Nathaniel Richardson
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Motivated Biomedical Equipment Technician to seek and maintain a full-time position. Successful in providing biomedical equipment and device installation, maintenance and repairs. Accomplished in carefully inspecting and calibrating equipment during the installation process. Talented in providing safe and functional equipment through safety tests and regular preventive maintenance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Biomedical Equipment Technician
US Med Equip
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting thorough preventive maintenance on biomedical devices.
- Improved patient safety by routinely inspecting and calibrating essential medical equipment for optimal functionality.
- Streamlined inventory management, maintaining accurate records of all medical equipment repairs and replacements.
- Established clear communication channels with vendors, enabling swift resolution of parts supply issues.
- Received hands-on training in calibration and repair of various medical devices, increasing proficiency in biomedical technology.
- Gained valuable experience in working with diverse teams, effectively communicating with colleagues to achieve project goals.
Wind Turbine Technician/Large Corrections
Simens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Large corrections and service maintenance.
- Experience in heavy construction and solar renewable energy.
- Assisted site supervisor with onsite tasks.
- Utilized and worked with SCADA to identify fault detection and diagnostics by monitoring performance in real-time, quickly identifying issues before becoming serious problems.
- Collected data from wind turbines such as wind speed and direction, battery charge levels, fault alarms, alarm codes, and interpreting them.
- Data was used to increase performance.
- Utilized AutoCAD for construction of two electrical substations.
- In close collaboration with civil and electrical engineering.
Balance of Plant Operator/Electrical Substation Technician II/ Technical Procedure Writer
Duke Energy and Renewable
01.2017 - 01.2020
- ..Certified technical procedure writer.
- Implemented standard procedure for specific projects, as well as revising and modifying existing operation manuals.
- Utilized GADS for NERC to collect information on performance of electrical generating equipment.
- Utilized and worked with SCADA to report faulted wind turbine generators.
- Worked at DER solar sites to gain thorough knowledge and experience.
- Conducted wire management of phases 1 & 2 solar farms.
- Utilized MS Visio as technical procedure writer to help technicians and engineers, visualized data in 2D format.
- Assisted senior technician in performing maintenance, provided on-call support 24/7 year-round or scheduled and unscheduled outages.
- Trained and operating as Technician Level 2.
- Quickly working towards Level 3 technician.
- Leading team working alongside Vestas and engineering in order to efficiently create sustainable savings.
- Lead other technicians by developing their knowledge with up-to-date Vestas wind energy technology.
- Thorough knowledge of Balance of Plant and Substation components and functions.
- Effectively solving issues with landowners by utilizing interpersonal skills.
- Promoting safety as number one priority inside and outside workspace.
Wind Turbine Technician II
Vestas Wind Energy and Technology North America
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Utilized and worked with SCADA to by remotely operating faulted wind turbine generators.
- Constructed and commissioned 125 Vestas V110 MKA,B,C platforms
- 2.0MW WTG's.
- Led a blade inspection team and inspected all 125 WTG blades alongside engineering and blade technicians.
- Comply with all safety and LOTO procedures and regulations with the customer and Vestas.
- Specialized in fleet-wide hydraulic/electrical components and found solutions for failures.
- Performed QAQC inspections alongside the customer and ensured quality service was performed.
- Crew lead, provided exceptional service, and preventative maintenance accident-free.
- Volunteered at other Vestas sites and led a team for major component replacement exposure.
- Served as LOTO level 3 specialist for High Voltage inspections and maintenance.
Wind Turbine Technician II
E.ON Climate and Renewable
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Monitored SCADA, collected shadow time and monitored live electrical power production and consumption.
- Troubleshoot solar power MET towers on a monthly basis.
- Extensive training as an operations technician on Vestas V-82 1.7MW platform.
- Performed quality troubleshooting and inspections of major components.
- Certified in substation LOTO and awareness.
- Up-to-date environmental awareness; bird migratory routes.
- Maintained stewardship of farmlands.
- Built strong relations with landowners.
- Trained on SAP program which enhanced the efficiency and cost savings by allocating work performed and parts consumed.
- High Voltage knowledge gained through hands-on training throughout the substation and WTG.
Wind Turbine Technician II
Vestas Wind Energy and Technology North America
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Trained on Vestas V100 MK 7 & 7H platforms 1.8MW.
- Performed exceptional service and preventative maintenance ensuring efficient power generation.
- Volunteered at other Vestas sites and as needed.
- Organized and took part in live safety rescue drill.
- Maintained excellent communication with Vestas EHS due to bird migratory routes.
EHS Site Coordinator/Wind Turbine Technician
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Trained on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries 2.4MW platform.
- Supervised blade exchanges, repair, and transport.
- Ensured safety of all personnel and established LOTO training practice for technicians.
- Provided and communicated importance of Environmental and Natural habitat such as protected wetlands and non-disturbance of wildlife.
- Executed safety audits on different work crews and corrective actions were implemented as needed.
Education
Associates of Biomedical Equipment Technology -
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX05.2023
Certificate of Wind Energy and Technology -
Texas State Technical College
Harlingen, TX06.2012
Bachelor of Arts in English and Communication Studies -
University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX05.2010
Skills
- Installations and repairs
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- OSHA Regulations
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
Timeline
Biomedical Equipment Technician
US Med Equip
06.2023 - 08.2023
Wind Turbine Technician/Large Corrections
Simens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2021 - 01.2022
Balance of Plant Operator/Electrical Substation Technician II/ Technical Procedure Writer
Duke Energy and Renewable
01.2017 - 01.2020
Wind Turbine Technician II
Vestas Wind Energy and Technology North America
01.2015 - 01.2017
Wind Turbine Technician II
E.ON Climate and Renewable
01.2014 - 01.2015
Wind Turbine Technician II
Vestas Wind Energy and Technology North America
01.2013 - 01.2014
EHS Site Coordinator/Wind Turbine Technician
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
01.2012 - 01.2013
Associates of Biomedical Equipment Technology -
Texas State Technical College
Certificate of Wind Energy and Technology -
Texas State Technical College
Bachelor of Arts in English and Communication Studies -
University of Texas Pan American