John Williams
Fountain,CO
Summary
Safety-conscious Army Veteran with excellent communication skills and an eye for detail seeking a long-term position in a company where I can build a successful career.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solar Panel Installer
Sunrun
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2022 - Current
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Installed solar panels safely in extreme hot and cold weather, in confined crawl spaces and on roofs of multi-story buildings.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Utilized hand tools and epoxy to safely splice cables.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Communicated with potential customers to provide product knowledge, set appointments and answer questions.
- Assembled solar modules, panels and support structures to maintain efficient installation, electrical configuration and system maintenance.
- Visually inspected and physically tested previously installed systems and modules to locate faults.
- Completed in-depth checks of wiring, grounds and termination integrity prior to completing work.
- Oriented systems to maximize solar access and optimize structural integrity.
- Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
- Calculated angles and courses and determined vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Traveling Technician
Skyclimber Renewables
Bridgeton, MO
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted in the repair and maintenance of wind turbines.
- Cleaned, maintained, calibrated and reported needed repairs of equipment.
- Ensure safety compliance.
- Review technical specifications and drawings related to wind turbines, ensuring conformance.
- Install, inspect and perform maintenance on company mechanical, electrical and hydraulic wind turbine components.
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Checked electrical components of wind systems with voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers and other devices to ensure equipment worked correctly.
Armed Security Guard
G4S Secure Solutions
Las Vegas, NV
12.2012 - 06.2020
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns, staying with the policies and procedures of G4S
- Provided first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel
- Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives providing them with whatever they needed
- Maintained safety by quickly responding to alarms and investigating disturbances
- Challenged suspicious individuals accessing restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry into the facility.
Infantry/Military Police
U.S. Army
04.2006 - 05.2012
- Provided security patrols to protect against incursion from unauthorized personnel, maintaining the safety of individuals on the base
- Provided security patrols of highly valuable aircraft, as well as component and design elements, ensuring the safety of all involved
- Investigated security issues involving domestic violence, assault and theft occurring on base among active military members
- Supervised and led a squad of 10 soldiers, setting a high standard of efficiency, loyalty and integrity in regard to the Army policies and procedures
- Trained personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution tactics for use in foreign and national negotiations
- Performed daily visual inspections on all military PPE equipment, ensuring that everything is functioning properly and can protect the individual using them.
Finish Carpenter
Smoky Hollow Construction
Pigeon Forge, TN
02.2000 - 11.2005
- Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
- Prepared wood for finishing by shaping and trimming components with hand and power tools.
- Kept worksites organized and tidy to reduce hazards.
- Promoted compliance with applicable federal, state and OSHA laws and regulations.
- Completed custom woodwork for customers based on specifications.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
Education
Inc. Renewable Energy & Communications Tower Technician Program -
Airstreams Renewables
Tehachapie, California08.2020
Associate of Arts - Visual Effects and Motion Graphics
Art Institute of Henderson
02.2020
Skills
- Equipment inspection
- Operational logistics
- Supervision
- Crisis Management Plans
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Quick thinker
- Wireless technology
- Team management
- Good under pressure
- Personable
- Inventory Oversight
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Alternative Energy
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Data Gathering and Analysis
- Repair Expertise
Certification
Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program, Certificate Authorized Climber and Rescue Certificate Level 1, Crane Rigging Certificate, American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Card, Signalperson Certificate, OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Card, Capstan Hoist Certificate, Electrical Safety Certificate, CADWELD, Certificate Fasteners, Torque, and Tension Certificate
Timeline
Solar Panel Installer
Sunrun
07.2022 - Current
Traveling Technician
Skyclimber Renewables
09.2020 - 07.2022
Armed Security Guard
G4S Secure Solutions
12.2012 - 06.2020
Infantry/Military Police
U.S. Army
04.2006 - 05.2012
Finish Carpenter
Smoky Hollow Construction
02.2000 - 11.2005
Inc. Renewable Energy & Communications Tower Technician Program -
Airstreams Renewables
Associate of Arts - Visual Effects and Motion Graphics
Art Institute of Henderson