Gabriel Valles
Amarillo,Texas
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 in Crane Operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Major Component Tech/CDL/Liftra Operator
TAKKION
Sioux Falls, SD
12.2023 - Current
- Performed Gearbox Swaps & Main Bearing & Full drive train swaps on GE 1x towers
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Only CDL holder in the crew & would drive LSHC site to site and sometimes the other trailers as well if the next site was close.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Resolved service requests by individually troubleshooting and addressing user issues.
- Organized tooling and all Liftra Equipment to the best of my ability to help with production and organization.
Major Component Tch/CDL Driver/ Liftra Operator
RWE
Abilene , TX
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Main Bearing Swaps & Gearbox Swaps on GE 1X/2X and Siemens Towers
- Performed Rotor Drops On GE towers to swap main bearing
- Disassembled malfunctioning parts and replaced them with new ones.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical systems including wiring, controls, sensors and generators.
- Performed regular lubrication of machinery to ensure optimal operation.
- Inspected, maintained and repaired wind turbine components in accordance with safety procedures.
Major Component Exchange Technician & Crane Op.
NGC Transmissions
Fort Worth, TX
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Gearbox Exchange on 1x & 2x GE Turbines with a 1200-2 Liftra Self Hoisting Crane
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Repaired various systems by restoring electrical, mechanical and hydraulic functions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
- Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Major Component Exchange Technician & CDL Driver
Liftra
Cincinnati, OH
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Gearbox Exchange With a 1000 Liftra Self Hoisting Crane on 1x GE platforms
- Assessed and corrected maintenance, installation, production, quality and design concerns.
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
CDL Class A Driver & CDL Class
Stevens Transport
Fort Worth, TX
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Wind Turbine Technician & Site Quality Coordinator
General Electric Company
Friona, TX
03.2021 - 02.2022
- My primary focus was to keep the turbines running. Anything from reboots, grease maintenance, torque maintenance , swapping pitch motors and bearings etc.. on 96 GE 2.3 MW Turbines
- My second title was Site Quality Coordinator, I was in charge of inventory and grease/oil samples. Was also overlooking the quality of any work done on towers making sure it was done correctly.
- Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
- Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
- Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
Lead For Top Off
Wood
Pratt, KS
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Lead a ground crew for the assembly of 58 V-110's
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
Foreman For Top OFF
Kiewit
Watertown, SD
05.2020 - 10.2020
- I oversaw the project of 117 GE towers as a foreman for a top-off crew.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Increased productivity by improving employee morale and cross-functional communications.
- When on stand by in top off we would assist base mid crew and rotor build.
- Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek
Ponca City, OK
09.2019 - 05.2020
- New Construction Installation on Nordex Towers
- Flagging Cans, Nacelles, Blades, etc..
- Cleaned vehicles, trailers and equipment after use to keep each looking professional.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols and equipment procedures.
Lead & Trainer
Kiewit
Paulding, OH
11.2018 - 09.2019
- New construction Installation of V-136 & V-150 turbines
- Trained And Assisted the New employees & Crews with the installation of the turbines from tooling, torque specs, and following proper installation procedures and how to make picks.
- Lead Drive Train Installation and preparation of nacelle
- Once all of installation was complete went to assist MCC crew.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek
Mathis, TX
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Installed GE 2.3 turbines
- Assisted with rotor builds (flagging, torquing, E-palm etc.)
- Installed cans, nacelles , Rotors
- Assisted with crane build & crane break downs
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palo Duro High School
01.2012
Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Planning & Organizing
- Training & Development
- Supervision & Leadership
Additional Information
- Kiewit Superintendent contact info : Matthew Dominguez : (956)-398-7094
- Foreman At Wood : Joshua Conner : (325)-829-5658
- Supervisor At RWE : Tanner Schnoor : (325)-261-2082
- Suoervisor At Wanzek : Timothy Wheeler : (661)-379-5403
Certification
NordexWanzekWanzek
- CDL - Class A : DL # 36214408
- Liftra Crane Certification for 1200 (can send upon request)
- GWO
- NFPC 70
- First Aid & CPR
- Working At Heights
Timeline
Major Component Tch/CDL Driver/ Liftra Operator
RWE
07.2024 - 12.2024
Major Component Tech/CDL/Liftra Operator
TAKKION
12.2023 - Current
Major Component Exchange Technician & Crane Op.
NGC Transmissions
10.2022 - 07.2023
Major Component Exchange Technician & CDL Driver
Liftra
04.2022 - 10.2022
CDL Class A Driver & CDL Class
Stevens Transport
02.2022 - 04.2022
Wind Turbine Technician & Site Quality Coordinator
General Electric Company
03.2021 - 02.2022
Lead For Top Off
Wood
10.2020 - 03.2021
Foreman For Top OFF
Kiewit
05.2020 - 10.2020
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek
09.2019 - 05.2020
Lead & Trainer
Kiewit
11.2018 - 09.2019
Wind Turbine Technician
Wanzek
08.2017 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Palo Duro High School
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