Karim Vaquero
Carbondale,PA
Summary
Insight technicain professional with outstanding background in assessing and troubleshooting issues to determine best solutions. Capable problem-solver skilled in testing equipment and reading technical information to repair electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems to improve and restore turbine functions. Thorough in delivering quality results by following established procedures to bring wind turbines back up to maximum performance levels and with long-term functionality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Conducted systematic processes for identifying root cause of wind turbine component failures.
- Organized turbine data for testing, research and analysis.
Wind Turbine Technician
General Electric Company
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with other technicians for successful completion of major overhauls and component replacements on wind turbines.
- Gathered information regarding wind turbine performance for use in professional assessments and submitted detailed reports.
- Corrected issues with mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, enhancing performance, and reducing recurrence of maintenance issues.
- Used hand tools, power tools and other specialized equipment to repair and maintain turbines.
- Minimized risks and incidents by strictly adhering to regulations, safety rules and codes.
- Maintained optimal performance of underground transmission systems, wind field substations, fiber optic sensing and control systems.
Meteorologist
United States Marine Corps
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Improved weather forecasting accuracy by utilizing advanced meteorological tools and data analysis techniques.
- Analyzed and interpreted meteorological data collected by surface and upper-air stations, satellites and radar to develop reports and forecasts.
- Maximized operational efficiency by providing technical guidance on equipment maintenance and calibration procedures.
Education
No Degree - Renewable Energy
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
Tehachapi, CA03.2021
High School Diploma -
Yonkers Riverside High School
Yonkers, NY06.2020
Skills
- Lockout-Tagout Procedures
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Schematics Reading
- Blueprint Interpretation
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
• Level 1 Crane Rigging Certificate
• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Card
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Card
• Capstan Hoist Certificate
• Electrical Safety Certificate
• CADWELD Certificate
• Fasteners, Torque, and Tension Certificate
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas
07.2023 - Current
Wind Turbine Technician
General Electric Company
01.2021 - 06.2023
Meteorologist
United States Marine Corps
06.2017 - 06.2021
No Degree - Renewable Energy
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
High School Diploma -
Yonkers Riverside High School
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