Instrument Technician and Control Systems Specialist

BRIAN PICL

Aurora, IL ***** 630-***-**** ***********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Dynamic Instrument Technician with a proven track record at Illinois American Water, excelling in instrumentation troubleshooting and process control optimization. Adept at enhancing equipment reliability through calibration and corrective maintenance, while fostering team collaboration to resolve complex issues efficiently. Committed to regulatory compliance and operational excellence in water quality management.

Accomplishments

Achieved efficiency through effectively helping with the installation and commissioning of over 40 free chlorine and pH analyzers.

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Gained accounting accuracy by installing and commissioning over a dozen high flow electromagnetic meters.

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• Helped educate other operators with calibration and maintenance methods.

• Helped maintain EPA compliance by installing multiple on-line orthophosphate analyzers. Used digital multimeter, HART communicator, and signal generators to troubleshoot electrical anomalies.

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Replaced all of our A/C powered analog chemical scales with D/C powered radar level transmitters.

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• Programmed and installed radio and cellular modems. Installed and commissioned open channel meters and data recorders at key wastewater offload sites.

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Skills

• Instrumentation troubleshooting • Field instrumentation

• Pressure testing procedures • Flow measurement techniques

• Loop troubleshooting • Process control optimization

• Project Management • Corrective maintenance

• Arc Flash training • Electrical schematics interpretation

• Process control systems • Level measurement devices Work History

Electrical Technician 12/2025 to Current

G&W – Bolingbrook, IL

• Programmed and Calibrated Sensor and Firing Logic Modules

• Control Panel Fabrication

• Assemble Circuit Limiting Protection units

Instrument Technician/Console Operator 01/2010 to Current Illinois American Water – Woodridge, IL

Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.

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Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.

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Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise when necessary to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.

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Performed repair procedures on damaged instruments and sourced replacements from approved vendors.

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Played a key role in the commissioning and decommissioning of instrumentation systems, ensuring a smooth transition between project stages.

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Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.

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Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting routine maintenance and calibration of instruments.

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• Installed and serviced new analytical and flow metering devices. Water Operator 09/2006 to 10/2009

Village Of Plainfield – Plainfield, IL

Collaborated with team members to optimize system performance and address any operational challenges promptly.

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Supported emergency response efforts, ensuring the continuity of water services during critical incidents.

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Increased plant efficiency, performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting equipment issues.

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Ensured regulatory compliance by accurately maintaining records and submitting required reports on time.

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• Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.

• Monitored water production and tested water samples to evaluate quality and safety.

• Utilized SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations. Education

PCIT Certificate: Electrical/Instrumentation Expected in 05/2026 Joliet Junior College - Joliet, IL

High School Diploma 06/2001

Alan B Shepard High School - Palos Heights, IL

Certifications

• Digital Multimeter Principles and Procedures

• Basic Circuit and Wiring, Joliet Junior College

• Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Level 1, GE Booth

• Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Level 2, GE Booth

• Process Analytical Technologies and Systems, GE Booth

• Flow School, GE Booth

• Ignition 8.1

• Chlorine & pH Probe Calibration and Maintenance, GE Booth

• CPR and First Aid

• Licensed ILEPA Water Operator - Class A

• Licensed ILEPA Wastewater Operator - Class 4

Languages

Spanish

Limited Working

References

Randy Janota - SCADA Supervisor (Retired) - Illinois American Water - 815-***-**** Jim Fucilla - Console Operater - Illinois American Water - 815-***-**** Joseph Woods - Water Operator - Illinois American Water - 630-***-****

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