Jose Luis Cardenas Jr
Hanford
Summary
Meticulous Automation Lead with 6 years of experience in irrigation automation and electrical systems. Demonstrates expertise in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting intricate automation systems, including low and high-voltage electrical wiring. Achieved completion of over 150 automation projects annually, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to optimizing system performance and ensuring adherence to safety regulations in electrical and automation sectors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automation Lead/Electrician
Phytech USA Inc
06.2024 - Current
- Install & wire automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors)
- Understanding and executing low and high voltage circuitry in order to satisfy automation needs ( Pump status, Pump On&Off, High Pressure Cutoffs etc. )
- Planning and pulling Electrical cables through conduits and raceways to control and power systems
- Bending conduit pipes to fit around corners, obstacles or specific raceways
- Program and troubleshoot PLCs and control systems.
- Diagnose faults in automated machinery and systems.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
- Maintain and upgrade automation hardware and software.
- Ensure safety compliance in high-tech, automated environments.
Automation Electrician
Jain Irrigation
05.2019 - 06.2024
- Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and schematics to determine layout of electrical wiring
- Running wire to power and control automation systems in low and high voltage settings
- Install control transformers, general purpose contacts, 12v relays, time delay relays etc
- Use of conduit benders to bend conduit pipes to follow a specific route during electrical installations
- Troubleshooting electrical systems to diagnose and fix issues in wiring, circuits or electrical devices using multimeter, testers and schematics to find faults such as shorts, open circuits or faulty components
- Installing automation hardware like telemetry devices, PLCs, sensors and controllers
- Understanding the different types of variable frequency drives in the field Like Mitsubishi, Yaskawa, Dan Foss and iQ pump drives.
Operations Field Technician
MAAS Energy
Hanford
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Operate multiple anaerobic digester systems related to biogas handling, clean up and combustion.
- Perform routine maintenance, repair equipment and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Equipment serviced commonly included PLCS, Data Loggers, Biogas Blowers, 3 Phase Motors and electrical wiring.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School
Hanford, CA06-2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Technical Skills
- Project Management
- Siemens
- Allen-Bradley
- Yaskawa
- Dan Foss
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Electrical cable pulling
- Voltage testers
- Conduit bending
- Troubleshooting
- Low Voltages
- High voltages
- Wiring
- Circuitry
- Electrical schematics
- Automation troubleshooting
- Control systems maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Project planning
- Problem solving
- Mobile app automation
- Test automation strategy
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Software testing
Languages
- Spanish
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Automation Lead/Electrician
Phytech USA Inc
06.2024 - Current
Automation Electrician
Jain Irrigation
05.2019 - 06.2024
Operations Field Technician
MAAS Energy
04.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Hanford High School