Luis Contreras
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
With a robust background at Deutsche Windtechnik Inc., I excel in leveraging skills like Siemens 2.3 and effective troubleshooting to enhance system performance and safety. My experience includes mentoring and achieving significant downtime reduction, showcasing my technical proficiency and leadership.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Technician
Deutsche Windtechnik Inc.
09.2021 - Current
- Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Diagnosed problems machines by applying technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
- Monitored and enforced safety measures to mitigate hazards.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through effective troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices to enhance their skills and knowledge base.
Tower Technician
Cooke Power
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
- Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.
- Eliminated unnecessary expenses by effectively troubleshooting faulty components before replacing them entirely.
- Safely climbed towers up to 400 feet high for regular maintenance tasks, minimizing potential hazards onsite.
- Major Components/ Large Correctives
Tower Climber
Rio Steel
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Coordinated maintenance and responded to repair calls for assigned sites.
- Performed thorough post-installation inspections to ensure proper equipment alignment, signal strength optimization, and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive project proposals that outlined scope, timelines, resource requirements, and potential risks for prospective clients.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills while troubleshooting complex technical issues related to wireless network connectivity in challenging environments.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair.
- Performed tower construction at heights of 2000 feet while maintaining focus on safety.
- Replaced light bulbs and coaxial cables.
- Calibrated and aligned components using scales, gauges and other measuring instruments.
- Installed, adjusted and repaired stationary and mobile radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communication systems.
Concrete Foreman
Shepherd Concrete LLC
06.2011 - 07.2015
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Coordinated effectively with subcontractors for seamless integration into larger construction projects.
- Cultivated a positive work atmosphere by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among crew members, leading to higher overall morale and job satisfaction.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Assisted in the development of accurate project bids, contributing to an increase in successful contract awards.
- Adapted concrete pouring and mixing plans to daily weather and climate.
- Ensured timely project completion through effective delegation of tasks and close monitoring of progress.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop detailed work schedules for efficient resource allocation.
Concrete Foreman
Procrete
10.2009 - 06.2011
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tulia High School
Tulia, TX05-2002
Skills
- Siemens 23
- Mitsubishi 24
- Mitsubishi 1000A
- Mitsubishi 1000
- Mitsubishi 600
- GE
- Suzlon
Timeline
Sr. Technician
Deutsche Windtechnik Inc.
09.2021 - Current
Tower Technician
Cooke Power
06.2018 - 09.2021
Tower Climber
Rio Steel
08.2015 - 03.2018
Concrete Foreman
Shepherd Concrete LLC
06.2011 - 07.2015
Concrete Foreman
Procrete
10.2009 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Tulia High School
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