Oscar Hernandez
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Resourceful Wind Technician experienced in replacing mechanical and hydraulic components and troubleshooting complex systems. Delivered productivity and efficiency through expertise in turbine maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Focused on fostering teamwork and problem-solving to enhance operational performance and ensure workplace safety.
Overview
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Wind Technician II
Sparkpower
San Benito, TX
10.2021 - Current
- 4 years experience on AW3000 nordex turbines.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair on wind turbines, including troubleshooting electrical issues and replacing faulty components.
- Use of proper tooling for blade stud replacement.
- Conducted inspections to ensure proper functionality of turbine components and equipment.
- Inspection/Replacement of nitrogen accumulators using the proper tooling such as chain hoists, slings.
- Pitch ram replacement, with proper tooling.
- Operated heavy machinery such as lifts, chain hoists, electrical hoists, cranes and other specialized tools required for work for heavy lifting.
- Replacement of blade studs, (broken,shanks) use of 36x2 tensioning head.
- Use of proper tooling for blade studs replacement.
- Blade bearing inspection, inspection for blade cracks.
- Preventive Maintenance, Slip ring replacement
- Installed new equipment, such as generator pump motors, yaw motors and controllers according to manufacturer specifications.
- Followed established protocols when performing troubleshooting tasks on complex systems.
- Trained other technicians on how to properly use hand/power tools and techniques necessary for repair jobs.
- Nitrogen recharge on all blades for proper operation of the turbine.
- Replaced damaged parts with new ones according to standards.
- Troubleshoot can master faults, anemometer failures, blade locking failure faults, oil leaks inside the hub and in the nacelle.
- Operated heavy machinery such as lifts, chain hoists, electrical hoists, cranes and other specialized tools required for work for heavy lifting.
- Monitored weather conditions regularly in order to anticipate operational problems.
Wind Turbine Technician
Fairwind
Rio Hondo, TX
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Tower wiring for new construction of AW3000 acciona turbines.
- Fed and routed rotor and stator cables from nacelle to yaw deck and from yaw deck to each can section of turbine.
- Spliced cables on each deck and in the saddle deck to ensure proper connectivity.
- Secured cables using zip ties along the turbine structure. of all cables from nacelle all the way down to base of turbine.
- Installation and termination of cooling top fan for turbines.
- Trained technicians on routing, splicing, and zip tie techniques to enhance team skillset.
- Managed spare parts inventory to ensure availability of necessary items. ensuring that all required items were available when needed.
Electrician
Southwest electrical
Converse, TX
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Ran conduit, pulled wire, and installed outlets, fixtures, and switches to ensure proper electrical functionality.
- Installed conduit and pulled wires to complete circuits between boxes.
- Prepared and assembled conduits to facilitate efficient connection of wiring.
- Prepared and assembled conduits to connect wiring.
- Installed conduit and pulled wires to establish complete circuits between boxes, supporting overall electrical system integrity.
Electrician
MMR constructos
Ingleside, TX
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Installed cable trays, enhancing support for electrical wiring infrastructure.
- Executed wire pulling for electrical installations, ensuring timely project completion across the site.
- Installation of junction boxes, fixtures, and switches.
- Assembled fixtures, facilitating efficient wiring installation.
- Pulled wire.
- Ran cable trays.
- Assembled fixtures to enable wiring installation.
Structural fitter
Amtex
Brownsville, Tx
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Aligned and tacked beams, columns, and steel plates, ensuring precise preparation for welding and assembly requirements.
- Reviewed shop drawings to confirm dimensions, fit, and material placement for structural integrity.
- Utilized grinders, torches, and measuring tools for accurate preparation of parts prior to installation.
- Fitted structural steel components for fabrication projects using blueprints and layout marks.
Education
Technology
Gladys porter high school
BrownsvilleSkills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Aerial lift operation
- Impact torque tools
- Torque wrenches
- Tensioning equipment
- Cable splicing
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Multimeter
- Lift operation techniques
- High-pressure tools
Certification
OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space, Electrical Safety
Personal Information
Title: Wind Turbine Technician
Timeline
Wind Technician II
Sparkpower
10.2021 - Current
Wind Turbine Technician
Fairwind
03.2020 - 12.2020
Electrician
Southwest electrical
09.2018 - 11.2019
Electrician
MMR constructos
03.2015 - 09.2018
Structural fitter
Amtex
12.2011 - 05.2013
Technology
Gladys porter high school