Manuel Melendez
Weslaco
Summary
Wind Turbine Technician with nearly two years of field experience specializing in blade inspection, composite repair, and safety-driven turbine operations. OSHA 10 and NFPA 70E trained with GE Wind certifications in hazardous materials, emergency response, and site induction. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability in traveling roles, and a consistent commitment to quality, safety, and team success.
Driven professional with many years of experience in completing maintenance and service work to support upkeep and repair needs of turbine equipment. Expert in testing, troubleshooting, and revamping internal systems to complete repairs. Research-oriented in reading service manuals for instructions on testing and procedures to deliver quality services on various types of wind turbines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician - Blade Repair
Tech Wind Services
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Conducted detailed blade inspections and damage assessments on utility-scale wind turbines
- Executed composite repairs including grinding, fiberglass lay-up, resin application, curing, and finishing
- Performed leading edge erosion repairs to restore blade aerodynamic performance
- Followed OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards while working at heights and around energized systems
- Supported preventive maintenance and turbine service activities as assigned
- Accurately documented repairs, materials used, and site conditions for supervisors and clients
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Charter Communications
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed high-volume inbound customer calls while maintaining professionalism and service quality
- De-escalated complex situations and resolved service, billing, and account concerns
- Met or exceeded performance metrics related to call quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
- Mentored peers and supported team operations through knowledge sharing and coaching
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Blade Inspection & Composite Repair
- Leading Edge Repair
- Fiberglass & Resin Lay-Up
- Surface Preparation & Finishing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical & Electrical Awareness
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Crane, Derrick & Hoist Safety
- Working at Heights
- Rope Access Awareness
- Power & Hand Tools
- Job Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Customer & Client Communication
- Blade inspection
- Composite repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Crane and rigging operations
Additional Information
Valid driver's license, Travel-ready, Bilingual (English & Spanish)
Willing To Travel
Nationwide
Certifications And Safety Training
- OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training - General Industry, 2025
- NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2024
- Crane, Derrick & Hoist Safety, 2025
- GE Wind - Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace
- GE Wind - Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response
- GE Wind - EHS Overview for Field Services
- GE Vernova Wind - Site Induction (Part 1)
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician - Blade Repair
Tech Wind Services
02.2024 - 12.2025
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Charter Communications
11.2021 - 02.2024