Kurt R. Standley
Smyrna, GA ***80
************@*****.***
Summary
Technical: 10 years experience working in the following areas
Combustion engine technology, gas turbine, gasoline and diesel engine
driven generators
and other shaft driven industrial machinery.
Skilled in laser alignment and vibration analysis
Electrical power generation, distribution, motor control and generation
device troubleshooting and repair, highly proficient in interpretation of
schematic diagrams circuit analysis and fault isolation
Electro mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment diagnoses and repair
Lift technologies, cranes, hoists, rigging, elevators and other material
handling
Supervision of construction trades, Electricians, Operating Engineers,
Ironworkers, Carpenters and Laborers
Academic: 3 years Course Designer and Instructor in the following subjects
Electrical Fundamentals
Interpretation of schematic diagrams
Use of test equipment
Fault isolation and troubleshooting techniques
Crane Operation, Testing, Inspection and Maintenance
Rigging Equipment Usage, Inspection and Maintenance
Heavy Equipment Operations
Occupational Safety: 15 years performing safety and compliance duties as
Crane Inspector and Ground Safety Officer. Total personal career incident
rate is zero.
Equipment Operations: 15 years practical operation of cranes, special
purpose vehicles, trucks, tractors, access lifts and other material
handling equipment.
Military: Served USAF active duty four years as Aerospace Ground Equipment
Repairman, fourteen years Air National Guard as Aviation Electronics
Technician Retired April 2007.
Employment History
2011 to present
Siemens Wind Energy
Field Service Operations
Wind Turbine Tecnician
Major Components Group, Wildorado Wind ranch, Vega, TX
Responsible for all aspects of major component replacements such as rotor,
main bearing and generator on Siemens Wind Turbines, 2.3MW and larger.
Supervise all aspects of rigging, lifting and the use of mobile cranes up
to 400t
2008-2011 Master Engineering Technician
Eaton Electrical Services and Systems
Performed duties as Construction Manager during the reconstruction of the
Garvin Falls substation, Concord New Hampshire for Public Service of New
Hampshire. Directed operations of sub contractors, insured compliance with
drawings, submitted changes as required. Conducted safety program resulting
in a zero incident record and zero findings in four on site safety audits
by internal, external and third party auditors.
Perform testing, modification, rebuilding, installation, troubleshooting,
repair and commissioning of low and medium voltage switch gear and
associated power distribution equipment manufactured by Eaton Cutler-Hammer
Facilities Engineering Technician
April 2007 to June 2008
Department of the Interior, BLM, Alaska Fire Service
Ft. Wainwright, Alaska
Planned and executed remote facilities construction projects. Supervised
all activities of contractors, including the transport and use cranes and
other heavy equipment.
Chief Inspector
1996 to 2007
Crane Care Specialties Dallas, GA
Performed Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Training in the use and
operation of Mobile, Overhead, Tower and Pedestal cranes. Provided Subject
matter expertise to develop course ware for training operators, technicians
and inspectors. Provided instruction in both academics and practical
courses. Evaluated student performance. Completed extensive job analysis
for heavy lifting requirements and wrote complete operational plans.
Supervise on site operations and provide support for any unforeseen
complications. Provided technical support to junior technicians in
troubleshooting situations involving a high degree of difficulty or lack of
adequate technical data
Chief Inspector/Master Technician
1990-1996
Cleveland Electric Co
Atlanta, GA
Developed a new department of Crane Safety within the Field Service
Division. Developed and implemented plans for removal, transport and
installation of all types of heavy machinery used in Industry. Crane Safety
Technicians earned several commendations from customers and management
during my tenure and enjoyed a high degree of customer loyalty that
continues to this day.
Field Service Technician
1980 to 1990
Piener Electric Crane Corporation
Atlanta, GA
Supervised the installation, erection and testing of tower cranes used in
the Heavy Construction, Shipbuilding and Mining industries. Responsible for
fault isolation and correction of malfunctions in electronic devices, motor
controls, electro mechanical and hydraulic systems. Developed specialized
test equipment for verifying serviceability of 300 tn capacity jacking
systems,. Promoted to Equipment Manager, established standard operating
procedures for shop practices, crane overhaul, shipping and receiving which
were implemented nationwide in 13 district offices. Designed and
implemented nationwide retrofit of hydraulic power pack to use American
made components
Ground Power Technician
1979 to 1980
NASA Johnson Space Center Flight Operations
Ellington field, TX
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and operate all types of aircraft support
equipment such as Gas Turbine start carts, Engine powered generators, high
pack compressors, hydraulic test stands, pressurized astronaut transporter,
liquid oxygen servicing equipment, aircraft refueling trucks, cranes and
forklifts
Field Service Technician
1978 to 1979
Western Geophysical, Litton Industries
V-95 Point Thompson, AK
Maintained electronic recording system, data transmission equipment, radio
communications equipment, generators, seismic trucks, tracked vehicles,
wheeled vehicles and snowmobiles
Education and Training
High School Graduate, 4.0 Coldwater, Kansas
USAF Ground Equipment Repairman Course, 36 weeks, Chanute AFB, Il. Honor
Graduate
USAF Am32A Gas Turbine Generators Course, 2 weeks, Charleston AFB, SC
USAF Avionics Communications/ Navigation technicians Course, 36 weeks,
Keesler AFB, MS. Honor Graduate
USAF Ground Radio Communications Course, 18 weeks, Kennesaw, GA
USAF Non Commissioned Officer Leadership Course, 2 weeks, McGee-Tyson ANG
Station, TN. Honor graduate
USAF Command and Control Specialist Course, 18 weeks, Hurlburt Field, FL.
