Carter Schaff
WICHITA FALLS,TX
Summary
Adaptable and detail-focused, bringing solid foundation in electrical systems and mechanical maintenance. Knowledge of safety protocols and troubleshooting techniques, coupled with strong technical skills in diagnostics and repair. Committed to ensuring optimal performance and reliability in wind energy systems.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician
Pearce Renewables
07.2023 - Current
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair turbine equipment.
- 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.
- Optimized turbine performance by troubleshooting issues and implementing corrective measures in a timely manner.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections of wind turbines to identify potential hazards and address them promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, contributing to efficient tracking of maintenance activities and inventory management.
Tree Trimmer Trainee
Wright's Tree Services
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Reduced potential hazards by identifying and removing damaged or diseased limbs promptly.
- Maintained a clean, organized work site, demonstrating professionalism and respect for the property owners throughout each project''s duration.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with clients, addressing questions or concerns regarding the tree trimming process.
- Improved tree growth and aesthetics through skilled shaping techniques.
- Streamlined work processes for increased efficiency, implementing best practices for tree trimming and removals.
Telecommunication Laborer
Merdium Group
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Kept track of safety compliance in order to maintain high standards and keep team members safe
- Cleaned and repaired equipment according to site-specific schedules to maintain performance
- Prepared job sites efficiently by clearing debris and setting up materials and tools
- Worked quickly and accurately to ensure that production standards were met on a consistent basis
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers
- Operated equipment such as forklifts, Bucket trucks, different types of excavators, Trencher, as well as a Hydrovac
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of the project preparations
Circuit Board Wiring
Shermco Industries Inc
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked Long hours on weekdays
- Kept knowledge of safety requirements and policies up to date on a regular basis
- Looked at building schematics to figure out where wiring and equipment should go
- Used hand tools like fabricating custom and replacement parts according to specifications
- Used my trade tool knowledge and ability to read and follow blueprints and wiring plans to complete projects
- Installed conduit, wire, power distribution, and motor controls in an electrical system
- Transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches, and circuit breakers were among the electrical hardware I installed and wired
- Looked at electrical systems, equipment, and components to see if there were any hazards, flaws, or repairs that needed to be made
Education
High School -
Wichita Christian School
Wichita Falls, TX12.2021
Circuit Board Wiring -
Shermco Industries Inc
Wichita Falls, TX10.2021
Skills
- Electrical Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and Detailed Oriented
- Fall Protection Training
- Torquing techniques
- Lockout-Tagout Procedures
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Schematics Reading
- Safety assessment
Certification
- Working at Heights Certification - Global Wind Organisation (GWO).
- Advanced Rescue Training Certification - Global Wind Organisation (GWO).
- Osha 10 hour Construction Safety and Health
- Basic First Aid Cal/OSHA
- Bloodborne Pathogens - Cal/OSHA
- Crane Safety
- CPR/AED Certification
- Fall Protection Awareness = Cal/OSHA
- Fire Safety - Cal/Osha
- Confined Spaces - OSHA
- Hand and Power Tool Safety - Cal/OSHA
- Hazardous Waste Awareness (RCRA)
- Heat Stress in the Workplace - Cal/OSHA
- Industrial Ergonomics - Cal/OSHA
- Ladder Safety Cal/OSHA
- Arc Flash and Electrical Safety Best Practices (NFPA 70E 2024 Edition)
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
Pearce Renewables
07.2023 - Current
Tree Trimmer Trainee
Wright's Tree Services
10.2022 - 03.2023
Telecommunication Laborer
Merdium Group
01.2022 - 08.2022
Circuit Board Wiring
Shermco Industries Inc
08.2021 - 10.2021
Circuit Board Wiring -
Shermco Industries Inc
- Working at Heights Certification - Global Wind Organisation (GWO).
- Advanced Rescue Training Certification - Global Wind Organisation (GWO).
- Osha 10 hour Construction Safety and Health
- Basic First Aid Cal/OSHA
- Bloodborne Pathogens - Cal/OSHA
- Crane Safety
- CPR/AED Certification
- Fall Protection Awareness = Cal/OSHA
- Fire Safety - Cal/Osha
- Confined Spaces - OSHA
- Hand and Power Tool Safety - Cal/OSHA
- Hazardous Waste Awareness (RCRA)
- Heat Stress in the Workplace - Cal/OSHA
- Industrial Ergonomics - Cal/OSHA
- Ladder Safety Cal/OSHA
- Arc Flash and Electrical Safety Best Practices (NFPA 70E 2024 Edition)
High School -
Wichita Christian School
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