Andrew Griffin
Cairo,GA
Summary
Focused Lead Technician with experience in performing repairs and maintenance on turbine components and systems to prevent failures and maximize performance. Specialist in running diagnostic tests, determining causes and solutions for problems and completing repair work.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Wind Turbine Tech. / Construction Manager
Independent Wind Solutions
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements during regular meetings or training sessions.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- Performed quality audits of maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures.
Electrician's Apprentice
M&S Steel
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
Lead Wind Turbine Technician
Run Energy
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Corrected issues with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, enhancing performance and reducing recurrence of maintenance issues.
- Minimized risks and incidents by strictly adhering to regulations, safety rules and codes.
- Performed troubleshooting procedures to assess causes of issues and deliver properly functioning turbines.
Corrections Officer
Texas Dept. Of Criminal Justice
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Enforced regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks, alcohol sensor testing and gate-locking procedures.
Security Officer
Securitas
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Assistant Manager
Toot n Totum
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL2012
High School Diploma -
Arbor Christian Academy
2011
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX2009
Skills
- Organization
- Leadership
- Problem resolution
- OSHA protocols
- Communications
- Voltage Testers
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Assurance Inspections
- Tower Climbing
- Emergency Situations
- Mechanical Knowledge
Certification
OSHA 10 Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Lead Wind Turbine Tech. / Construction Manager
Independent Wind Solutions
09.2023 - 06.2024
Electrician's Apprentice
M&S Steel
01.2023 - 09.2023
Lead Wind Turbine Technician
Run Energy
01.2020 - 01.2023
Corrections Officer
Texas Dept. Of Criminal Justice
01.2018 - 12.2019
Security Officer
Securitas
01.2016 - 01.2018
Assistant Manager
Toot n Totum
01.2012 - 01.2014
Florida State University
High School Diploma -
Arbor Christian Academy
Amarillo College
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