Thomas A. Evans

141 Jennifer Lane

Oakhill Subdivision

Orangeburg, SC 29118

(803) 874-2699 Home

(803) 378-1697 Cell

Tevans6259@aol.com

 

EDUCATION

 

*NCCER Certification:

            Industrial Maintenance: Electrical V2      – December 17, 2008

            Instrumentation Fitter V3                            -- November 12, 2008

            Industrial Electrician V2                             -- September 30, 2008

 

*Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management — School of Drafting and Design, ITT Technical College, Carmel, IN

 

*Associates Degree in Industrial Technology — Industrial Electronics Technology, degree earned July 26, 2006. Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College, 3250 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29115 

 

*Classes Taken: DC Circuits, Electrical Measurements, Industrial Instrumentation, AC Circuits, National Electric Code, Residential/Commercial Wiring, Solid State Devices, Digital Electronics, Electronic Drafting, Optoelectronics (Fiber Optics), Control Circuits, DC/AC Machines, Programmable Controller Applications, Engineering Programming, Operational Amplifiers, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, DC/AC Drives, Power Systems, Electronic Troubleshooting, Introductions to Robotics, Principles of CNC

 

Courses in basic electronics, electrical wiring and controls, electrical codes and regulations, electronic drafting, fiber optics and computer operation are taught early in the student’s course of study. Later preparation includes the study of digital and microprocessor-based systems, programmable controls, motor drive systems, power systems, fluid power, troubleshooting and robotics. Additional technical courses are offered to further develop the student’s knowledge and skills base. Hands-on experience is provided in most technical courses, allowing students the opportunity to gain practical experience and to further emphasize concepts presented in the classroom.

 

*acquired skills:

Industrial Safety -- follow/adhere to PSM regulations; document safety,       AHS/OHS Notations, follow lock-out, tag-out procedures; follow MFG’s         safety regulations; take responsibilities for individual safety clothing and       equipment; promote safety among co-workers; develop awareness of            man/machine safeguard; monitor for potential hazards, advise appropriate             source of potential hazards; post proper warning signs; maintain clean,     neat work environment

 

 

Professionalism -- adhere to work rules and regulations; exhibit integrity in           dealing with others; develop an understanding and appreciation of            workplace diversity; complete assigned tasks; project a neat, clean       appearance; share knowledge; keep abreast of current technology; accept new technological tasks; give and receive constructive criticism; maintain             clean, neat work environment; deal courteously with others; display            enthusiasm for work; project a positive attitude

 

Communicate -- listen effectively, ask questions for understanding;            communicate             message at level of recipient; work as a team; read and interpret       advice/information to managers; maintain complete, accurate and up to        date records to include preventative maintenance data; make oral reports;      provide technical advice/information to managers; prepare technical     reports; prepare status reports; use internet email for messages

 

Interpret Schematics -- be familiar with different types of blue prints; read and       interpret technical literature; recognize electronic/pneumatic and hydraulic   symbols; interpret ladder logic; interpret truth tables; read and interpret   drawings as per ANSI and ISO standards (instruments, electrical, pipe &       mechanical)

 

Operate Test Equipment (Read & Interpret) -- read and interpret technical literature; take appropriate safety precautions; use multimeter (digital and    analog); use oscilloscope; use frequency counters; use testers:   transistors, diode, capacitors, SCR, IC, inductance, reactance, strobe,            etc.; perform calibrations; use computerized calibrations; use            programmable power supplies; operate chart recorders; use signal/pulse      generator; operate pneumatic and hydraulic testers; operate meters, flow,    temperature, pressure, PH, density, humidity; use logic probes and logic      analyzers

 

Repair Electronic Equipment & Systems -- read and interpret technical literature;             take appropriate safety precautions; interpret schematics; select and use            basic hand tools; isolate and localize problem; use logical trouble shooting      techniques; select and operate test equipment; identify repeated failures;     identify discrete components; adjust or replace boards or components as         necessary; use proper soldering and rework techniques; read and use             cross references and catalogs to acquire parts; calibrate equipment as       necessary; perform operational acceptability test

 

 

 

Calibrate Equipment  -- read and interpret technical literature; take appropriate     safety precautions (personal/process equipment); adhere to             calibration/PM schedules; perform predictive maintenance; select and use proper test equipment and tools; follow standards; determine reference            values; coordinate calibrations with process system operation; perform             field/system calibration procedures; perform bench calibration procedures;            perform operational acceptability test; maintain calibration data as      required

 

Operate Computers (Microprocessors, Progammable Controllers) -- read and        interpret technical literature; recognize basic programming structures/flow;    interpret ladder and Boolean logic; start up and operate software (boot-          up); manipulate operating systems -- DOS and Windows; operate    diagnostic programs; use PC for computerized reporting (ie, technical             reports; work summaries; etc); use input, output manipulations;        knowledge of computer networking

 

Motion Control -- examine CNC; interface optical sensors; use feedback devices             (encoder/resolver); set up/adjust ac/dc drives; set up/adjust robotics; set      up new drives; practice fiber optic processes/procedures; splice, encode       and decode fiber optics; interface optics

 

Knowledge -- communications (e.g. microwave, video, radio); math: arithmetic,     trig and algebra; ISO purpose and where/how to search for specific       regulations

 

*Fluor Daniel Multicraft --July 1, 1991 to Sept 4 1991. 

