{"id":3421,"date":"2025-04-16T19:12:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T23:12:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/?p=3421"},"modified":"2025-09-05T01:39:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T05:39:36","slug":"controls-maintenance-tech-227584-refinery-oil-gas-steel-manufacturing-pipeline-food-automotive-plcs-robots-hmis-dcs-scada-vlans-valves-vfds-servos-cnc-north-houston-tx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mriomega.com\/index.php\/controls-automation\/controls-maintenance-tech-227584-refinery-oil-gas-steel-manufacturing-pipeline-food-automotive-plcs-robots-hmis-dcs-scada-vlans-valves-vfds-servos-cnc-north-houston-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"Controls Maintenance Tech (227584) Refinery, Oil-Gas, Steel, Manufacturing, Pipeline, Food, Automotive \/ PLCs, Robots, HMIs, DCS, SCADA, VLANs, Valves, VFDs, Servos, CNC \/ North Houston, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

TX-based Controls \/ Maintenance Professional with over 17 years of diverse leadership and technical experience in maintenance, reliability, and automation across multiple industries, including manufacturing, oil & gas, and steel production.<\/strong> He brings a unique blend of hands-on expertise in controls systems, electrical maintenance, and process automation, coupled with a strong leadership background. His proven ability to adapt across diverse industries, coupled with his hands-on knowledge of equipment integrity and safety systems, suggests he can excel in a role focused on ensuring asset reliability and compliance. This Swiss Army knife talent has acted as a solo act, as well as leading maintenance teams and managing projects.<\/strong> He is currently employed but is open to exploring new opportunities. He brings a unique blend of mechanical systems maintenance, PSM experience, troubleshooting, and reliability-focused leadership skills to the table. He would be a great addition to any manufacturing, metals or oil\/gas operation looking to raise the bar! His notable experience includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 17 years of diverse leadership and technical experience in the maintenance, reliability, and service delivery industries
\u2022 Key player in getting successful maintenance operations started in the opening of 5 districts nationwide, managing the technical aspect of operations, maintenance, and electronics.
\u2022 Comprehensive knowledge of electrical, controls, mechanical and maintenance systems
\u2022 Quick to learn new skills and master new techniques and technologies in the industrial space.
\u2022 Highly dependable and result-driven with a strong work ethic and project management background.
\u2022 Extensive Experience: Proven success in maintenance operations, troubleshooting, and automation integration, having played a critical role in launching maintenance operations in 5 districts nationwide.
\u2022 Industry Versatility: Hands-on expertise across manufacturing, oil & gas, food & beverage, and metals industries, with specific exposure to automated press\/stamping, CNC\/machining, steel mills, and pipeline automation.
\u2022 Technical Proficiency: Skilled in PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Rockwell, Beckhoff, DirectLogic, Texas Instruments), robotics (Kuka, FlexPicker, welding, palletizing), HMI, SCADA, and industrial network architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mechanical Integrity & Equipment Inspections:<\/strong>
o He has extensive experience performing preventative and predictive maintenance on plant systems, including pressure equipment, motors, valves, and piping across multiple industries (Tesla, Anheuser-Busch, Coca-Cola, Vallourec Steel).
o His work at Tesla and Coca-Cola required him to oversee critical equipment performance and reliability, which aligns with the MI inspection and repair duties.
o Experience with SAP CMMS and other maintenance tracking systems demonstrates his familiarity with equipment lifecycles and documentation, crucial for MI programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Process Safety & Regulatory Knowledge:<\/strong>
o He has a background in PSM-regulated environments, including refinery, oil\/gas, and chemical processing (BJ Services, CUDD Energy, Vallourec).
o His Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) certification and nuclear safety knowledge demonstrate his understanding of high-risk environments and regulatory compliance.
o Hands-on involvement with pressure systems, instrumentation, and fluid control systems aligns with PSM MI focus areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corrosion, Piping, and Vessel Systems:<\/strong>
o Worked with piping systems, valves, and vessels in oil & gas, steel mills, and manufacturing facilities.
o Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and fluid control systems, as well as performing inspections, equipment validation, and system commissioning.
o Familiarity with material handling, piping layouts, and process systems complements the corrosion analysis and piping\/vessel assessment requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Root Cause Failure Analysis & Reliability Improvements:<\/strong>
o Led troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts in Tesla and Anheuser-Busch for production line issues and system failures.
o Project management experience with CUDD Energy and FTS International involved driving equipment reliability and reducing non-productive time (NPT) related to equipment failures.
o Expertise in implementing corrective actions and optimizing preventative maintenance programs aligns with the reliability-centered responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Codes, Standards, and Technical Knowledge:<\/strong>
o Skilled in interpreting P&IDs, working with ASME codes, and understanding pressure vessels, piping systems, and heat exchangers.
o Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems showcases his technical versatility.
