Wind Turbine Technician
Ethan Waldner
TAKKION
Sioux Falls,SD
9
years of professional experience
6
Certification
Dedicated and hardworking professional with hands-on experience in both the wind energy and pipe industries. Known for a strong work ethic, reliability, and a high level of motivation to get the job done right. Brings a solid understanding of industrial operations, safety protocols, and teamwork in demanding environments. Committed to continuous improvement and ready to take on new challenges.
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician
3 Years 3 Months- 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.
- Used hand tools, power tools and other specialized equipment to repair and maintain turbines.
- Utilized hoists, cranes and lifts to access turbine components.
- Inspected, adjusted and restored fiberglass turbine blades to enhance performance.
Ground Laborer
5 Years 6 Months- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and calculating required materials for each project, minimizing waste.
- Maintained high-quality standards through consistent attention to detail while fitting pipes according to building code requirements.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Achieved zero leaks on completed installations, meticulously testing and adjusting systems as needed.
Car Detailer
2 Years 3 Months- Utilized effective time management skills to balance multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality or efficiency.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Completed timely and thorough car details for increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing specific concerns or requests during the detailing process.
Skills
Power tools usage
Fall protection training
Confined space entry
Safety assessment
Lockout-tagout procedures
Torqueing techniques
Rigging equipment
Renewable energy
Hazardous materials handling
Electrical troubleshooting
Schematics reading
Emergency response planning
Electrical testing
Wind turbines
Gearbox maintenance
Crane operation
Blade inspection
OSHA compliance
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Reliability
Critical thinking
CPR certification
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA30
- CPR
- EQW
- FORKLIFT
- GWO
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
TAKKION
07.2023 - CurrentRead More
Ground Laborer
605 Company’s
01.2018 - 07.2023Read More
Car Detailer
Frankman Motor
02.2016 - 05.2018Read More