JUSTIN GASTON
Sterling City,TX
Summary
Accomplished Operations Manager with 17+ years of experience in operations, demonstrating exceptional skills in planning, prioritization, and project management. Seeking the role of Regional High Voltage Manager II in the Texas Region with Nextera. Adept at developing employees and possessing strong leadership abilities. Proficient in overseeing teams and effectively managing the operations and maintenance of Generation Tie Lines, Substations, and Collection systems.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
BOP Manager
Invenergy
11.2024 - Current
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough training sessions for all team members.
- Oversite and onsite assistance in the coordination and management of all aspects of the day-to-day activities of technicians and contractors within the Balance of plant. Including generation Transmission lines, substation, collections system, pad mount transformers, civil works/foundations/roads, facility grounds, environmental and landowner relations.
- Oversite of 7 different sites across the US with 3 different customers and 6 Field Technical Representatives
- Successfully managed high-pressure situations, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Supervised major/minor repairs on substations while maintaining quality control measures, resulting in minimized delays during planned or unplanned outages.
- Promoted an environment focused on continuous learning, fostering professional development among team members.
- Responsive and able to manage deliverables and contractual obligations with our 3rd party costumers.
- Prepare and implement operating procedures, complying with company, customer, and industry standards, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements.
- Understand electrical and mechanical functions as well as engineering drawing of substations and collection systems.
- Recruit, select, train and manage the Field Technical Representatives.
O&M Manager - Santa Rita East Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
02.2019 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
- Conducted staff meetings to relay general information or to address specific topics
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
- Adhered to quality and service standards to support operational goals
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Developed departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures and strategies
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Developed talented team, participating in hiring, coaching and performance management processes
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
- Collaborated with staff to develop and carry out processes, resulting in improved performance
- Assigned, prioritized and delegated tasks and responsibility to departmental employees
- Developed personal growth opportunities, empowering employees to produce results and meet goals
- Coached and motivated team, driving sales and delivering exceptional customer service
- Orientated and trained employees, encouraging confidence and helping individuals adapt faster to job roles
- Communicated plans and actions to meet departmental goals
- Built strong relationships with suppliers and key customers to secure competitive products and prices
- Tracked company inventories and ordered new products to replenish equipment levels
- Maintained professional working relationships and promoted open lines of communication with staff
- Provided employees with guidance in handling difficult problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
Lead Technician - Rattlesnake Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Ensure that all site/company safety procedures: Pre-job briefing, LOTO, Confined Space, etc are being followed and proper personal protective equipment (PPE) being worn
- Complete work orders in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
- Update Daily Plan of the Day (POD)
- Weekly and Monthly Reports
- Order Consumables parts
- Inventory Parts and Consumables
- Hold morning briefings
- Give work assignments for the day
- Complete Quality Assurance checks (QA/QC) of wind technician work
- Public Relations with Vendors and Landowners
- Run fault analysis, identify issues, and take appropriate action
- Troubleshoot down turbines
- Maintenance turbines
- Texas 2 safety program
Wind Technician - Rattlesnake Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Followed safety procedures
- Fault analysis
- Troubleshoot down turbines
- Maintenance turbines
- EAM, parts inventory, shop cleanup, truck maintenance, etc
- Stayed up to date with tech level progressions and GPI Learn
- Conducted precise torque checks on main structural bolts to ensure stability against high-wind conditions during operation cycles.
- Increased turbine lifespan through diligent upkeep, lubrication, and alignment of essential parts.
- Improved turbine performance by conducting regular maintenance and inspections.
- Conducted systematic processes for identifying root cause of wind turbine component failures.
Wind Technician - Turkey Track Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
05.2008 - 01.2015
- Followed safety procedures
- EAM, parts inventory, shop cleanup, truck maintenance, etc
- Stayed up to date with tech level progressions and GPI Learn
- Maintenance turbines
- Troubleshoot down turbines
- Fault analysis
- Conducted precise torque checks on main structural bolts to ensure stability against high-wind conditions during operation cycles.
- Increased turbine lifespan through diligent upkeep, lubrication, and alignment of essential parts.
- Assisted with establishing processes and procedures for newly created facilities.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to assess causes of issues and deliver properly functioning turbines.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
Angelo State University
San Angelo01-2004
High School Diploma -
Sterling City High School
Sterling City, TX01.2000
Skills
- Employee Coaching and Motivation
- Business Leadership
- Staff Management
- Office Organization
- Policy Development and Enforcement
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Originality and Creativity
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Community Relationships
- Inventory Tracking and Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
Timeline
BOP Manager
Invenergy
11.2024 - Current
O&M Manager - Santa Rita East Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
02.2019 - 11.2024
Lead Technician - Rattlesnake Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
01.2018 - 02.2019
Wind Technician - Rattlesnake Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
01.2015 - 11.2018
Wind Technician - Turkey Track Wind Energy Center
Invenergy
05.2008 - 01.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Kinesiology
Angelo State University
High School Diploma -
Sterling City High School
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