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BENJAMIN HILL

Blanchard

Summary

Experienced in team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Leveraging effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Demonstrated track record of fostering productive work environments and consistently achieving set goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Outage Manager

NextEra Energy Resources
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Manage contract coordinators, vendors and contractors in the execution of major component replacements and minor repairs of wind turbines on over 60 wind farm locations in the US and Canada.
  • Manage and conduct training of internal and external contract coordinators.
  • Lead a team of maintenance specialists, technicians, engineers, and contractors involved in major maintenance activities or plant maintenance.
  • Lead internal and external resources to deliver certainty for assigned major maintenance activities or plant maintenance to achieve objectives for: safety, environmental, quality, schedule, and cost compliance.
  • Prepare and review administrative documentation including time sheets, performance evaluations, expense reports, work schedules, job cost estimates, purchase agreements, contractor coordinate, project managing, executive report outs and other job-related duties.
  • Assume direct accountability for internal employee development and performance management.
  • Focus on streamlining activities using lean maintenance concepts and standardized processes and procedures.
  • Focus on the cost and schedule functions in accordance with corporate financial policies and procedures.Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.

Project Manager / Contract Coordinator

NextEra Energy Resources
04.2022 - 11.2024
  • Managed vendors and contractors in the execution of major component replacements and minor repairs of wind turbines.
  • Lead a team of maintenance specialists, technicians, engineers, and contractors involved in major maintenance activities or plant maintenance.
  • Lead internal and external resources to deliver certainty for assigned major maintenance activities or plant maintenance to achieve objectives for: safety, environmental, quality, schedule, and cost compliance.
  • Conduct training to site level contract coordinators.
  • Focus on streamlining activities using lean maintenance concepts and standardized processes and procedures.
  • Focus on the cost and schedule functions in accordance with corporate financial policies and procedures.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Reduced project costs, negotiating contracts with suppliers and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management plans, minimizing project delays and unexpected challenges.
  • Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
  • Assist the Regional Outage Manager in the preparation and review of administrative documentation including time sheets, performance evaluations, expense reports, work schedules, job cost estimates, purchase agreements, contractor coordination, project management, executive report outs and other job-related duties.

Wind Field Service Technician Leader

NextEra Energy Resources
08.2017 - 04.2022
  • Lead crews and provide technical execution guidance in the completion of repair or replacement activities to quickly restore functionality on wind turbine major and minor components.
  • Perform and lead crews in precision measurement, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting activities as required.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Maintaining a safe work environment at all times and encourage team adherence to NextEra safety policies.
  • Attend regular safety meetings and follow appropriate company safety and environmental policies.
  • Ensures efficient, high quality, customer focused results that meet or exceed cost and schedule standards.
  • Diagnose problems and make recommendations to optimize efficiency.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge base through ongoing training and certification programs, staying current with industry advancements.
  • Maximized operational efficiency by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of productivity while adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address unique challenges in the field, sharing expertise to develop innovative solutions.
  • Assist in the selection and training of team members.
  • Assist the Regional Outage Manager in the preparation and review of administrative documentation including time sheets, performance evaluations, expense reports, work schedules, job cost estimates, contractor coordination, project management and other job-related duties.

Wind Field Service Technician/Project Leader

NextEra Energy Resources
04.2014 - 08.2017
  • Completed repair or replacement activities to quickly restore functionality on wind turbine minor components including all generator components, gearboxes components, yaw drives and motors, pitch drives and motors, pitch cylinders and seals, pitch tubes.
  • Perform precision measurement, generator alignment, bearing replacement, torque checks, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting activities as required.
  • Attend regular safety meetings and follow appropriate company safety and environmental policies.
  • Reviewed, updated and created technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Streamlined service processes, documenting repair procedures and creating comprehensive reports for each job completed.
  • Operate, maintain, and manage utility truck, trailer and tool inventory.
  • Perform major component jobs. Including generator, gearbox, and main shaft replacement.
  • Lead numerous jobs beginning to end.
  • Training of wind technicians on all minor components.
  • Forklift certified.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
  • Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge base through ongoing training and certification programs, staying current with industry advancements.
  • Maximized operational efficiency by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of productivity while adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address unique challenges in the field, sharing expertise to develop innovative solutions.

Wind Technician/Lead Technician/Crew Lead

Evans Enterprises
07.2011 - 04.2014
  • Crew lead of one to four crew members.
  • Mentored new technicians as they joined the team by sharing technical knowledge gained from experience in the field.
  • Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications in repairs and maintenance of wind turbine generators.
  • Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting and testing of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
  • Maintained safety standards by adhering to strict protocols for equipment handling and repair procedures.
  • Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
  • Collaborated with other Crew Leads to share best practices, driving continuous improvement across teams.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Increased customer satisfaction, ensuring timely resolution of service requests through effective communication, problem-solving skills, consistently providing high-quality service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Supported continuous improvement efforts by providing valuable feedback on processes and equipment functionality to management.
  • Replacement of bearings, collector rings and ring box components including retro fit installs, rotor re-leads and all other generator parts and components.
  • Perform generator alignments.
  • Used hand tools, power tools and other specialized equipment to repair turbines.
  • Utilized hoists and lifts to access turbine components.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Monitored spare parts inventory and addressed shortages with purchasing personnel.
  • Climbing of Wind Turbines 60-100 meters.
  • Generator manufacturers worked on include: ABB 1.5/1.8/2.3, Hitachi, Hyphong, VEM, Winergy and Loher
  • Certifications include: Tower rescue, CPR, First Aid, AED, OSHA 10, NFPA 70E, Rigging and Hytorc operator/safety

Education

Basic Technician Training Certification - Wind Turbine Operation and Management

Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX
01.2011

Auto CAD Drafting Technician Certification - undefined

Moore Norman Technology Center
Norman, OK
01.2008

High School Diploma - undefined

Tascosa High School
Amarillo, TX
01.2006

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Staff training and development
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Project management
  • Contract management
  • Risk management
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Regional Outage Manager

NextEra Energy Resources
11.2024 - 05.2025

Project Manager / Contract Coordinator

NextEra Energy Resources
04.2022 - 11.2024

Wind Field Service Technician Leader

NextEra Energy Resources
08.2017 - 04.2022

Wind Field Service Technician/Project Leader

NextEra Energy Resources
04.2014 - 08.2017

Wind Technician/Lead Technician/Crew Lead

Evans Enterprises
07.2011 - 04.2014

Auto CAD Drafting Technician Certification - undefined

Moore Norman Technology Center

High School Diploma - undefined

Tascosa High School

Basic Technician Training Certification - Wind Turbine Operation and Management

Amarillo College

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