PLC Programmer and Controls Technician

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93180

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 93180

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER | PLCs, COMMISSIONING, TROUBLESHOOTING & STARTUP

Core Expertise

  • Field commissioning and startup of PLC-controlled packaging, filling, and material-handling systems.
  • Troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, servo, and HMI systems to minimize downtime.
  • Developing and modifying ladder logic and PLC programs across Allen-Bradley and other platforms.
  • Delivering operator and maintenance training, documentation, and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Leading field service teams and customer-facing technical support for global installations.

Project Background

  • Commissioned automated equipment across domestic and international sites, including operations in 21+ countries.
  • Upgraded controls and retrofitted legacy machines to modern PLC and HMI systems, reducing repeat failures.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance and on-site repair programs to maximize machine availability and uptime.
  • Installed, debugged, and commissioned high-speed packaging, palletizing, printing, and filling machinery.
  • Trained operators and maintenance teams, improving first-time fix rates and operational competency.

Key Skills

  • Allen-Bradley | Rockwell (MicroLogix, SLC, CompactLogix, ControlLogix) | RSLogix | FactoryTalk | PanelView
  • PLC programming, ladder logic development, and code debugging
  • Hydraulics, pneumatics, and servo systems installation and troubleshooting
  • Electrical schematics interpretation and electrical troubleshooting
  • Field service, commissioning, startup, and preventive maintenance

Education

  • B.S., Mechanical Engineering Technology — Purdue University

Awards & Recognition

  • NFPA 70E Certification
  • LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) & Fall Protection Certifications
  • Aerial Lift Certification

Why Interview this Candidate?

Experienced field service engineer with 30+ years installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting PLC-controlled automated machinery across multiple industries. Proven record resolving complex electro-mechanical and control-system failures, retrofitting legacy equipment, and training customer teams. Brings immediate hands-on ability to improve uptime and support customer-facing service operations.

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