Wind Turbine Technician
Resume:
Frank S. Gaydos
Streator, IL *****
*************@*****.***
Objective: To apply my work practices in combination with a persistent work ethic and training put forth into a
reputable and successful company in search of a dedicated and fast learning employee.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
• Proficient inventory skills
• Use of Lock Out Tag Out procedures
• Available for rotational shifts, 24 hour on call, as well as periodic traveling.
• Maintain tools in good working order and very well organized.
• Advanced computer skills utilizing word processing, email, and computerized diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Possession of comprehensive writing skills to meet contractual reporting obligations.
• Personal Protection Equipment: Use and Inspection. (Full Body Harness, Lad-Saf, and Double Leg Lanyard)
• Worked with minimal to no direct supervision while efficiently completing tasks.
• Ability to interpret schematics as well as intricate instructive manuals.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Northwest Renewable Energy Institute Vancouver, WA
Wind Turbine Technician Diploma, Honor Roll October 22, 2012 – April 17, 2013
• HYTORC Torque and Tension Certification
• Qualified Electrical Worker Certification & Electrical Safety Training Program as defined in OSHA
Subpart S, 1910 and NFPA 70E requirements
• OSHA-10 Certified
• CPR/First Aid Certified
Safety: Use of Lad-Saf fall protection, descent training
Documentation: Technical writing, inventory, job hazard analysis, field service reports
Electrical: Schematics, Electrical Safety, Voltage multi-meters, AC/DC circuits, relay control, AC/DC
motors, transformers, capacitance, and troubleshooting
Mechanical: Gearbox characteristics and maintenance, bearing types and maintenance, lubrication,
heating/cooling, condition monitoring, laser alignment
Hydraulics: Schematics, valve operation, performance analysis, troubleshooting, and repair
PLC’s: Motor control, event sequencing, process control, and troubleshooting
Rigging: Rigging inspection practices, load balancing, cribbing, removal procedures, verbal & hand crane signals,
turbine rigging, rigging concepts & taglines
Metal Sciences: Torque & tension concepts, torque log, skid more testing
Climbing: Demonstrated the ability to climb and descend 75 foot lattice tower safely
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Pottinger’s Auto Wrecking Streator, IL
Laborer August 2012-October 2012
January2010-March 2012
• Assisted in general organization of wreck yard.
• Catalogued incoming cars according to condition and plan of action
• 1 ton tow trucks with controls were used to maneuver cars.
• Inspected and performed maintenance of used machinery, such as oil changes and greasing of bearings
• Used variety of straps and tie downs in order to perform work in a safe manner.
• Worked in extreme cold, as well as extreme heat environments.
• Long shifts upwards of 12 hours were frequently worked
Wal-Mart Ottawa, IL
Backroom Inventory Associate March 2012- August 2012
• Promoted from overnight associate before set time was reached.
• Individually performed “Picks” for entire store upon arrival to shift.
• Physical counting was done to determine actual on-hand counts.
• Special picks and back stock were categorized and returned into their specific spaces.
• All finished work was electronically entered into the database.
• Manual accounting for merchandise was performed and audited for an upcoming placed order.
• Organization and timely work ethic was crucial to perform assigned tasks.
• Climbed ladders safely, with merchandise weighing as much as 40 lbs. overhead at heights of 15 ft.
• Dexterity and balance were key when rapidly organizing merchandise at bin heights.
StertilALM Auto Lift Manufacturer Streator, IL
Parts Cleaner August 2009-January2010
• Cleaned previously constructed and welded parts in preparation for paint, using 4” and 7” flapper, as well as
hard disk grinders.
• Orbital sanders were also used for finer applications, as attention to detail was mandated.
• Parts were washed with an acetone diluted solution.
• 6 day, 50+ hour work weeks were not unusual.
• Followed work order schematics as assigned in compliance with deadlines.
• StertilALM in house forklift certified.
• Work in temperatures ranging from 120 F to -15 F
• Worked with heavy steel fixtures directly overhead.
• Maintained pneumatic tools used to perform tasks
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