Maintenance Technician
Resume:
Thomas J. Woods
Livermore, CA **550
(Cell Phone) 925-***-****
*********@*****.***
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Dedicated professional with almost 30 years of experience as a Manager or Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in managing all aspects of Operations and Maintenance (O&M), Balance of Plant (BOP) on up to 400MW wind farms.
Expert at identifying and troubleshooting a large variety of mechanical and electrical malfunctions, working with hydraulic & pneumatic systems.
Specialize in troubleshooting and repairing single phase and 3 phase motors, motor controls, and other facility electrical equipment up to 72kv.
Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and diagrams.
Downloaded PLC programs, evaluated parameters, optimized parameters, troubleshot and repaired input, output and signal interface boards. Strong planner with a track record of driving process and efficiency improvements to ensure maximum productivity
Personable team player.
Ability to perform a variety of duties to develop mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications, modifications, assemblies and components.
Received award in early 90s for work achieved on 5 MW project while working for Kenetech Windpower.
WORK HISTORY/ SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS
NorthWind Services - Livermore, CA (May 2021 to February 2022)
Completed many training modules
Completed qualification modules.
Performed maintenance on Power Conditioning System (PCS) and Plasma Electrode Pockels Cell (PEPC) system.
Conducted inspections and PMs on PCS and PEPC systems.
Repaired/replaced sub components on the PCS and PEPC systems such as High Voltage Power Supplies, Gas Chassis, Plasma Pulse Generators, Switch Pulse Generators, Embedded Controllers, Spark Gap Switches, etc.
Provided operations support in operating systems during shot operations when conducting experiments.
Troubleshooting system failures and making necessary repairs.
Updating Glovia data base.
JLL- Jones Lang-Laselle (February 2021 – May 2021)
Provide daily operational support on sorter and distribution conveyor systems and facilities.
Conduct condition surveys, make adjustments and take corrective actions.
Make repairs based on root cause analysis fundamentals.
Provide pro-active preventative maintenance on all equipment such as back-up gen sets, conveyors, sorter, docking and facility systems.
Work with materials inventory personnel to improve staging.
Valeo North America, Inc. (December 2, 2019 – October 16, 2020)
Provide maintenance and service on ultra lean manufacturing and testing equipment. This includes robots, sound chambers, VFDs and motors, automated turn tables, helium testing and reclamation equipment, laser and proximity sensors and computerized line equipment. Mechanical and electrical (AC and DC up to 480 VAC).
Observe machine to detect potential failures. Identify and attack maintenance issues on a proactive basis to ensure minimum down time and maximum productivity in developing an effective PM schedule and activities. Involve other team members/ partners.
Apply safety guidelines and requirements in a way that is most effective with the particular equipment to be serviced.
Ensure that all safety devices of machines are maintained and operational in the same way as equipment operations.
Propose preventive maintenance improvements in order to reduce reliability issues.
Provide accurate and detailed pass down information.
Work towards providing root cause analysis and effective high quality repairs.
Escalate issues found with spare parts to ensure accurate spare levels commensurate with usage and lead times.
Participate in line QA/QC.
Repair components or sub-assembly as spares in order to reduce down time and replace them as assemblies when needed.
Participate to maintain a “5S workplace”
Respect recycling of waste
Festo Corporation (November 28, 2016 – March 29,2019)
Assemble and testing of industrial control panels, cabinets, to meet customer requirements by performing the following duties.
Participates in any and all 5S activities both individually and collectively as required by the 5S Coordinator.
Participates in any and all 5S activities both individually and collectively as required by the 5S Coordinator.
Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, or other fasteners.
Assembles, mounts, tubes and wires parts on control systems according to systems design specifications.
Verifies and troubleshoots control systems' circuits.
Operates standard machine shop type equipment such as: drill presses, lathes, milling machines, shear, brake, saws and grinders to assist in assembly operation.
Assists Project Engineer in selecting parts for control system, testing products during assembly and final stage of production and in updating shop folder with assembly and test data.
Performs preliminary packaging of control system and components by securing cabinet and loose parts, wraps cabinets in packaging material.
Maintains, organizes and cleans work area compliant with 5S Standards.
Randstad Engineering (March 2015 – June 2015)
Electrician service technician maintaining and troubleshooting facilities equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair motor control centers, wiring, and motors.
Perform weekly PMs and minor repairs on diesel back-up generators.
Provided support for annual mechanical and control audits on 50 MW twin gas turbine generator along with inspections and repairs. Assist in its test- run operation.
Performed inspections on 115kv switching station.
Konecranes Americas (July 2014 – October 2014)
Industrial Electrician servicing and repairing various types of cranes and hoists.
Provide field support for other technicians.
Troubleshooting and repairing AC and DC systems at various voltage levels including 24VDC controls to 480VAC 3 phase motors and control systems.
Oldcastle Precast Inc. (January 2014 – July 2014)
Electrical/Mechanical Technician performing maintenance, repairs and set-up on concrete production equipment and facilities.
Conduct repairs, installations and preventative maintenance on electrical systems, PLC controlled conveyors, production equipment, lighting, hydraulics, pneumatics, hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment, forklifts, backhoe, welders, plasma cutters, etc.
Owner of Fall Arrest safety program.
Self Employed (March 2013- January 2014)
Designing, building, modifying, repairing, and selling musical amplifiers.
