Lee Decker
Abilene,TX
Summary
Skilled Solar Technician with background in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of solar energy systems. Possess strong understanding of photovoltaic (PV) system design principles and safety practices. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, technological aptitude, and commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Previous roles have consistently resulted in improved system efficiency and reduced downtime due to proactive maintenance protocols.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Solar Technician
RWE
Haskell, TX
09.2024 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing the daily activities related to both operations and maintenance at Alamo 7 Solar Farm, 112 MW.
- Performed electrical wiring of solar panels, inverters, and other components.
- Troubleshot issues with existing solar systems and repaired them as needed.
- Trained personnel on proper use and maintenance of solar equipment.
- Attended seminars and workshops related to advancements in the field of photovoltaics.
- Analyzed data collected from monitoring devices to identify areas needing improvement or repair.
- Maintained records detailing installation activities, repairs, inspections.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules for the upkeep of solar systems.
O&M Manager
Clearway Energy
Jayton, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Manage the day-to-day operations of two solar power plants for Clearway Energy, capable of producing 452 MW, and supervise 12 technicians.
- Prepared reports detailing O&M activities, progress, budget.
- Provided technical support for team members during system outages or malfunctions.
- Monitored daily operations and identified areas of improvement in O&M procedures.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance plans for all equipment.
- Drafted monthly budget proposals outlining cost estimates for upcoming projects.
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
Reliability Technician
Enel Green Power
Haskell, TX
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Substation advanced diagnosis and troubleshooting.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data acquired using a variety of condition monitoring technologies as part of a PM/PdM work strategy, including but not limited to: airborne/structure-borne ultrasound, vibration analyzers, infrared imaging cameras, drones, power quality analyzers, and electrical signature analysis tools.
- Audit work performed by site technicians that reasonably impacts the reliability of assets.
- Create and review technical documentation, specifications, operating procedures, and troubleshooting support for the equipment associated with the company's asset portfolio based on technical knowledge and interaction with local and international colleagues.
- Create notifications and work orders in SAP.
- Maintained records of all repairs, tests, and equipment calibrations in a timely manner.
Lead Solar Tech
Con Edison Clean Energy
Haskell, TX
12.2016 - 02.2021
- Responsible for overseeing the daily activities related to both operations and maintenance at Alamo 7 Solar Farm, 112 MW.
- Created weekly and monthly maintenance plans, and work orders.
- Demonstrated and promoted integrity, strong initiative, and a no-compromise focus on safety and quality of work on a continuous basis.
- Ability to read schematics to troubleshoot complicated mechanical, electrical, and substation components.
- Assisted in training new employees in proper installation techniques for different types of solar systems.
Trans. Grid Operator Level IV
Oncor Electric Delivery (TXU Energy/Luminant)
Dallas, TX
04.2005 - 11.2016
- Worked out of Oncor's Transmission Grid Management Center, maintained the largest section of the ERCOT Transmission Grid.
- Monitored voltage, load, VARs across the Oncor system, and adjusted as needed in accordance with NERC standards.
- Performed and created daily and emergency switching and work orders as needed.
Electrician
TX DOT
Odessa, TX
03.2003 - 03.2005
- Performed electrical work on streetlights and traffic signal controls throughout the district.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
I&E Tech
West Texas Utilities
Paint Creek, TX
03.1999 - 03.2003
- Performed electrical and instrumentation work at Paint Creek Power Station, which consisted of four gas-fired steam turbines.
- Provided operational support during peak season, and assisted on over 100 startups.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- The plant was closed in December 2002.
Journeyman Electrician
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
10.1994 - 03.1999
- Provided commercial and industrial electrical support throughout the campus.
- Completed a three-year, 6,000-hour OJT Electrical Apprenticeship, maintaining a 3.6 GPA in course study.
- Read blueprints or schematic diagrams to determine the layout of a particular job site.
Education
Certificate of Electrical Apprenticeship -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.1996
High School Diploma -
Haskell High School
Haskell, TX05.1992
Skills
- Working knowledge of RTAC controllers, protection relays, UPS systems, Automatic Transfer Switches, and Revenue Meters
- Working knowledge of Power BI, PI Vision, and other historical PI software
- Assisted with engineering support in SCADA installations and repairs
- MET Station, backup generators, and other plant control backups
- Fiber Testing and Repairs
- Proficient with multimeters, megger testers, and DLROs
- Ultrasound Level 1
- Thermography Level 1
- AVO Substation Battery Maintenance
- AVO Substation 1 and 2
- AVO Safety for Utilities
- AVO Battery Maintenance and Testing
- AVO Cable Fault Location and Tracing
- FLIR Thermal Studio
- FAA Drone 107 License
- Drone Training, Kansas State University
- NERC Transmission Operator
- ERCOT Systems Operator
- Journeyman Electrician
- TMEIC Inverter Certificate
- KACO Inverter Certificate
- Schneider Inverter Certificate
- SEL Virtual Courses
- NFPA 70B Certificate
Timeline
Senior Solar Technician
RWE
09.2024 - Current
O&M Manager
Clearway Energy
05.2023 - Current
Reliability Technician
Enel Green Power
04.2021 - 05.2023
Lead Solar Tech
Con Edison Clean Energy
12.2016 - 02.2021
Trans. Grid Operator Level IV
Oncor Electric Delivery (TXU Energy/Luminant)
04.2005 - 11.2016
Electrician
TX DOT
03.2003 - 03.2005
I&E Tech
West Texas Utilities
03.1999 - 03.2003
Journeyman Electrician
Texas Tech University
10.1994 - 03.1999
Certificate of Electrical Apprenticeship -
Texas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Haskell High School
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