Geoff Pettit
@geoffpettit
I solve complex industrial system problems through technical data, troubleshooting, and operational leadership.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've led instrumentation, electrical, and HVAC maintenance operations at Salt River Project, overseeing 14 union technicians while maintaining 99%+ preventive maintenance compliance.
I bring 16+ years of hands-on experience across power generation, refining, offshore oil production, and solar facilities. My work includes diagnosing system failures, maintaining control systems, supporting outages, and improving equipment reliability in real-time operating environments.
I've supported organizations including Phillips 66, Shell Oil, ConocoPhillips, Abengoa Solar, and Airswift, with experience in CEMS, SCR NEMS, Honeywell DCS, safety instrumented systems, calibration, compliance audits, and turnaround planning. I'm completing a B.S. in Business Administration and pursuing remote AI training, data analysis, or technical problem-solving work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Supervisor O&M – I&E/HVAC
Salt River Project
Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Lead maintenance operations across instrumentation, electrical, and HVAC systems for a major power generation facility, overseeing 14 union technicians. Analyze system failures and equipment trends to identify root causes and improve reliability.
I&C Specialist
Salt River Project
Jun 2019 - Oct 2024 (5 years 4 months)
Performed advanced troubleshooting and maintenance on instrumentation and control systems supporting plant operations. Specialized in SCR NEMS and CEMS systems, including calibration, diagnostics, and compliance auditing.
Process Automation Instrument Technician
Phillips 66
Jun 2017 - Jun 2019 (2 years)
Supported instrumentation reliability and analyzer systems for environmental compliance and process operations. Performed diagnostics, calibration, and maintenance on process instrumentation and CEMS analyzers.
Planned and coordinated instrumentation and electrical work for FCC and Alkylation unit turnarounds. Estimated installation scope for instrument loops and electrical systems, supporting project budgeting and execution.
Lead I&C Technician
Abengoa Solar
Jun 2016 - Sep 2016 (3 months)
Performed maintenance and troubleshooting on instrumentation systems at a 280 MW solar generation facility. Supported outage planning and execution, ensuring system readiness and operation continuity.
Maintained and tested instrumentation systems on an offshore oil production platform. Performed calibration and diagnostics on regulatory and safety-critical instrumentation.
Process Automation Instrument Technician
ConocoPhillips
Jan 2010 - Jun 2015 (5 years 5 months)
Maintained and upgraded instrumentation and control systems supporting refinery operations. Configured and supported Honeywell DCS systems, including hardware maintenance and system updates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Grade: 3.94
Activities and societies: Alpha Chi Honor Society, National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a 3.94 GPA, expected to complete in June 2026.
Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Industrial Instrumentation and Control Technology
Grade: 3.74
Completed an Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Instrumentation and Control Technology with a 3.74 GPA in July 2009.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Skills
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