Michael Nuessle
Elgin,OR
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented technician with extensive experience at Calpine Corporation, excelling in complex repairs and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective troubleshooting and strong customer service skills. Adept at utilizing power tools and equipment while ensuring OSHA compliance in all tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution & Collections Tech
Clearlake Oaks County Water District
Clearlake Oaks, CA
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted with routine maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies promptly.
- Supported senior technicians in executing complex tasks efficiently.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
Service Technician
Jonas Energy Solutions
Lower Lake, CA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery, adhering to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues, improving response times and service quality.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and software for effective troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed records of service calls, enabling better tracking of recurring issues and proactive solutions implementation.
Field Maintenance Tech II (Welder/Mechanic)
Calpine Corporation
Middletown, CA
02.2011 - 12.2017
- Diagnosed and repaired malfunctioning equipment to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes and improve service delivery.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules, prioritizing critical repairs for operational continuity.
- Executed high-quality welding tasks on-site, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Operated advanced welding equipment, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime during projects.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail while performing precise measurements and cuts, ensuring a seamless fit of welded components.
- Safeguarded equipment longevity through regular cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of welding tools and machinery.
- Upheld stringent industry standards by consistently adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during all aspects of the welding process.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Kelseyville High School
Kelseyville, CASkills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Workload management
- OSHA compliance
- Safety Equipment
- Mechanical aptitude
- Complex Repairs
- Project management
- HVAC systems
- Mechanical tools
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Confined Space Rescue
- Confined Space Entry, Attendant, Supervisor trained
- Telehandler trained
- Aerial Man Lift (Straight, Articulating, and scissor lift)
- First aid & CPR
- Forklift
- Fall protection / Fall restraint
Certification
- 6G carbon steel pipe welding cert.
- 6G stainless steel pipe welding cert.
- Structural welding cert.
Timeline
Distribution & Collections Tech
Clearlake Oaks County Water District
02.2024 - 05.2025
Service Technician
Jonas Energy Solutions
01.2022 - 01.2024
Field Maintenance Tech II (Welder/Mechanic)
Calpine Corporation
02.2011 - 12.2017
Diploma - General Studies
Kelseyville High School