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Claudio Ovalle

1123 Grandeur Dr. , Alamo

Summary

Active Wind Turbine Technician proficient in installing, inspecting, operating, and repairing wind turbines. Organized and proactive problem-solver with a passion for renewable energy. Excellent in wind farm construction and conducting preventive maintenance on wind turbine equipment. Ready for an exciting new challenge utilizing skills and experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technician II

Vestas Americas
Portland
11.2021 - Current
  • Operated wind turbine components during maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Earned CCO Rigger Certification, demonstrating compliance with national safety and rigging standards.
  • Responsible for verifying that all cranes on-site have current and valid certifications and inspection records.
  • Coordinate with operators, inspectors, and safety personnel to maintain equipment compliance and safety readiness.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Plan and coordinate daily work activities, adjusting schedules and priorities based on site conditions, equipment availability, and safety requirements.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety standards.
  • Maintained inventory of tools and parts essential for daily operations.
  • Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.

Top-Out Tower Lead

RES Global Renewable Energy Systems Americas
06.2019 - 10.2021
  • New Construction and repower
  • Served as lead rigger and signalperson on wind turbine installation projects, coordinating lifts and ensuring proper rigging practices.
  • Flagged crane movements and provided clear signals to operators to ensure safety and precision during component installation.
  • Connected large turbine components such as nacelles, blades, and towers using proper rigging and alignment techniques.
  • Collaborated with crane operators, engineers, and safety teams to maintain efficient workflows and meet project deadlines.

Skilled Laborer

Blattner Energy
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Performed repower work, replacing outdated components with upgraded systems on existing wind turbines to enhance efficiency and extend service life.
  • Installed new hubs, blades, gearboxes, generators, and other major components during turbine upgrades.
  • Tensioned and torqued critical fasteners on tower sections, hubs, and other structural components using calibrated hydraulic and electric tooling.
  • Ensured all connections met specified torque values and documentation requirements according to manufacturer guidelines and quality standards.

Laborer

Wanzek MasTec Company
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Operated heavy equipment to support wind turbine construction and installation activities.
  • Offloaded large wind turbine components (nacelles, blades, towers, etc.) from transport vehicles with precision and care.
  • Worked down tower preparing components for installation, ensuring proper alignment, cleanliness, and readiness.

Education

High School Diploma -

PSJA North Highschool
Pharr
05-2013

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Rigging techniques
  • Component installation
  • Torque specifications
  • Team coordination
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Inventory management
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Wind ID CO018972MX
  • Signalperson (SGP) CCO ID 555336523

Timeline

Technician II

Vestas Americas
11.2021 - Current

Top-Out Tower Lead

RES Global Renewable Energy Systems Americas
06.2019 - 10.2021

Skilled Laborer

Blattner Energy
09.2017 - 05.2019

Laborer

Wanzek MasTec Company
01.2016 - 08.2017

High School Diploma -

PSJA North Highschool

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