Travis Pragg
Calcutta Settlement #2,Freeport
Summary
Dependable and safety-focused professional with over 12 years of experience in industrial operations, electrical and instrumentation maintenance, and professional driving. Experienced in plant operations, equipment maintenance, and delivery services requiring punctuality, reliability, and strong time management. Holds a valid Class 1, 3 and 4 Driving Permit and Defensive Driving certification. Known for strong work ethic, problem-solving ability, and the capacity to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Temporary Operator III
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
08.2022 - Current
- Monitor operating conditions of generating plant and auxiliary equipment
- Assist with plant start-ups, shutdowns, and operational controls
- Record and monitor plant performance data
- Assist with isolating and placing plant equipment into service
- Participate in testing to ensure optimum equipment performance
- Maintain housekeeping and safety standards in control room
- (PowerGen)
Temporary Electrical & Instrumentation Technician III
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
02.2012 - 07.2022
- Perform maintenance on high-voltage electrical equipment including transformers, motors, switchgear and starters
- Install and maintain thermocouples and RTDs
- Install and maintain battery bank systems
- Install high and low voltage cables
- Install tubing for high and low pressure instrumentation systems
- Maintain valves, actuators and positioners
- Maintain tools and equipment used for electrical and instrumentation work
- (PowerGen)
Telecommunications Technician
Karik Systems
01.2010 - 09.2011
- Installed and maintained PBX communication systems
- Installed fiber optic and UTP network cabling
- Tested and certified data cables using Fluke and Agilent testers
- Installed and maintained IP-based security camera systems
Electrical Assistant
Fyzull Electrical Services
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Assisted with electrical wiring installations
- Installed conduit, trunking and cable trays
- Assisted with electrical construction and maintenance work
Education
Certificate in Process Operations (CPO) -
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
Generation Trainee Program -
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Certificate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Basic) -
National Energy Skills Centre (NESC)
Fundamentals of Safe Operation of High Voltage -
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
Electrical Tape, Splicing & 66kV Termination Techniques -
3M Trinidad
Instrumentation & Industrial Construction -
National Energy Skills Centre (NESC)
Caribbean Vocational Qualification - Electrical Installation -
YTEPP/ASJA Boys College
Skills
- Valid Class 1, 3 & 4 Driving Permit
- Defensive Driving Certified
- Over 12 years driving experience
- Industrial plant operations
- Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance
- Equipment monitoring and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of Trinidad road networks
- Safety procedures and compliance
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Dependable
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
References
- Mr. Lenox Jacob, E&I Supervisor - PowerGen, 794-8017
- Mr. Leroy Roberts, Senior Operator - PowerGen, 772-8332
- Mr. Deyal Harrichan, Field Engineer - Digicel, 396-2086
Key Skills And Qualifications
- Valid Class 1, 3 & 4 Driving Permit
- Defensive Driving Certified
- Over 12 years driving experience
- Industrial plant operations
- Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance
- Equipment monitoring and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of Trinidad road networks
- Safety procedures and compliance
- Reliable, punctual and dependable
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Temporary Operator III
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
08.2022 - Current
Temporary Electrical & Instrumentation Technician III
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
02.2012 - 07.2022
Telecommunications Technician
Karik Systems
01.2010 - 09.2011
Electrical Assistant
Fyzull Electrical Services
01.2008 - 12.2009
Certificate in Process Operations (CPO) -
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
Generation Trainee Program -
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Certificate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Basic) -
National Energy Skills Centre (NESC)
Fundamentals of Safe Operation of High Voltage -
University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT)
Electrical Tape, Splicing & 66kV Termination Techniques -
3M Trinidad
Instrumentation & Industrial Construction -
National Energy Skills Centre (NESC)
Caribbean Vocational Qualification - Electrical Installation -
YTEPP/ASJA Boys College