o Working knowledge of safety, inspection protocols, and certifications like API, along with exposure to industrial standards in oil, gas, and manufacturing sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Refinery Operations Automation
\u2022 Oil \/ Gas Production Automation
\u2022 Pipeline Operations Automation
\u2022 Automated Press \/ Stamping Applications
\u2022 Automation Project Management
\u2022 Tube \/ Pipe Mills Automation Vallourec
\u2022 Casting \/ Metals Manufacturing Automation
\u2022 Steel Mill Automation
\u2022 Steel Mill Threading Lines
\u2022 General Manufacturing Automation
\u2022 CNC \/ Machining Operations Automation
\u2022 Food Manufacturing Automation
\u2022 Inspection \/ Test Automation
\u2022 Electronics Manufacturing Automation
\u2022 Turbomachinery Controls
\u2022 Instrumentation
\u2022 Warehouse \/ DC Automation
\u2022 PLC Programming
\u2022 Allen Bradley PLCs
\u2022 ABB PLCs
\u2022 Rockwell PLCs
\u2022 Siemens PLCs
\u2022 Beckhoff PLCs
\u2022 DirectLogic PLCs
\u2022 Texas Instruments PLCs
\u2022 Kuka Robots
\u2022 Robotic Equipment Setup
\u2022 Troubleshooting Robotics
\u2022 FlexPicker Robots
\u2022 Material Handling Robots
\u2022 Assembly Robots
\u2022 Packaging Robots
\u2022 Palletizing Robots
\u2022 Warehouse Robots
\u2022 Automated Conveyor Systems
\u2022 Fixed Automation
\u2022 Programmable Automation
\u2022 Flexible Automation
\u2022 Rolling Mill Automation
\u2022 Automatic Assembly Machines
\u2022 Programming \/ Repairing CNC Machines
\u2022 HMI – Human Machine Interface
\u2022 SCADA
\u2022 Upgrading Analog to Digital Systems
\u2022 Upgrading Digital Control \/ Monitoring Systems
\u2022 VLANs
\u2022 High Performance Data Acquisition Systems
\u2022 Industrial Process Automation Integration
\u2022 Configures\/Tests\/Debugs System Network and Data Acquisition Equipment Designs
\u2022 Performing Network Layout from Design to Configuration
\u2022 Designing Interface Cabling and Custom Adapter Designs
\u2022 Performing Data Acquisition Designs
\u2022 Mapping Signal Inputs for Cards
\u2022 Analog & Digital Cards
\u2022 I\/O Hardware
\u2022 DCS
\u2022 Process Controls Integration
\u2022 Data Acquisition
\u2022 PAC – Programmable automation controller
\u2022 Variable frequency drives VFDs
\u2022 X-Ray Equipment
\u2022 Spray Systems
\u2022 Touch Screen
\u2022 RTUs
\u2022 HART Convertors
\u2022 Stepper Systems
\u2022 Servo Systems
\u2022 Embedded Controllers
\u2022 Fluid Dispensing Controls
\u2022 Process Safety Management PSM
\u2022 Analog \/ Digital circuits
\u2022 Hydraulic systems
\u2022 Pneumatic systems
\u2022 Optical Inspection
\u2022 Control System Design
\u2022 Dismantling Equipment
\u2022 12\/24\/50 VDC Motors\/Equip
\u2022 120\/240\/480 VAC Motors\/Equip
\u2022 SAP CMMS
\u2022 VSAT<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education<\/strong>
\u2022 Texas State Technical College \u2013 Harlingen January 2001 to December 2003
\u2022 Studied in Computer Science, Network and System Administration\/Administrator – Florida Technical College \/ January 1999 to December 2000
\u2022 Certified, Controllogix\\Rockwell 5000 PLC Programming \/ Programming and setup of PLC\u2019s modules for automation – ABinBEV
\u2022 Process Measurement Instrumentation Professional, Mass, Mag, PH, Flow, Level, Guided Wave, Temp – Endress & Hauser
\u2022 CCENT, Cisco switching and routing – Globalnet.
\u2022 IADC WellCAP\u00ae & API Supervisor – Workover\/Well Completion, Wireline, Snubbing, Coil Tubing – Well Control School
\u2022 Twin Disc Electronic Control Systems Professional \u2013 Twin Disc
\u2022 RSO – Radiation Safety Officer, Nuclear Physics – Englehart & Associates \/ Studied nuclear theory, physics, and safety for nuclear device applications to manage companywide nuclear sources at CUDD Energy
\u2022 Computer Science, Network and System Administration\/Administrator – Texas State Technical College Harlingen
\u2022 Managing in a Matrix Organization, Management – American Management Association (AMA)
\u2022 Improving Managerial Effectiveness – American Management Association (AMA)
\u2022 PeopleCert – ITIL V3 Foundation, Project, Problem and Change Management
\u2022 Microsoft Server 2008 R2 – Global Knowledge
\u2022 C- C-Com iNetVu Professional, Satellite Systems troubleshooting and maintenance – Com Satellite Systems
\u2022 VSAT System Professional \/ SkyCasters
\u2022 Radiation Safety Officer Certification – Englehardt
\u2022 C-Com iNetVu VSAT Professional – C-Com Satellite Systems
\u2022 Nuclear Gauge Professional – RadCon
\u2022 US Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
\u2022 Naval Nuclear Machinist Mate<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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