Gadiel Torres
Winter Haven
Summary
I am looking for opportunities that would help me in enhancing my skills, strengthening my knowledge and realizing my potential. Seeking a role that aligns with these aspirations and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Parr Combustion Turbines
02.2025 - Current
- Executed electrical commissioning tasks on combustion turbine systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning phases.
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Johnsonville Combustion Turbine Plant- Burns McDonnell
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Optimized performance of electrical systems by conducting comprehensive commissioning tests.
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Bushy Park Combustion Turbine Facility
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Executed electrical commissioning tasks on combustion turbine systems to ensure operational readiness.
Commissioning Tech/Start-up
Paradise TVA
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Writing detailed test specifications and reports
- Support qualification testing by generating test plans and carrying out tests using in house and outsourced test equipment and/or facilities if required.
- Worked closely with electrical equipment to improve the quality of a finished product.
- Troubleshoot electrical/electronic control circuits.
- Test and repair electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems
- Troubleshoot position sensors, control values, level transmitters, etc.
- Make necessary adjustments to equipment failures.
- Ensure state/federal electrical code requirements were always followed, as well as OSHA safety and regulations.
Electrical Testing Technician
Colbert TVA
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted test on electrical equipment and systems.
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics.
- Verify One-line and walk downs.
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects.
Electrical Testing Technician
Ball Hill Wind Farm
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Conducted test on electrical equipment and systems.
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics.
- Verify One-line and walk downs.
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects.
Commissioning Tech-Start up
Niles Energy Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted test on electrical equipment and systems.
- Writing detailed test specifications and reports
- Support qualification testing by generating test plans and carrying out tests using in house and outsourced test equipment and/or facilities if required
- Worked closely with electrical equipment to improve the quality of a finished product
- Troubleshoot electrical/electronic control circuits
- Test and repair electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems
- Troubleshoot position sensors, control values, level transmitters, etc.
- Make necessary adjustments to equipment failures
- Ensure state/federal electrical code requirements were followed at all times, as well as OSHA safety and regulations.
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Blue Water Detroit China Power Plant- Kiewit
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Enhanced safety protocols by inspecting, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems for proper functioning.
- Oversaw installation of electrical systems, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Analyzed system performance data to identify areas for improvement, driving proactive maintenance solutions.
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Hill Top Energy Center- Kiewit
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted electrical system tests to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during commissioning phases.
- Developed and implemented commissioning procedures to improve operational efficiency and safety protocols.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment operation and safety practices, enhancing team competency.
Commissioning Tech
Equinor Peregrino II Offshore
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked during the commissioning and startup of the offshore platform.
- Conducted test on electrical equipment and systems
- Writing detailed test specifications and reports
- Support qualification testing by generating test plans and carrying out tests using in house and outsourced test equipment and/or facilities if required
- Worked closely with electrical equipment to improve the quality of a finished product
- Troubleshoot electrical/electronic control circuits
- Test and repair electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems
- Troubleshoot position sensors, control values, level transmitters, etc.
- Make necessary adjustments to equipment failures
- Ensure state/federal electrical code requirements were followed at all times, as well as OSHA safety and regulations.
Electrical Testing Technician
Fairview Energy Center
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
Naheola Mill Biomass & Fuel
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
West Phoenix Power Plant
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Run Conduit
- Cable Tray
- Terminations
- Pull Wire
- Duct Bank
- Instrumentation tubing
Electrical Testing Technician
Birdsboro Power Project
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
Crystal River Energy Center
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
Cayuga Energy Center
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
Lackawanna Energy Center
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Switchyard acceptance testing
- Contact resistance and integrity of 230kv motor operated disconnects
- Breaker testing, transformer testing, Current transformers, Potential Transformers
- Functional Testing and loops
- Highlight AC and DC schematics
- Verify One-line and walkdowns
Electrical Testing Technician
Ontelaunee Energy Facility
04.2017 - 07.2017
- Run Conduit
- Cable Tray
- Terminations
- Pull Wire
- Duct Bank
- Instrumentation tubing
Electrical Testing Engineer
ICCS Lakewood, CO
04.2015 - 03.2017
Education
High School Diploma -
Francisco Zayas Santana
Villalba PR01-2024
Skills
- Extremely organized
- Team Leadership
- Strong, coordinating, planning and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure in time sensitive, fast paced environments
- Efficient and reliable
- Professional
- Multi-Tasker
- Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment
- Bilingual – Spanish/English
- Adapt easily to new concepts/responsibilities
- Complete set of quality tools
- Able to work with minimum supervision
- Fast learner
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Powerful negotiator
Timeline
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Parr Combustion Turbines
02.2025 - Current
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Johnsonville Combustion Turbine Plant- Burns McDonnell
11.2024 - 02.2025
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Bushy Park Combustion Turbine Facility
02.2024 - 11.2024
Commissioning Tech/Start-up
Paradise TVA
03.2023 - 11.2023
Electrical Testing Technician
Colbert TVA
01.2023 - 03.2023
Electrical Testing Technician
Ball Hill Wind Farm
09.2022 - 11.2022
Commissioning Tech-Start up
Niles Energy Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Blue Water Detroit China Power Plant- Kiewit
01.2021 - 03.2021
Electrical Commissioning Technician
Hill Top Energy Center- Kiewit
08.2019 - 12.2019
Commissioning Tech
Equinor Peregrino II Offshore
03.2019 - 08.2019
Electrical Testing Technician
Fairview Energy Center
01.2019 - 01.2019
Electrical Testing Technician
Naheola Mill Biomass & Fuel
12.2018 - 01.2019
Electrical Testing Technician
West Phoenix Power Plant
09.2018 - 12.2018
Electrical Testing Technician
Birdsboro Power Project
07.2018 - 09.2018
Electrical Testing Technician
Crystal River Energy Center
10.2017 - 07.2018
Electrical Testing Technician
Cayuga Energy Center
09.2017 - 10.2017
Electrical Testing Technician
Lackawanna Energy Center
08.2017 - 09.2017
Electrical Testing Technician
Ontelaunee Energy Facility
04.2017 - 07.2017
Electrical Testing Engineer
ICCS Lakewood, CO
04.2015 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Francisco Zayas Santana