Jared Richmond
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Proactive Traveling Wind Turbine Technician with extensive experience in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing Vestas platforms. Expert in coordinating communication for issue resolution and maintaining high standards through quality audits. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement and workplace safety. Ability to lead and train technicians on efficiently and safely completing various tasks. Excellent at creating a positive and proficient workplace culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
06.2023 - Current
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Develop and maintain courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Expedited issue resolution times by efficiently coordinating communication between field technicians, engineers, and supervisors regarding turbine performance anomalies or failures.
- Safely and properly replace and repair main components in various platform models within vestas.
- Work closely and efficiently with crane companies, engineers, and site managers to complete various main component replacements and issues.
- Troubleshoot, service, and replace/repair issues on multiple vestas platforms.
- Assist other technicians on properly finding work instructions, torque values, tooling lists, and safety regulations for multiple failure issues.
- Assist other technicians on completing task based certifications and sharing knowledge about the tasks at hand.
- Complete and approve LOTO for myself and other technicians to ensure safe and proper maintenance and repairs on multiple platforms.
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
11.2020 - Current
- Conducted systematic processes for identifying root cause of wind turbine component failures.
- Assisted in maintaining spare parts inventory levels for optimal availability while minimizing costs through careful ordering decisions based on usage trends and lead times.
- Contributed to overall site performance by assisting with balance-of-plant systems maintenance as needed.
- Ensured adherence to industry standards by staying updated on latest developments in wind turbine technology and best practices.
- Increased team productivity by providing training and guidance to new technicians joining the workforce.
- Performed quality audits of maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections of wind turbines to identify potential hazards and address them promptly.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns from site owners or operators regarding wind turbine performance or maintenance-related issues.
- Organized turbine data for testing, research and analysis.
- Managed work orders effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, resource availability, and potential impact on energy production.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations through proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials used in wind turbine operations.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- Streamlined repair processes by effectively diagnosing malfunctions using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, contributing to efficient tracking of maintenance activities and inventory management.
- Minimized work-related accidents by strictly following safety protocols during all maintenance tasks, including working at heights or confined spaces.
- Collaborated with other technicians for successful completion of major overhauls and component replacements on wind turbines.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventive maintenance on wind turbines according to established schedules and procedures.
- Maximized energy production through precise blade angle adjustments based on weather conditions and performance data analysis.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements during regular meetings or training sessions.
- Expedited issue resolution times by efficiently coordinating communication between field technicians, engineers, and supervisors regarding turbine performance anomalies or failures.
- Utilized hoists, cranes and lifts to access turbine components.
- Diagnosed problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.
- Followed work orders, technical drawings and procedures in delivering scheduled maintenance and service with minimal downtime.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Implemented and enforced role as site QSE and stock keeper to ensure a safe and clean work environment for everyone on site.
Lead Fence Installer
B&C Fence
02.2015 - 10.2020
- Coordinated with clients to discuss design preferences, materials, and scheduling requirements.
- Mentored junior installers in best practices for fence construction and maintenance tasks.
- Increased overall efficiency through effective organization of equipment storage areas improving accessibility.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication throughout each project.
- Trained new employees on installation techniques, tools, and company procedures to maintain consistently high performance standards.
- Optimized material usage by accurately estimating material needs for each installation project.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing high-quality fence installations and timely project completions.
- Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale fencing projects in a timely manner.
- Worked closely with other contractors on projects requiring coordination between multiple trades.
- Contributed to a positive company culture by consistently demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
- Quickly adapted to changing project requirements, maintaining productivity while accommodating client requests or unforeseen circumstances.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
South Plains College
Levelland, TX05-2019
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School
Lubbock, TX05-2013
Skills
- Energy Control Coordinator
- TBS Certifier
- Tech 3 / Loto 3
- Crane Caller
- Rigger
- Power Tools Usage
- Fall Protection Training
- Confined Space Entry
- Safety assessment
- Torqueing techniques
- Rigging Equipment
- Lockout-Tagout Procedures
- Equipment Installation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Hydraulic Systems Knowledge
- Schematics Reading
- Component Assembly
- Emergency Response Planning
- Transformer Maintenance
- Stress Tolerance
- Quality Control Inspections
- Electrical testing
- Gearbox Maintenance
- Fiber optic sensing
- Wind turbine technology
- Generator repair
- Environmental awareness
- Vibration analysis
- Crane Operation
- Generator testing
- Safety protocol adherence
- Blade inspection
- OSHA Compliance
- Technical Documentation
- Wind-powered system installation
- Performance Optimization
- Repair expertise
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Repair management
- Report Preparation
- Parts Inventory Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Construction safety
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- CPR Certification
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- GWO/ART Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Forklift Certification
- LOTO 3 Certification
- ECC Certification
- TBC Certifier Certification
- Crane Caller Certification
- Rigging Level 1 Certification
Timeline
Traveling Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
06.2023 - Current
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
11.2020 - Current
Lead Fence Installer
B&C Fence
02.2015 - 10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Coronado High School