Robert Kleespies
Hobbs
Summary
Skilled inspector with solid experience in quality control, safety procedures, and compliance protocols. Strong understanding of inspection tools and techniques, adept at identifying inconsistencies and implementing corrective actions. Noteworthy ability to drive continuous process improvements while ensuring adherence to industry regulations. Consistently contributed to achieving high-quality standards in previous roles.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector Contracting and Utility Services
Xcel Energy
Amarillo
03.2012 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all tests conducted during the inspection process.
- Verified inventory count accuracy by cross-referencing physical counts against computerized records.
- Worked closely with management teams to help identify process improvements that would improve overall efficiency levels.
Journeyman Lineman
Alliant Energy
Cedar Rapids
03.2004 - 03.2012
- Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 69KV.
- Maintained records of work performed such as material used, labor hours utilized.
- Conducted fault location on all types of distribution systems using various testing equipment.
Apprentice Lineman
IBEW local 55
Des Moines
02.2000 - 03.2004
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers and drills to complete tasks.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Repaired downed power lines safely and efficiently.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Powerline Program
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IASkills
- Quality control
- Inspection techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Record keeping
- Project finance
Renewable energy
- Maintained utility side of multiple solar farms from site back to substation.
- Troubleshooting experience on solar side of cloud edge effect back to source both directions from utility power and farm.
- Installed and troubleshot underground primary conductor for wind farm power generation to substation.
Timeline
Inspector Contracting and Utility Services
Xcel Energy
03.2012 - Current
Journeyman Lineman
Alliant Energy
03.2004 - 03.2012
Apprentice Lineman
IBEW local 55
02.2000 - 03.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Powerline Program
Northwest Iowa Community College