Nicholas Cilley
Lakeland
Summary
Dynamic operations and maintenance professional with over 20 years of experience in the City of Lakeland and Lakeland Electric, dedicated to becoming an invaluable asset to any organization. Committed to delivering exceptional support and ensuring optimal utility functionality while actively seeking advancement into supervisory or management roles. Recognized for strong communication skills and adaptability, consistently providing effective solutions that enhance reliability and workforce efficiency. Proven track record in managing operational systems, improving efficiency, and adhering to safety protocols, complemented by a collaborative approach that fosters team success in dynamic environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
PLANT OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN II
SEMINOLE ELECTRIC CO-OP
06.2025 - Current
- Currently training for the upcoming commissioning and commercialization of a 1 on 1 single shaft GE Frame 7HA combined cycle facility. This includes the field operation, control room operation (GE Mark 6 series), water chemistry maintenance, outage maintenance support, lockout tagout, and further training for future progression to supervision.
COMBINED CYCLE SPECIALIST
TECO (TAMPA ELECTRIC)
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Assists in the operation and maintenance of a 4 on 1 Combined Cycle Generating Facility. Total Megawatt output is roughly 1250 MW’s. Effectively uses Hazardous Energy and Control measures for safe lockout and tagging of plant equipment maintenance needs. Performs preventative maintenance tasks to help keep the plant near 100% reliability. Trains to further develop plant knowledge and progress to a Journey level Specialist per TECO requirements.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Plan work orders for the maintenance of Electrical Distribution Systems. Aid in the design change of existing distribution systems to better provide service to customers. Investigate and design private area lighting requests. Troubleshoot design flaws for better service reliability. Aid engineers with designs to meet deadlines.
MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
08.2016 - 07.2021
- Schedule and plan work orders of the mechanical nature to assist craft personnel. Investigate issues with equipment and research manuals or schematics for proper procedures and parts Purchase parts. Schedule and supervise contract personnel for corrective and emergency maintenance. Assist engineering department with new installations, upgrades, or modifications to plant equipment. In depth knowledge of vendors for quick turn around on parts and services. Communicate with plant personnel to aid in successful completion of needed work.
PLANT MECHANIC II
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
11.2011 - 08.2016
- Performed detailed and precise mechanical maintenance on any and all plant equipment. Equipment included pumps, gearboxes, valves, dampers, air compressors, blowers, mills, and any other industrial equipment. Read mechanical schematics and breakdowns to efficiently repair or refurbish equipment. Light fabrication and welding skills obtained. Correct torque use and sequencing managed. Certified Boom Truck Operator. Certified Rigger. Assist with plant demands to ensure reliability and performance.
MULTICRAFT OPERATOR
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
11.2008 - 11.2011
- Duties included the operation and preventative maintenance of multiple power stations. A 360 megawatt coal fired boiler, 335 megawatt combined cycle unit, 105 megawatt combined cycle unit, and a 50 megawatt diesel peaking station. Understood plant processes and equipment. Monitored and recorded plant equipment. Effective use of lockout/tagout for plant maintenance personnel. Assisted Maintenance Mechanics during outages to expedite timeframes on certain projects or work orders. Maintained and analyzed boiler chemistry to provide quality water for the steam systems. Performed any necessary work to maintain plant availability.
POWER PLANT OPERATOR AND MECHANIC
KISSIMMEE UTILITY AUTHORITY
06.2008 - 11.2008
- Able to operate and maintain three power plants. Two combined cycle stations and one simple cycle station. Performed hourly rounds and monitored equipment for potential disruptive maintenance situations. Performed minor maintenance on plant equipment to ensure reliability. Trained on control systems to effectively control plant processes. Tested and maintained plant water chemistry and boiler chemistry. Proficient at lockout/tagout procedures.
MULTICRAFT OPERATOR TRAINEE
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
06.2005 - 06.2008
- Trained in operations and light maintenance at two power stations. A 335 combined cycle unit and a 105 megawatt combined cycle unit. Trained in outside plant operation duties learning to effectively operate turbines, generators, valves, pumps, fans, and miscellaneous plant processes. Aided in boiler chemistry analysis. Worked with plant maintenance crews during outages. Assisted in any plant needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kathleen Senior High School
05-2005
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Equipment operation
- 5S principles
- Operational efficiency
- Hazardous materials handling
- SOP writing
- Equipment inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- OSHA regulations
- Hydraulic system maintenance
- Schematic interpretation
- Operations monitoring
- Data collection
- Pneumatic system maintenance
- Electrical system analysis
- First aid and CPR
Accomplishments
- Collaborated and oversaw AVP in the maintenance and repair of all plant valves per the contract for valve repair for all Lakeland Electric Generating Facilities. As well as planned work orders and tracked outage budgeting as a Maintenance Coordinator.
- Successfully signed off areas at every facility I have been a part of for proper plant operation and staffing as a Multi-Craft Operator, Combined Cycle Specialist, and a Plant Operations Tech II.
- Progressed to Journey level Mechanical Expertise during my tenure as a Plant Mechanic with Lakeland Electric.
- Advanced to Engineering Tech II for proper planning and design of Transmission and Distribution layouts while at Lakeland Elctric.
ACTIVITIES
- Forklift Operator Trained
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics Training
- Siemens Generation Training
- SCBA Certified
- HAZWOPER Trained
- Siemens T3000 Training
- First Responder Training
- Ammonia and Chlorine Awareness
- Breaker Training
- Boom Truck Operator Certified
- Air Compressor Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Rigging and Signal Person Certified
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training
- Several courses presented by Hudson Pump for multiple style Pumps, Mixers, and Blowers
- GE Mark 6 Series Training
Timeline
PLANT OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN II
SEMINOLE ELECTRIC CO-OP
06.2025 - Current
COMBINED CYCLE SPECIALIST
TECO (TAMPA ELECTRIC)
08.2024 - 06.2025
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
07.2021 - 08.2024
MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
08.2016 - 07.2021
PLANT MECHANIC II
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
11.2011 - 08.2016
MULTICRAFT OPERATOR
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
11.2008 - 11.2011
POWER PLANT OPERATOR AND MECHANIC
KISSIMMEE UTILITY AUTHORITY
06.2008 - 11.2008
MULTICRAFT OPERATOR TRAINEE
LAKELAND ELECTRIC (CITY OF LAKELAND)
06.2005 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Kathleen Senior High School