George Utter
Mount Vernon,WA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
End-User Computing Technician Level 1
Skagit Regional Health
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Responsible for staging, configuring, troubleshooting and resolving issues on a wide-variety of computing devices, including PCs, mobile devices, peripheral devices, printers, audio, visual, video and software applications for a new medical office building with multiple specialties
- Specific Duties: Install new application and system upgrades in an optimal manner to minimize the effect on current production activities
- Upgrade and installation of new computers, mobile devices and applications
- Conduct software application issue resolution
- Perform desktop moves
- Support end-user hardware and software related peripherals
- Create training materials and provide training to end-users.
- Completed job reports and logs immediately following service calls.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
Wind Turbine Field Technician
Turn Energy Maintenance LLC
04.2010 - 11.2012
- Performed independent Third-Party Operation and Maintenance of commercial wind turbines spanning across 6 states
- Developed working knowledge of equipment/components from multiple manufacturers including General Electric Renewable Energy, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Vestas Wind Systems, Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy, and wind farm operators like Iberdrola International
- Specialized in tasks requiring torque & tensioning base, flange, nasal, hub, and blade nuts & bolts with hydraulic pumps & jacks
- Read schematics to diagnose issues with both high voltage systems and low voltage components
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and hydraulic systems
- Participated in a collaborative team to overcome challenges and complete tasks with maximum efficiency.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostics of malfunctioning equipment, machinery, tools, and components.
- Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
- Utilized safety practices with no complaints or accidents.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals and schematics to understand systems design and operations.
- Adhered to safety protocols by implementing routine tests and ensuring accurate and safe equipment handling.
- Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
Owner / Operator
Geo Painting
03.2002 - 01.2010
- Successfully operated within residential, business and corporate environments
- Consulted with customers to create work proposals with itemized costs
- Collaborated with clients to ensure their vision is honored and expectations were met
- Mastered multiple methods of application for optimum paint application
- Managed a team of employees to ensure maximum output; satisfying competing customer demands and schedules
- Mentored junior members on best practices.
PC Recycle Coordinator
Zones Inc @ Mircrosoft
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Supported the hardware logistics for Microsoft across the Puget Sound region
- Recycled old CPUs and refurbished machines from old parts
- Liaised with hundreds of admins and end-users to create hardware delivery and removal schedules
- Ensured data security by wiping sensitive drives prior to disposal of equipment
- Managed a team of five members to accommodate the rapid spin-up of projects with tight timelines.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
- Inventoried and ordered office supplies to maintain availability of products.
Education
Wind Turbine Technician Safety & Technical Certificate -
Airstreams Renewables
03.2010
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA06.1990
High School Diploma -
Sedro Woolley High School
Sedro Woolley, WA 05.2001 - 05.1988
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
References
- Calley McCoy, Regional Director Technical Services, Skagit Regional Health, Mount Vernon, WA, 360-814-7511, CMcCoy@Skagitregionalhealth.org
- Heather Koegel, Manager, Technical Services, Skagit Regional Health, Mount Vernon, WA, 360-814-6211, hkoegel@skagitregionalhealth.org
- Jessica Guerrier, End User Computing Implementation Lead, Information Services, Skagit Regional Health, Mount Vernon, WA, 360-814-7239, JBurgin@Skagitregionalhealth.org
- Wendy Ragusa, Annual Fund Manager, Skagit Valley Hospital Foundation, Mount Vernon, WA, (360) 770-9906, Wragusa@SkagitRegionalHealth.org
- Bart Klett, Network and Telecommunications Engineer, Skagit Valley Hospital, Mount Vernon, WA, (425) 622-2399, Copicetic@hotmail.com
- Chelsea Jewell, Owner, Jewell Electric & RE/MAX Real Estate Broker, La Conner, WA, (360) 420-3126, Chelseatjewell@gmail.com
Timeline
End-User Computing Technician Level 1
Skagit Regional Health
08.2023 - 01.2024
Wind Turbine Field Technician
Turn Energy Maintenance LLC
04.2010 - 11.2012
Owner / Operator
Geo Painting
03.2002 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Sedro Woolley High School
05.2001 - 05.1988
PC Recycle Coordinator
Zones Inc @ Mircrosoft
01.1998 - 01.2002
Wind Turbine Technician Safety & Technical Certificate -
Airstreams Renewables
Skagit Valley College