Samuel Kuth
Abilene,TX
Summary
Wind energy professional with hands-on experience in turbine maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Skilled in electrical systems, mechanical operations, and safety protocols. Reliable and adaptable, ready to meet evolving needs of industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Technician Level 1
Next Era Energy
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with team members and site supervisors to prioritize tasks, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Troubleshoot faults using SCADA systems, multimeters, and diagnostic software to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Experienced in PLC and Bachman troubleshooting and repair.
- Hands on experience with troubleshooting and replacement of PLC controllers, Controller boards, and electrical motors.
- Dedicated to ensuring parts and tools are signed out and returned every day.
- Coordinate with tool vender to have electric hand tools repaired to save the company costs on tooling.
- Took the initiative on finding how to troubleshoot and repair a new system that was installed on the wind turbines. From doing so I saved the company $168,000 in losses in 2024.
Automotive Technician
B&R Repair
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Used electronic diagnostic equipment and diagrams to identify faults quickly and accurately in wiring shorts, faulty batteries or alternators and made recommendations to customers based on test finding.
- Inspected vehicles for worn or broken parts such as worn ball joints, leaks, and exhaust system and provided estimates of needed repairs.
- Performed scheduled maintenance following service manuals while using hand, power, and pneumatic tools properly to ensure safety and proper operation.
- Conducted complete engine removal and installation keeping all hardware and cabling properly labeled and inventoried, allowing for work efficiency and cost savings of replacing lost or broken items.
- Provided excellent customer service by maintaining a clean and inviting work area, providing correct repair and service recommendations and accurate estimates of work to be completed.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic/Recovery Specialist
United States Army
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Trained recovery operations using large military wrecker vehicle by providing safe rigging techniques, hydraulic lift systems, and safe transportation of disabled equipment with zero incidents or injuries.
- Used hand and arm signals to guide the operator into restricted space or while conducting lifts to ensure safety and limit further damage to equipment.
- Received recognition from senior leadership for safely towing 16 broken down or damaged vehicles over 2 days on hazardous icy road conditions during a major training event in Alaska.
- Safely operated overhead maintenance cranes used for large scale engine replacements or other heavy repair components by using proper hook ups and following all safety procedures and guidelines.
Hazard Tree Removal Specialist
Blue Mountain Tree Service
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Identify hazardous trees and create a plan to safely remove the tree without damage to personnel or property.
- Climbed trees up to 130 feet, delimbing the tree using chainsaws or hand saws.
- Used ropes and pulleys to manipulate logs and branches to land in a clear area away from structures.
- Worked with or as part of the ground crew to remove and discard debris using an industrial woodchipper.
Education
GED -
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA12-2022
Skills
- Reliable and dependable
- Detail oriented
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Safety Minded
- Creative and innovative approach to problem solving
- Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently
- Safety procedures
- Rigging techniques
Certification
- ARI Renewable Energy and Communications Tower Technician Program
- Authorized Climber and Rescue and ID Card
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Card
- OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Card
- Electrical Safety
- Crane Signalperson
- Level 1 Crane Rigging
- Fasteners, Torque and Tension
- Telecommunication Basics
- RF Safety Awareness Card
- Wheeled Recovery Operations
Timeline
Wind Technician Level 1
Next Era Energy
01.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician
B&R Repair
09.2021 - 06.2022
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic/Recovery Specialist
United States Army
03.2018 - 09.2021
Hazard Tree Removal Specialist
Blue Mountain Tree Service
05.2014 - 06.2018
GED -
Airstreams Renewables, Inc.