JAMES HALSEL

Email: abo2u6@r.postjobfree.com

Address:

City: ABILENE

State: TX

Zip: 79605

Country: USA

Phone: 325-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

Experienced QR (Qualified Reliever) & Wind Turbine Tech II. I have excellent project management skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively with technology, executive, and business audiences. My personal objective is to become employed with a company that values me & my experiences, as much as I will value being an employee for them. I am an honest, reliable, devoted & trustworthy individual that is seeking to give my talents & experiences to a company that has potential for lifetime progressing, not only for myself, but for the company as well. I have further work history I can provide upon needing to do so. I as well, can provide a long list of professional & personal contacts for references if asked to do so. I thank you for your time & consideration.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Merkel High School, Merkel TX 1/2001 to 5/1990 (general)

Job History / Details:

Summary

Experienced QR (Qualified Reliever) & Wind Turbine Tech II.

I have excellent project management skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively with technology, executive, and business audiences. My personal objective is to become employed with a company that values me & my experiences, as much as I will value being an employee for them. I am an honest, reliable, devoted & trustworthy individual that is seeking to give my talents & experiences to a company that has potential for lifetime progressing, not only for myself, but for the company as well. I have further work history I can provide upon needing to do so. I as well, can provide a long list of professional & personal contacts for references if asked to do so. I thank you for your time & consideration.

Highlights

I work on the original 1st 2.3 Seimens Wind Turbines to be placed in USA

Specializes in Seimens Wind 2.3 Turbines

Knowledge of power distribution and transmission systems

Knowledge of renewable energy equipment

Knowledge of wind load and dead loads

Problem-solving and analysis skills

Wind energy industry experience

Ability to translate technical specifications

Able to work in confined spaces and wind turbines

Experience with Main Generator/Turbine upgrades

Ability to travel

Team player

Adaptability

Excellent communication skills

Excellent analytical and methodical skills

High-level oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Organized

Ability to read wiring schematics & blue prints from Engineers

Experience

August 2009 to Current

NextEra energy~ Florida Power and Lights FPL Wingate- Horse Hollow, TX

Wind Turbine Technician II

Monitored wind farm construction to ensure compliance with regulatory standards or environmental requirements.

Performed root cause analysis on wind turbine tower component failures.

Assisted engineering and other personnel to solve operating problems.

Examined accidents to obtain data that can be used to design preventive measures.

Provided technical support during operations and maintenance.

Rapidly created work-arounds to temporarily resolve issues.

Researched and developed industry best practices and design standards.

Inspected equipment for proper performance and correct communication.

Prepared equipment for all operations.

Tacked maintenance actions and completed records.

Installed, maintained and recommended appropriate field solutions for electronic products.

Assessed operations and made recommendations to improve safety, increase productivity, enhance performance and reduce costs.

Determined appropriate methods and sequencing of operations.

Tested and maintained computer-related industrial electronic control systems and electrical components.

Interpreted schematic blueprints, wiring diagrams, performance specifications and service manuals.

Conducted highly complex diagnostic and operational tests.

Analyzed test results to locate and determine causes of malfunction.

Quickly replaced faulty parts and unit wiring and retested systems.

Trained in 24V electrical wiring and electrical repair and safety.

Major Component Chang Out: Blades, Gear Boxes, Yaw Drives, Generators, & Main Bearing

Replaced: Drive & Non-Drive Bearings, Pitch Motors, Slip Rings, & Collector Rings

September 2011 to Current

NextEra Energy~Florida Power and Lights FPL Wingate- Horse Hollow, TX

Qualified Reliever of Site/ Lead Technician

Overseen 130 Turbine Wind Farm with a crew of 6 team members, in the absence of Site Lead & performed Site Leader duties when needed.

Partnered successfully with Site Lead, General & Regional Management to produce a positive outcome.

Worked directly with Team of 6 members & Site Leader to achieve lowest EFOR status for our wind farm, ever achieved.

Directed strategic initiatives to achieve goals set by Management.

Defined strategy and POD -Plan of the Day for Team of 6/Daily

Develop & Composure of Procedure Manuals for maintenance & Repairs on Turbines

Mentor to New Employees & Interns from TSTC College in Sweetwater, TX.

Assist & Supervise teams of contractors working on site-as needed

June 2004 to September 2009

Quality cooling & Heating Abilene, Tx

Field Services Manager

Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.

Provided outstanding customer service.

Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions.

Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety.

Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis.

Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.

Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.

Ensured customer satisfaction by providing highest quality of products by ensuring all equipment was properly installed and working correctly.

Exceeded customer product expectations by maintaining equipment to product quality products.

Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.

Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.

Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders.

Processed work orders and prioritized jobs.

Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.

Provided equipment installations for a developing residential community of 40 units, working successfully according to project plans and quality standards.

Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery.

Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.

Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair.

Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine.

Used measuring instruments to inspect parts.

Used schematic diagrams to plan work.

Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions.

Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms.

Performed preventative maintenance on electrical panels and distribution systems, saving customers 30 percentage off future repair spending.

Maintained positive relationships with all customers.

Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.

Managed work with little supervision.

Certifications

Class A CDL Liscense

OSHA Certified

Pad Mount Certified

CPR/AED Certified

Tractel Rescue Certified

Rigging Certified

Seimens 2.3 Turbine Trained

Crossed Trained on GE 1.5 Turbines

Fiber Optics Trained

Converter Trained

Clearance Trained

Basics Hydraulics Training Completed

Basic & Intermediate Electrical Training Completed

Multi-meter, Amp Clamp, Megger, O-Scope, Fiber Tester, Hydraulic Mano Meter, Nitrogen charge kit, Coolant Charging Kit, High Torgue, Tensioner, Torque Wrenches, & E-Rad Torque Tool All I have experience with.

HVAC Certification

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