Randall Kirkpatrick Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Texas

Maintains excellent customer service relations through prompt response and high quality repairs. Versatile, performs inspection and repair of electrical systems. High attention to detail, performs inspection, documentation and compliance monitoring of electrical equipment in hazardous areas both offshore and onshore. Troubleshoot and repair of PLC components to include Omron, Allen-Bradley and Siemens. Diagnostic and maintenance on variable frequency drives to include ABB, Yaskawa, IDM and GE. Analyzed and repaired Top Drive electrical systems to include Canrig and NOV. Generator controls and component troubleshooting to include Woodward and Ross Hill components. Troubleshooting, repair and replacement of fiber optic and Profibus communication systems. Isolation and repair of control circuits, motor starters and breakers for motor control centers. Filled with determination, needs to see a problem to its end to include repair, testing and introduction back to service. Team player; works in conjunction with other personnel to find solutions when the problem moves to different areas of responsibility.

Midland, Texas

Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems on land based drilling rigs. Omron, Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC theory, troubleshooting and repair. Yaskawa variable frequency drives theory, troubleshooting and repair. Profibus, Fiber Optic and Modbus communications theory, troubleshooting and repair. Mud pump controls, operations and troubleshooting. Catwalk theory, troubleshooting and repair. Maintenance crane theory, troubleshooting and repair.

Swift response to issues concerning PLC control systems, hydraulics, engines, pumps, diesel generators (approximately 25kVA), and all other systems on rig. Performs maintenance and conducts training on programmable electrical systems to include ABB variable frequency drives, pulse encoders, Profibus and fiber optic communications, hydraulic power units, three phase ac motors, and 0-20mA sensors. Works closely with the support and development team to troubleshoot specific issues that arise and when deemed necessary, debug code and/or machinery and provide a solution back to the rig. Team player, capable of handling support calls in highly stressful situations. Subject matter expert, coordinating materials and personnel for complicated tasks and upgrades. Interacts with first level support for transition of problems and on call support during all hours of the day during on call assignment time. Assists first level support on troubleshooting issues when the expertise is needed. Analyzes and diagnoses coding bugs within control systems in urgent situations. Contributes to the development of Best practices/ standards. Helps in the development of PLC coding standardization efforts. Documents common troubleshooting problems that are first identified through troubleshooting experiences. Passes on solutions to development team for QA and implementation of solutions. Performs field documentation and development of new rig designs, including engineering and coding solutions to enhance quality and performance, as well as addresses documentation needs for support and development teams. Strong analytical skills, good communication skills, strong development skills, and outstanding debugging skills. Knowledge of the upstream oil and gas industry, familiar with exploration, production and drilling practices in onshore environments. Versed in Profibus analyzing, troubleshooting and principles. Knowledge of Siemens and Allen-Bradley (RSLogix) PLC controls and programming.

Quickly responded to customer requests for product support. Performed maintenance and conducted training on instrument and flight control systems to include engine instrumentation, fuel quantity indication, Airspeed and Altitude instrumentation, C-12 compasses, automatic flight controls, inertial navigation systems, mission data processing systems, integrated air refueling systems, and ground collision avoidance systems installed on nine MC-130H valued at $1.4 billion. Operated practical VHF/UHF/HF/SATCOM systems. Applied practical APU/engine run procedures (for power plant systems) and basic pneumatic systems knowledge. Analyzed and interpreted layout drawings, schematics, and onboard and ground-based computerized fault detection systems to diagnose difficult maintenance problems. Performed wire maintenance/repair/installation. Identified maintenance trends using data collections systems and recommended corrective actions. Interpreted inspection findings for appropriate corrective actions. Modified avionics systems according to technical publications. Assisted contractors with work groups and improvement sessions through extensive problem solving and idea implementation.Production Supervision / Management: Directly supervised over 30 apprentices. Developed, evaluated, and conducted on the job and proficiency training. Maintained the shop’s training records database. Scheduled maintenance, work schedules, and personnel actions. Senior lead technician. Prepared reports and updated and tracked maintenance statuses. Documented customer interactions and supported the implementation of hardware, software, or training changes according to instructions.

Acs800

Advanced ACS800 VFD course

Acs6000, Certification

ACS6000 Expert Days

Compex Certification, Electrical/Electronics Maintenance And Repair Technology

CompEx EX01 Preparation and installation of Ex'd', 'n', 'e' and 'p' electrical equipment. EX02 Maintenance and inspection of Ex'd', 'n'.

Certificate, Abb Acs800 Multi-Drive

ABB ACS800 Multi-Drive Theory Programming Troubleshooting Techniques

Certification, Huet And Water Survival

Helicopter underwater egress training and Water Survival

Certificate, Rig Pass, Safe Gulf, Safe Land

Certificate, Top Drive: Electrical, Hydraulic

Five day Top Drive Course Electrical Schematics Hydraulic Schematics Top Drive Troubleshooting Techniques

Certificate, Profitrace

Profitrace Usage Profibus Theory Installation Troubleshooting Techniques

Certificate, Allen Bradley Rslogix 5000

RSLogix 5000 Programming Introductory Code Writing Troubleshooting Techniques

Certificate, Leadership And Management

Activities and Societies: Fund Raising Committee, Legacy Committee, Study LeaderLeadership course developed to transition individuals.

Certificate, Electronics

AC Electrical Circuits DC Electrical Binary Logic Hexadecimal Oscilloscope Logic Circuits Wave Guides Circuit Diagrams Soldering Relay.

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