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Garrett Powell

Lead Service Coordinator/Technician
Corpus Christi,TX

Summary

Organized Lead Service Coordinator/Technician with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete time sensitive work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Clear and precise communication skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Services Coordinator/Senior Lead Technician

Siemens Energy
12.2021 - Current
  • Organize daily activities and technician assignments utilizing developed maintenance planner
  • Lead a team of technicians to successfully complete projects within deadline, ensuring high-quality results
  • Monitore SCADA systems and dispatch teams for corrective work from data interpretation
  • Reduce equipment failure rates through diligent preventive maintenance procedures, minimizing downtime costs
  • Coordinate individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge
  • Maintain up to date and accurate inventory through detailed receiving, cataloging and parts ordering
  • Ensure compliance with industry safety standards through rigorous inspection and testing protocols, maintaining a safe work environment for all employees
  • Develop maintenance strategies and schedules
  • Schedule and coordinate major component replacements such as gearboxes , main bearings and transformers on 3.4MW wind turbines
  • Travel to other company operated wind energy generation sites to assist in troubleshooting and site leadership as needed
  • Conduct interviews for potential new site employees
  • Complete monthly labor hour and availability reports
  • Monitor job site health and trends and implement corrective actions
  • Conduct performance reviews utilizing positive reinforcement and clear expectations
  • Conduct field safety audits to ensure proper LOTO procedures are implemented
  • Maintain calibrated tooling /equipment / PPE and schedule annual calibration services
  • Collaborate with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals
  • Enhance customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally
  • Manage project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones are met and deadlines are adhered to
  • Boost team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns
  • Organize and maintain project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions

Service Technician

Siemens Energy
12.2019 - 12.2021
  • Carried out routine maintenance tasks while utilizing appropriate documentation, checklists, and reporting, to maintain efficiency, accuracy, and safety
  • Performed basic & advanced troubleshooting on an as needed basis
  • Developed intuitive step by step procedures to be distributed to affiliated wind farms
  • Assisted in R&D for engineering teams
  • Traveled to affiliated wind farms to aid in critical troubleshooting, and to train site technicians on specific skilled tasks
  • Took on numerous leadership responsibilities in the absence of site management
  • Assisted in heavy lift projects
  • Maintained up to date trainings and certificates

Lead Wind Turbine Site Technician 

Gemini Energy Services
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Carried out daily duties as the third party lead technician to oversee and ensure a safe work environment
  • Assisted SGRE Technicians in the commissioning phase for G132 3.4 MW turbines
  • Troubleshot various faults on G132 turbines as needed
  • Replaced key components when found defective including yaw drives/motors, Balluff sensors, IGBTs, and Skiip modules
  • Performed routine maintenance to include torquing and tensioning and transformer room inspection
  • Participated in focused training from advanced technicians from SGRE
  • Performed catalog and inventory counts regarding incoming and outgoing parts

Traveling Lead Wind Turbine Technician

Gemini Energy Services
07.2018 - 11.2018
  • Maintained open communication with project manager regarding daily responsibilities and tasks to be completed as the third part lead technician
  • Delegated tasks to fellow technicians and oversaw that appropriate safety measures were always followed
  • Kept track of tools and parts required and replenished as needed
  • Performed retrofits to include automatic lubricators, fire detection systems and vibration monitors

Inventory Specialist/ Merchandise Lead

Best Buy
10.2010 - 06.2018
  • Completed and maintained accurate inventory count
  • Analyzed inventory shrinkage trends
  • Managed and trained new hires to include SOP's and safety
  • Performed weekly inspections to ensure store productivity and overall functionality
  • Delivered and installed appliances to customer homes 

MECP Installer

Best Buy
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Installed audio equipment to include automotive stereos, amps capacitors, batteries ,remote starters and alarms
  • Experienced in interpreting multiple vehicle wiring diagrams
  • Performed a variety of diagnostic testing to troubleshoot automotive electrical systems
  • Participated in ongoing company training in regard to new product knowledge and technology
  • Implemented fiberglass fabrication as needed to complete an install

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Pinnacle Career Institute
Kansas City, MO
08.2017 - 07.2018

Skills

Problem-solving

MS office/Excel

Data entry

Adaptability and flexibility

Project management

Report writing

Team leadership

Timeline

Services Coordinator/Senior Lead Technician

Siemens Energy
12.2021 - Current

Service Technician

Siemens Energy
12.2019 - 12.2021

Lead Wind Turbine Site Technician 

Gemini Energy Services
12.2018 - 12.2019

Traveling Lead Wind Turbine Technician

Gemini Energy Services
07.2018 - 11.2018

Some College (No Degree) -

Pinnacle Career Institute
08.2017 - 07.2018

MECP Installer

Best Buy
01.2012 - 12.2015

Inventory Specialist/ Merchandise Lead

Best Buy
10.2010 - 06.2018
Garrett PowellLead Service Coordinator/Technician