Brandon Barnes

Summary of Qualifications

Yelm, WA 98597

ad3zrk@r.postjobfree.com

+1-719-***-****

Efficient and effective troubleshooter; including, team leader with a reputation for safety, creativity and great motivation for productivity. I am energetic and friendly and an advocate for renewable energy with a quality in workmanship and with a heighten sense of commitment, efficiency, development of staff and communication.

High voltage transformer troubleshooting abilities, accomplished self-starter, and assertive in developing plans to complete tasks. Physically fit for challenging positions, create a positive atmosphere for co-workers, and encourage self awareness in others. Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Niagara Water Bottling - Seattle, WA

August 2022 to Present

Sufficiently diagnosed and repaired electrical circuits and mechanical components, including conveyor belts, robots, Bachman and Siemens PLC's and controllers. Maintenance Mechanic I

Keurig Dr Pepper - Seattle, WA

February 2022 to August 2022

Trouble shot and repaired electrical PLC's, HMI'S, Controllers, electrical components and mechanical components in a timely fashion, meeting the company needs, for sufficient and continuous productivity. Safety Instructor

Sky Climber Renewables - Portland, OR

May 2020 to February 2021

Demonstrated the ability to thoroughly instruct the course objectives in safety awareness, NFPA best practices/standards, OSHA regulations, Electrical Safety (LOTO, ARC Flash), PPE, working at heights, hazardous waste, Fire Safety (classes of fires, fire awareness), in the classroom and in lab exercises. Adjunct Instructor

Ecotech Institute - Aurora, CO

September 2018 to January 2019

I taught the day, and the night courses of troubleshooting and repair to students at the Ecotech Institute College of Renewable Energy in Denver, CO,. While teaching at Ecotech, I had demonstrated the ability to effectively instruct and communicate the course objectives and expectations, thoroughly to the students, along with job placement help through networking and connections.

• Wind Energy Systems

• Climb and Safety/Rescue

• Commissioning

• Generator Theory/Concepts and Calculations

• Schematic reading and comprehension and One Line diagrams

• Converter/Inverter Theory

• Motor controls/ VFD’sn Rigging and Crane Signaling

• AC/DC Circuits

• Hydraulics

Commissioner

Brandon’s Wind Energy Services LLC

July 2017 to December 2018

Commissioner for large re-power projects on GE wind turbines, sufficiently meeting goals for the customer

Site support for various wind farms, including any type of work from maintenances to troubleshooting and repair, large corrective components exchanges and blade repairs. Wind Technician 3-1 * Major Components Leader * Troubleshooter and Maintenance

NextEra Energy Resources

June 2012 to June 2017

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Responsible and accountable for the planning, tooling, and daily expectations through developing realistic goals and actions to attain them in a timely fashion.

Adhered and enforced safety regulations through the use of proper PPE, and in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Contributed support and cooperation to customers, colleagues and management.

Conducted superior quality of workmanship, demonstrating and adhering to proper troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.

Highly Trained and orchestrated intricate Major Component work and Mid-Level Component Work, Troubleshooting complex issues, Maintenances, Generator Alignments, Toolbox Software, SCADA, processes and events.

Technologies of Major Component’s work include; GE 1.5-2.0 ESS and Non-ESS, SLE, XLE, SB, Vestas, V47-V90.

Types of Major Component Work Include; Gearbox and Main Bearing Shaft Replacements, Generators, and Blade Replacements of all previously mentioned technologies.

Types of Mid-Level Component work Include; High Speed Bearings, Generator Bearings, Yaw Drives, Pitch Drives and Collector Rings.

Crane signalman certified and experienced with a large number of successful crane operations of many types and sizes, for major component and large corrective systems Life Support Technician

United States Air Force

April 2000 to March 2004

Responsible for thoroughly inspecting flight equipment and communicating effectively with supervisors. Demonstrated flexibility, punctuality and responsibility with military standards. Honorably discharged with recognition of outstanding achievements at Beale, AFB, California. Education

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Wind energy technology Ecotech Institute - Aurora, CO

June 2010 to June 2012

Tech School - Sheppard AFB, TX

High school diploma or GED

Skills

• Efficient and effective troubleshooter; including, team leader with a reputation for safety, creativity and great

motivation for productivity. I am energetic and friendly and an advocate for renewable energy with a quality in

workmanship and with a heighten sense of commitment, efficiency, development of staff and communication.

Exceptional troubleshooting abilities, accomplished self-starter, and assertive in developing plans to complete tasks. Physically fit for challenging positions, create a positive atmosphere for co-workers, and

encourage self awareness in others.

• Maintenance

• Mechanical Knowledge

• Mechanic Experience

• Blueprint Reading

• Military

• Electrical Experience

• Forklift

• Hydraulics

• Tooling

• Construction

• Climbing

• Carpentry

• Project Management

• Industrial maintenance

• Programmable logic controllers

• Schematics

• Classroom experience

• Leadership

• Micrometer

• Precision measuring instruments

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Word

• Hand tools

• Power tools

• Root cause analysis

• Crane

• Windows

• Warehouse experience

• Electrical systems

• Robotics

• Manufacturing

• Troubleshooting

• Transmissions

• Quality Assurance

• Facilities Maintenance

• Computer Networking

• Microsoft Outlook

• Food production

• English

• Plumbing

• HVAC

• Teaching

• Computer skills

• OSHA

• Medical terminology

• Medical records

• Equipment Repair

Languages

• American Sign Language - Intermediate

Military Service

Branch: United States Air Force

Service Country: United States

Rank: E-3

June 2000 to December 2004

Life Support Technician

Certifications and Licenses

OSHA 10

AED Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Assessments

Attention to detail — Highly Proficient

January 2022

Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information

Full results: Highly Proficient

Mechanical knowledge — Proficient

January 2022

Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Proficient

Basic maintenance and repair — Proficient

January 2022

Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities

Full results: Proficient

HVAC technician — Familiar

January 2022

Designing, implementing, and troubleshooting commercial HVAC systems Full results: Familiar

Mechanical knowledge — Proficient

January 2022

Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Proficient

Basic maintenance and repair — Proficient

January 2022

Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities

Full results: Proficient

Following directions — Expert

January 2022

Following multi-step instructions

Full results: Expert

Work style: Reliability — Proficient

January 2022

Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work Full results: Proficient

Basic maintenance and repair — Proficient

January 2022

Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities

Full results: Proficient

Mechanical knowledge — Proficient

February 2023

Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes Full results: Proficient

Workplace safety — Completed

February 2023

Using safe practices at work

Full results: Completed

Basic maintenance and repair — Familiar

July 2022

Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities

Full results: Familiar

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