              Fluor Daniels, Columbia, SC.

 

EXPERIENCE

 

Experience troubleshooting control power systems; conducts, maintains, tests and repairs electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components; applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principals and theories; follows local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials and principals of operation and application of electronic equipment in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Plans work, time keeping and writing reports as necessary, decided on material needs – selecting load, cable size and conduit size; determines power sources; chooses wire gauge, types and sizes of panels, etc. Applies knowledge of qualified electrical/fiber optic connectorization. Reads and interprets blue prints, sketches, written instructions and technical manuals. experience bending EMT and Ridged conduit up to 4”. Experienced in installation of single phase and Three phase equipment/machinery

 

WORK HISTORY

 

*The Shaw Group – 4171 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Work location: Albermarle, Orangeburg, SC. August 2008 to September 3, 2009.

           

*Electrician  - instrumentation, run tubing, ASI networking, run conduit, pull wire, install tubing tray, install tubing, airlines, install instruments (flow transmitter, level switches, flow switches, control valves, pressure switches, etc.), hydraulics and pneumatic devices, conveyors, gear boxes, set electrical equipment (transformers, motor starter centers, motors, etc.)

 

*CarolinaPower – MetroPower, Inc. 1703 Webb Drive, Norcross, GA 30093. Work location: Olympia Mills/Granby Mills, SCANA project. February 1, 2008 to July 2008.

 

            *Electrician  - run conduit, pull wire, install tubing tray, install tubing,          airlines, install instruments (flow transmitter, level switches, flow switches,   control valves, pressure switches, etc.), hydraulics and pneumatic    devices, conveyors, gear boxes, set electrical equipment (transformers,           motor starter centers, motors, etc.)

 

*The Corporate Associate – Carolina Power, Greenville, SC. Work location: various buildings in Columbia. August 2007 to February 1, 2008.

 

*Electrician  - run conduit, pull wire, install tubing tray, install tubing,          airlines, install instruments (flow transmitter, level switches, flow switches,   control valves, pressure switches, etc.), hydraulics and pneumatic    devices, conveyors, gear boxes, set electrical equipment (transformers,           motor starter centers, motors, etc.)

 

*Interstate Electric – 2321 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28203. Work location: American LaFrance, Jedburg, SC. April 2007 to July 20, 2007.

 

            *Electrician  - run conduit, pull wire, install tubing tray, install tubing,          airlines, install instruments (flow transmitter, level switches, flow switches,   control valves, pressure switches, etc.), hydraulics and pneumatic    devices, conveyors, gear boxes, set electrical equipment (transformers,           motor starter centers, motors, etc.)

 

November 2006 to April 2007 self-employed

*Koyo Corporation of USA – PO Drawer 967, Orangeburg, SC 29115. 2850 Magnolia St, Orangeburg location. July 2006 to November 2006.

 

*Maintenance - worked under plant manager for kizan – to maintain and repair safety features on machines

 

January 2004 entered into the Industrial Electronics Technology program at Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical School; graduated July 2006

 

            *Rust Constructors, Inc. – 1200 Corporate Drive, Suite 450, Birmingham, AL. 35242-2954. Branch office: Voridian, Columbia, SC. October 2000 to November 13, 2003

 

*Electrician - run conduit, pull wire, install tubing tray, install tubing,           airlines, install instruments (flow transmitter, level switches, flow switches,   control valves, pressure switches, etc.), hydraulics and pneumatic    devices, conveyors, gear boxes, set electrical equipment (transformers,           motor starter centers, motors, etc.)

 

*Maintenance electrician (leadman) - assign job duties, keep up with time-keeping, fill out reports, safety inspections on all machinery and responsible for all             p/m (lathe, hydraulic press, grinders, welding machines, drills, CNC machines, lights, receptacles), ordering material, estimation of time and materials needed for jobs

                       

            *E&I operator (foreman) -- perform various duties as an operator for Voridian specifications and performed as electrician and operator on shift to repair/replace faulty equipment as needed, troubleshooting   

 

*Telephone/computer Repair -- troubleshooting, install and repair, maintain equipment