Jerry Taylor
Disputanta
Summary
Detail-oriented Instrument Technician with 5 years of hands-on experience installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining instrumentation and control systems in industrial environments. Proven ability to ensure system accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance while minimizing downtime. Experienced with transmitters, analyzers, loop checks, and preventive maintenance, with a strong focus on reliability and continuous improvement. Adaptable team player eager to apply technical expertise to support safe, efficient renewable energy operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrument Technician
Advansix
Hopewell, VA
07.2021 - Current
- Calibrated and maintained instrumentation for operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment failures and corrective actions.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Documented maintenance activities and instrument performance records accurately.
- Developed familiarity with various testing tools and software applications used in operations.
- Participated in training sessions to improve technical knowledge and skills.
- Increased production efficiency with diligent troubleshooting and repair of instrument malfunctions.
- Interpreted equipment manuals and schematics to determine corrective actions for repairs, calibrations, and installations.
- Ensured safety compliance by maintaining accurate records of instrument inspections, repairs, and calibrations.
Instrument Technician
Massimo Zanetti Beverage
Suffolk, VA
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Troubleshoot electrical problems
- Photo eye repair
- Calibrate instruments
- PLC troubleshooting
Electrical and Instrumentation CO-OP
WestRock Paper Mill
Hopewell, VA
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Troubleshoot electrical problems
- Mount and install lights
- Calibrate instruments
- Valve repairs
Education
AAS - Electrical Engineering
New River Community College
Dublin, VA05.2020
AAS - Instrumentation Control Automation
New River Community College
Dublin, VA12.2019
Skills
- Executed troubleshooting and repair of environmental analyzers to ensure optimal functionality
- Assisted in the operation of Honeywell Experion systems to support daily tasks Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and enhance system performance Contributed to training sessions for new users to improve system understanding
- Executed precise valve calibrations to ensure optimal system performance
- Assisted in operating Fluke 754, Emerson 475, and Emerson Trex meters for accurate data collection Supported team members in troubleshooting equipment issues to maintain operational efficiency Contributed to routine maintenance of measurement devices to ensure reliability
- Facilitated comprehensive training programs on FANUC robotics systems
- Executed instrumentation troubleshooting to identify and resolve technical issues efficiently
- Assisted in the setup and calibration of field instrumentation Supported teams in monitoring equipment performance Contributed to troubleshooting and resolving instrumentation issues
- Executed pressure testing procedures to ensure system integrity and safety standards
- Implemented advanced flow measurement techniques to enhance operational efficiency
- Executed industrial control troubleshooting to identify and resolve system malfunctions
- Engineered and implemented electronic industrial control systems to enhance operational efficiency
- Assisted in conducting inspections to identify maintenance needs Supported repair efforts to restore equipment functionality Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks
- Executed precise calibration techniques to ensure optimal equipment performance
- Assisted in the assembly and maintenance of pneumatic systems Supported troubleshooting efforts to identify and resolve system issues Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operation of pneumatic equipment
- Executed precise adjustments of valve positioners to enhance operational efficiency
- Executed maintenance and repair of instruments to ensure optimal functionality
- Assisted in operating level measurement devices to monitor fluid levels Supported team members in maintaining equipment functionality Contributed to data collection for analysis and reporting
- Managed and optimized process control systems to ensure operational efficiency
- Executed comprehensive troubleshooting strategies to identify and resolve technical issues
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Advansix
07.2021 - Current
Instrument Technician
Massimo Zanetti Beverage
02.2021 - 06.2021
Electrical and Instrumentation CO-OP
WestRock Paper Mill
12.2019 - 01.2020
AAS - Electrical Engineering
New River Community College
AAS - Instrumentation Control Automation
New River Community College