equipment and technical trends in electronics, communication and automation systems and equipment.
Field Support Technician April 2014 - July 2014
Nabors Drilling USA
Provided support for PLC control systems, hydraulics, engines, pumps, 25 KVA diesel generators and all associated equipment on oil and gas drilling rigs.
Implemented the development and debugging of Siemens SL7-300 PLC, Allen-Bradley RS Logix, ABB controls and variable frequency drive systems.
Performed PLC programming as needed for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic circuitry.
Lead and participated in the construction, installation, modification, maintenance and repair of drilling rig systems, facilities and related electronic controls and devices by interpreting blueprints, manufacturer’s specifications and written as well as verbal instructions.
Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components through the use of test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of failure.
Performed field service maintenance and repair on capital machinery with pneumatics, hydraulics, AC/DC motor controls, and PLC’s and servo systems.
Electronic Technician May 2013-March 2014
Trican Well Service
Performed inspection, repair, adjustment and removal of instrument and controls equipment and wiring.
Maintained, troubleshoots and writes minimal programming changes for PLC’s and field system controls.
Responsible for continuously maintaining the lines of production by specifically fine tuning electrical and electronic equipment maintaining and increasing output.
Maintains repairs and calibrate electronic equipment and control systems.
Performed tasks associated with the test and repair of electrical and electronic equipment.
Continuously inspects equipment and evaluates their designed performance.
Maintains and troubleshoots AC drives and variable frequency drives.
Responsible for the instillation, testing, repair, calibration, inspection and maintenance of instrumentation systems on the field associated with the process of hydraulic fracturing and oilfield process equipment.
Maintained and repaired mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic oil and gas field machinery.
Prepares maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
SCADA Control Room Operator
TekBank Consultants Inc. May 2013-July 2013
Program, configure and maintain SCADA objects in SCADA system that model field assets.
Controlled and maintained programmed Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens for monitoring real time data, acknowledging alarms and controlling set points.
Maintained I/O, data collection and automation interfaces at key facilities.
Made operational changes and adjustments to SCADA as required securing, safe, continual and efficient operation.
Implement system modes of operation according to required system protocol.
Reviewed and ensured that SCADA control room log readings and analyses are properly recorded and that any necessary follow-ups and corrective actions are being handled by the appropriate fire and life safety personnel.
Maintained constant watch over all operating equipment through monitoring control room instrumentation.
Ensured that equipment is performing according to prescribed characteristics for safe and efficient operation.
Field Service Technician February 2009 - July 2012
MTA New York City Transit
Maintained the safe and successful operation of elevators, escalators, railway swing bridges and power walks of the New York City subway system.
Managed all trouble calls and maintenance updates for the real time status of operating equipment.
Repaired and maintained thirty-five hydraulic and traction elevators within the New York City Transit system.
Maintained, installed, and repaired station elevator safety devices, and door operators.
Ensured the proper operations of elevator door reopening devices, stop key switches, operating control/leveling devices, car emergency alarm/communication and car/hoist way doors.
Made all necessary adjustments and replacements to ensure proper operation of elevator motor control panels.
Managed the maintenance and inspection of elevator hydraulic and traction control units.
Ensured the proper operation of the elevator and escalator remote monitoring system.
Managed repairs through related mechanical, electrical, and electronic system schematics analyses.
Locomotive Electrical Technician October 2008 - December 2008
Motive Power Industries
Worked in the design of the electrical and electronic components and emergency use electro-mechanical diesel locomotive based on customer specifications and standards.
Helped design and test of the J1939 communication system for diesel locomotive systems.
Tested the development of Logic Communication Controls for NYCT prototype with Motive Power Industries.
Performed the installation of Siemens electric power inverters.
Performed tests on interior communication and buzzer signal systems.
Performed maintenance and testing on illuminated signal indicator systems.
Electrical Technician May 2000 - May 2008
United States Navy
Made test equipment setup and hardware installations. Calibrated all electronic test equipment used for troubleshooting and repair. Maintained and repaired radio frequency support electric systems.
Installed and re-engineered electrical power systems, and soldered circuit boards for power supplies saving the organization $580,000 in repair cost.
Interpreted electrical schematics and diagrams and repaired various electrical and electronic systems.
Supervised and trained over fifty electricians in troubleshooting electrical support equipment, solid state electronic, and special frequency controls and also power supply systems.
Inspected repairs done on various electrical power systems to maintain quality assurance.
Experienced in troubleshooting of computer control systems, hardware and peripherals.
Performed corrective and preventive maintenance on power and lighting circuits, control switches, fuse panels, and electrical distribution systems.
Experienced and proficient in the use of ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, and other test equipment.
Experienced in reading electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Repaired and maintained electro-optical systems to include night vision equipment and forward looking infra-red systems.
Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on various three-phase 450-volt, 4000 amp or more power systems, the installation of new equipment, additions, and alterations.
Knowledgeable in Windows NT, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook 2003, and Microsoft Word.
Expert in the preventive and corrective electrical maintenance on motors, generators, controllers and related power generation equipment. Knowledgeable in liquid cell and dry cell electrical battery maintenance and back-up systems.
Managed and performed communication and electrical cable installation, repair, and maintenance.
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