Honor graduate
USAF Aircraft Loadmaster Course, 14 weeks, Little Rock AFB, AR. Honor
graduate
Yale Hoist Factory Training, 40 hrs, Fayetteville, AR
Marley Cooling Tower Factory training, 40 hrs, Olathe, KS
Mobile and Overhead Crane Inspector Course, 80 hrs, Crane Institute of
America
OSHA 1002 29CFR 1910, 40 hrs, Buffalo OSHA Office NY
ORM Application Course, 40 hrs, Dobbins AFB, GA
Skills
Electrical:
1. Read and instruct the interpretation of complex schematic and
wiring diagrams
2. Perform and instruct fault isolation and diagnoses of malfunctions
in relay logic, motor switch gear, variable frequency drives and solid
state circuitry
3. Utilize and train technicians in the use of many types of testing
and measuring equipment
4.Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, HF, UHF, VHF, SHF radio
transmitter/ receivers, erect and orient antennas
5. Solder components on circuit boards, wiring connections,
terminations, motor windings and sensors
6. Install conduit, wiring, lighting, festoon cable systems, buss
rails, switch gear and power distribution panels in commercial
applications
7. Install and maintain emergency power generators and transfer
switches
8. Diagnose electrical motor problems from 1/4 to 2500 Hp
Mechanical:
1. Interpret complex blueprints, specifications and tech data, read
and follow intricate technical instructions in technical manuals.
2. Oxygen/ Acetylene torch operation, cutting and welding
3. Steel fabrication, Electrical arc welding, electrode, wire fed &
air arc
4. Plumbing and piping installation for water, sewer, steam, air,
fluids, lubricants, hydraulic fluid, LPG and liquid fuels
5. Perform precision alignment of couplings used in shaft and engine
driven equipment with precision measurement and laser alignment tools
6. Evaluate, maintain, trouble shoot and service Industrial,
commercial HVAC equipment including Marley cooling towers, Baltimore Air
coil and automotive AC systems
7. Trouble shoot, overhaul and repair malfunctions in gas turbine,
gasoline and diesel engines from 5 to 5000 Hp
8. Diagnose and repair compressors, blowers, air handlers and
pneumatic systems
9. Interpret complex hydraulic diagrams, diagnose, repair, upgrade
and overhaul systems and components
10. Perform vibration analysis for predictive maintenance of rotating
machinery
11. Install, repair, overhaul and maintain gear train and power
transmission machinery up to 2000 Hp
Occupational safety:
1. Compliance Specialist for OSHA Regulations 29CFR 1910.179, AFOSH
91-74 and ANSI/ASME B30
2. Certified in Organizational Risk Management (ORM)
3. Crane Institute Certified Crane & Rigging Inspector
4. NASA Certified Forklift Operator and Inspector
5. Heavy Equipment Operator Instructor
Specialized Skills:
1. Master Rigger, Technician, Inspector, Instructor and Evaluator for
Mobile, Overhead, Tower, Pedestal cranes and Boom trucks
2. Master Forklift Operator, Instructor and Evaluator
3. Backhoe Operator
4. Aircraft refueling truck operator
5. Aircraft LOX handling specialist
6. Access Lift operator
7. Hoist and Winch operator
Carpentry:
1. Read and follow blueprints
2 Read elevations and perform basic surveying
3.Construct concrete foundations and footings
4. Erect large columns, beams and walls
5. Construct framework, decking and handrails
6. Install flooring, doors, windows, cabinets and appliances
7. Install siding and roofing
8. Set column poles and ridge poles. Construct machine sheds and
cabins
9. Install fence poles, corner posts, gates and fencing
Academic:
Course Designer
Program developer
Instructor & Evaluator
Information Technology:
1. Microsoft word
2. Excel
3. Project
4. Download current software and upgrades as required, work through
most common hardware and software problems, work with help desk to
correct more complicated problems.
5. Document management: maintain meticulous and well organized
files of hardcopies