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Curtis Davis

Waco,TX

Summary

With a proven track record of leadership honed through years of service in the United States Marine Corps, I bring a disciplined approach and diverse skill set to the energy industry, adept at leading multifunctional teams to success. With over 4 and a half years of experience in wind turbine operations and maintenance, and a strong understanding of electrical theory and troubleshooting techniques, I have consistently maintained high levels of safety and reliability in my work. As an Senior wind technician and Safety Mentor, I have supervised teams and contributed to building a strong safety culture, reducing turbine downtime, and overall operational costs, always seeking new opportunities to grow and leverage my skills and experience in a dynamic team environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Wind Technician

NextEra Energy Partners
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintained optimal performance of underground transmission systems, wind field substations, fiber optic sensing and control systems.
  • Conducted systematic processes for identifying root cause of wind turbine component failures.
  • Assisted with establishing processes and procedures for newly created facilities.
  • Diagnosed and fixed 2.8 and 2.3 MW wind turbines that shut down unexpectedly or fail to operate correctly.
  • Directed 50+ major component replacement projects, partnering with contract teams to execute crane operations on down units safely, on time, and within budget, minimizing downtime and maximizing site productivity as contract coordinator.
  • Provided multi-site operational support across several states, ensuring safe and timely restoration of down units to minimize downtime across the wind fleet.

Associate Wind Site Manager

NextEra Energy, Inc.
03.2021 - 09.2024
  • Responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing wind turbines and components while reviewing manuals and schematic diagrams, performing planned maintenance.
  • Managed critical tasks as the coordinator for contractors during significant component repair and replacement, overseeing the simultaneous activities of multiple contractor teams on-site.
  • Facilitated the seamless execution of blade replacements and repairs for more than 20 wind turbines.
  • Actively engage in the Nextera quality program, contributing to the enhancement of overall cost efficiency at White Mesa by approximately $75,000 annually.
  • Certified TSL trainer responsible for conducting regular annual and monthly training sessions, providing essential instruction to a team of 10 technicians and supporting adjacent sites.
  • Holds certification in feeder switching to provide essential support to the high voltage team within the designated area.
  • Served as a qualified reliever during periods of management absence, ensuring seamless operations and continuity in decision-making processes.
  • Selected as a candidate for the Leadership Development Program, demonstrating strong potential and leadership qualities

Sergeant

USMC
03.2017 - 03.2021
  • Managed daily operations, enforced policies, trained team members, and utilized their leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Responsible for managing $8M worth of military equipment, including maintenance, timely repairs, and proper storage, using strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Successfully completed the HMARS Gunners Course with the responsibility of inputting critical information for precise rocket launches.

Apprentice Electrician

Adams Electric
10.2015 - 03.2017
  • Assisted Electrical Journeyman in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and construction of industrial electrical equipment and systems found in an industrial environment, all while following company, client, safety and regulatory requirements and completing all ABC apprentice testing requirements.
  • Assisted in the installation of electrical systems, spanning residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural settings, and specialized in 1000kW backup generator installations.

Education

High School Diploma - Renewable Energy & Communications Tower Technician

Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
Camp Pendleton

High School Diploma - Electrical Trade

Midwest Technical Institute
Brownsburg, IN

GE 2.X Basics Certificate, GE Advanced Troubleshooting Certificate

General Electric Renewable Learning Center

TSL Training Instructor Certificate

TSL Learning Center

Skills

  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Blade inspection
  • Confined space entry
  • Schematics interpretation

Accomplishments

  • Completed extensive TSL training and delivered 50+ classes on rescue procedures and safe work practices.
  • Served as a Safety Mentor for Nextera energy resources and Nextera energy partners for 4.5 years, leading multiple teams with a strong record of zero injuries.
  • Fostered high morale and consistent peer support through effective leadership and safety culture development.
  • Oversaw Sarbanes-Oxley compliance as Inventory Manager, successfully tracking and managing $2.3M+ in assets across multiple wind sites.
  • Completed Leadership Development Program, enhancing leadership and operational management skills.
  • Assumed responsibility for daily oversight of team performance and wind site operations.

Certification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid - American Red Cross
  • 10-Hour Construction Safety - OSHA Safety Training Institute
  • Electrical Safety Technician - National Fire Protection Association
  • Cad Welding - Midwest Technical Institute
  • Authorized Climber/Rescuer
  • Torque and Tension
  • Level 1 Crane Rigging
  • Borescope

Timeline

Senior Wind Technician

NextEra Energy Partners
09.2024 - Current

Associate Wind Site Manager

NextEra Energy, Inc.
03.2021 - 09.2024

Sergeant

USMC
03.2017 - 03.2021

Apprentice Electrician

Adams Electric
10.2015 - 03.2017

GE 2.X Basics Certificate, GE Advanced Troubleshooting Certificate

General Electric Renewable Learning Center

TSL Training Instructor Certificate

TSL Learning Center

High School Diploma - Renewable Energy & Communications Tower Technician

Airstreams Renewables, Inc.

High School Diploma - Electrical Trade

Midwest Technical Institute