Utili Quest, LLC (January 2013- March2013)
Locating and marking AT&T, Comcast, and Charter utilities.
Trained for man hole entry and related safety equipment.
Used lap top computer and other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices.
Interpret software based utility maps and prints to identify the type and size of underground assigned communication equipment to effectively locate, verify, mark and document findings.
Communicate effectively with contractors, utility reps and company personnel to insure accurate results and minimize liabilities.
Self Employed (June 2009- January 2013 )
Designing, building, modifying, repairing, and selling musical amplifiers.
Apollo Energy Corp./ Tawhiri Power LLC. (Sept 1998- Jun 2009)
Site manager and responsible for O&M on 9.25MW wind farm. Responsible for turbines, substation, facilities, vehicles, support equipment, land management, etc.
Managed personnel and all related safety aspects. Conducted weekly safety meetings and reviews.
Managed craning operations for service that was required.
Erected and moved met tower for collecting wind data and Power Performance Testing (PPT) of new wind farm once built. Installed SODAR unit to verify wind data and obtain additional data.
Managed and conducted AVIAN responsibilities.
Managed and maintained accurate documentation.
Performed service and maintenance on wind turbines utilizing hydraulic and DC servo drives on pitch and yaw systems.
Experienced in performing inspections, maintenance and repairs on facilities, vehicles, support equipment, transmission lines, sub stations and cranes.
Worked with various contractors to effect repairs, upgrades and testing on turbines, substation, transmission lines, roadways, and new construction.
Highly skilled in data analysis, project reporting, budgeting, component sourcing, problem resolving, and preparing proposals.
Worked with utility and wind farm operations personnel to conduct safe maintenance, grid fault isolation and repairs, testing and commissioning,
Served as company representative during new wind farm construction.
Redesigned slip ring assembly drastically decreasing down time and increasing production. Worked with mechanical engineering contractor to produce necessary drawings for manufacture and proper documentation. Worked with machinist contractor to produce quality product.
Kenetech Windpower Inc. (March 1988-May1998)
Performed service and maintenance on various wind turbines utilizing different pitch, yaw, power, and control system designs, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), AC/DC servo drives, and pneumatics.
Managed 5MW wind turbine projects service and maintenance.
Designed maintenance tooling.
Worked with operations for clearance and operational needs.
Developed wind turbine operations criteria.
With UK design engineers, redeveloped Ladder Software, and downloaded to Honeywell Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems. Developed new parameters which optimized control system performance to decrease wear and tear, down-time, and increase production.
Designed and manufactured new tooling to facilitate more efficient repairs and maintenance.
Created and maintained parts and tooling inventory control.
Coordinated preventative maintenance, rigging, site outages, contractor activities, community meetings, county and state representative visits, and other project management issues.
Provided training and technical support to technicians and rigging crews.
Performed rigging and craning operations with various cranes up to a Manitowoc M250 300 ton.
Successfully resolved persistent generator, yaw bearing, pneumatic, hydraulic, and component failures.
Wrote comprehensive wind turbine maintenance manual.
Wrote a wind turbine operations manual for the wind farm’s Operations criteria to increase availability, productivity, and turbine and crew safety.
Provided customer/owner representation during site construction.
Assisted general contractor in community meetings.
AM Backhoe Service (1987 – 1988)
Operated backhoe to excavate for foundations, septic systems, utility service and general excavation.
U.S. Windpower, Inc. (1983-1987)
Worked in shop to dismantle and rebuild subassemblies and assemble complete machines.
Serviced and maintain fleet of 100KW wind turbines.
Maintained truck inventory for parts, tooling, and general supplies and service.
Inputted service records into data base.
EDUCATION / LICENSES/CERTIFICATES / AWARDS/ COMPUTER
GED from: Amador Valley Adult School, Pleasanton, CA
Some college:
Modesto College, Modesto, CA and Chabot College, Hayward, CA
Course work in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Electronics, Pre-Calculus, Chemistry, Geology, Astronomy, Meteorology, Blueprint Reading, Construction Inspection
Electrical/Instrumentation Grade I Certificate
From California Water work Environment Association
Certificate number: 130*******
Issue: 31 March 2016
General Electric 1.5 Training Certificate (includes converter training)
Achievement award for accomplishments on 5 MW WEG Project.
Licensed Real Estate Agent and member of the Board of Realtors in the state of Hawaii.
MS Word, Excel, Power Point, manufacturing/ inventory database, IT support.
REFERENCES:
Name: Walley Andrade
Business: Kau Andrade Contracting, Inc.
95-5857 Mamalahoa Hwy, Naalehu, HI 96772
(Phone) 808-***-****
Relationship: A local general contractor that I did business with for land clearing,
road maintenance and other general services.
Name: Hansen Tsang
Business: Mauna Kea Electric, Inc.
48 Wiwoole Street, Hilo, HI 96720
(Phone) 808-***-****
Relationship: An Electrical Hawaiian contractor that I did business with for boom truck
rental services, maintenance and construction of transmission and distribution
systems.
Name: Jim Anderson
Business: Anderson Electric and Machine Service
94-2166 South Point Road, Naalehu, HI 96772
(Cell phone) 808-***-****
Relationship: A local electrical contractor that I did business with for machining services and
other consultations.
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