Marcus Lindemann
Senior Technical Instructor
Gresham,OR
Summary
Motivated advanced technical Instructor with integrated technology expertise provides classroom atmosphere conducive to continuous learning and technician retention. Demonstrated experience and success teaching adult learners. Promotes technicians success through timely communication, growth-based feedback and strategy implementation that meet student needs.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Technical Instructor
Vestas American Wind Technology
08.2016 - Current
- Mentored new instructors for successful development of their teaching skills and techniques.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies such as flipped classrooms or blended learning models to maximize learner engagement.
- Streamlined training processes for better efficiency, resulting in improved knowledge retention among participants.
- Conducted post-training evaluations to measure success, implementing necessary adjustments for future courses.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and relevance of course content.
- Improved overall team performance by identifying skill gaps and recommending targeted training interventions.
- Evaluated participant progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Developed customized training solutions for clients, addressing specific organizational needs and challenges.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards through regular curriculum updates and alignment with certification requirements.
- Increased satisfaction through personalized coaching sessions tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Observed and evaluated technicians work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Taught and educated over 1500 technicians since record keeping started in 2018. Probably over 2500 technicians in total in 15 years of teaching
Senior Technical Instructor
Senvion
07.2009 - 05.2016
- Mentored junior instructors for successful development of their teaching skills and techniques.
- Conducted post-training evaluations to measure success, implementing necessary adjustments for future courses.
- Managed scheduling, logistics, and resources for efficient delivery of training programs across multiple locations.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure the accuracy and relevance of course content.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by actively participating in conferences, seminars, and industry events to stay current with evolving trends in technical training.
- Evaluated participant progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
Technical Commissioner
Senvion
05.2005 - 06.2009
- Commissioning of over 150 of Senvion MM92,MM82 across the world. Assigned to several subsidiaries all over the world (Europe, USA, Australia, China and Japan)
- Commissioning of the Windfarm SCADA network
- Establishing Company - Customer relations.
- Preparing new hires to train them on functions of the platform, how to service and troubleshoot them.
- Switching of High Voltage Components
- Monitored compliance with legal requirements, minimizing potential liabilities for the organization.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, effectively resolving issues and mitigating risks.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Field Service Technician
Senvion
08.2002 - 05.2005
- Servicing and maintenance on the Senvion Megawatt fleet (1.5MW to 6MW)
- Facilitated smooth installations, ensuring proper setup and configuration of new equipment at customer sites.
- Minimized operational costs through efficient inventory management of spare parts and tools needed for field service activities.
- Strengthened relationships with customers by understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Enhanced system performance through troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex electronic and mechanical systems.
- Provided hands-on training to junior technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing prompt and efficient on-site support for technical issues.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions with clients, consistently receiving positive feedback for exceptional service.
- Continuously expanded knowledge base through ongoing training and certification programs, staying current with industry advancements.
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification of potential issues during regular site visits and routine inspections.
- Improved equipment uptime by conducting regular preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
Education
Master Craftsman For Renewable Energies - Industrial Mechatronics For Renewable Energies
OffTech Base GmbH & Co
Enge Sande, Germany 04.2010 - 07.2013
Journey Man For Mechatronics - Mechatronics For Renewable Energies
BfW Husum
Husum, Germany 08.2002 - 01.2005
Skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Multicultural Sensitivity
Interpersonal relationship building
Adaptive Teaching Methods
Advanced Technical Knowledge
Continuous Improvement Mindset
Training delivery
Technical training
Interpersonal Communication
Team Collaboration
Bilingual in German and English
Hobbies
- Going to the movies with my family, at least once a week
- Movies in general
- Everything pop-cultural (comics, video games, fantasy, Sci-Fi etc)
- Judo, 2nd degree Black belt, studying this sport since 35+ years)
- Comic-cons
- Crossplay (Dressing up as famous Pop.cultural icons) for comic con
- Occasional performing as a drag artist
- Reading (right now I am re-reading all the Stephen King books in its original, English versions. Just read the German translations).
- Discovering new places to eat
- Scotland
Timeline
Senior Technical Instructor
Vestas American Wind Technology
08.2016 - Current
Master Craftsman For Renewable Energies - Industrial Mechatronics For Renewable Energies
OffTech Base GmbH & Co
04.2010 - 07.2013
Senior Technical Instructor
Senvion
07.2009 - 05.2016
Technical Commissioner
Senvion
05.2005 - 06.2009
Field Service Technician
Senvion
08.2002 - 05.2005
Journey Man For Mechatronics - Mechatronics For Renewable Energies
BfW Husum
08.2002 - 01.2005