Josh Kaltved
Estherville,IA
Summary
I am hard working, loyal, and an honest person with goals that I have placed for myself to succeed and settle for nothing less. I'm looking to work for a company that I can develop and excel to the very fullest.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator/Fabricator
Wiederhoeft Welding and Machine
05.2023 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas Americas
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements during regular meetings or training sessions.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- Performed quality audits of maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures.
Maintenance
AGCO Corporation
09.2018 - 07.2021
- General maintenance for the factory
- Working with paint line motors and PLC's
- Pneumatic work with drag lines
- Troubleshooting with electrical and pneumatic systems
Wind Turbine Technician
Sentry Electrical Group, Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2018
- Crew lead
- Certified in VLF testing
- Certified to install and maintain climb assist
- Terminated the HV cable in Vestas towers
CNC Lathe Setup/Operator
Art's Way
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Setup and ran lathes
CNC Lathe Support
Rosenboom Machine & Tools
05.2014 - 11.2014
- Setup lathes and mills
Education
Diploma -
Estherville Lincoln Central High School
Estherville, IA05.2005
Skills
Works well with others
Quick to learn new tasks
Operated many types of machines
Fiber laser, cnc lathes and mills, brake press, some welding, troubleshooting just to name a few
Certification
VLF testing, 02/01/18, 02/28/21
Timeline
Machine Operator/Fabricator
Wiederhoeft Welding and Machine
05.2023 - Current
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas Americas
08.2021 - 03.2022
Maintenance
AGCO Corporation
09.2018 - 07.2021
Wind Turbine Technician
Sentry Electrical Group, Inc.
07.2015 - 08.2018
CNC Lathe Setup/Operator
Art's Way
01.2015 - 07.2015
CNC Lathe Support
Rosenboom Machine & Tools
05.2014 - 11.2014
Diploma -
Estherville Lincoln Central High School
VLF testing, 02/01/18, 02/28/21
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