Samuel Schmidt
Orchard,NE
Summary
Diligent technician with a strong background in wind turbine maintenance and repair. Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues to ensure efficient operations. Demonstrates expertise in adhering to safety protocols and collaborating within a team to achieve optimal performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Technician
Invenergy
03.2022 - Current
- Worked on GE 1.7, GE 2.3, & GE 2.5 preforming routine maintenances, torqueing, greasing, generator alignments, cleaning, oil filter changes, generator brush change outs, ability to follow procedures and LOTO
- Troubleshooting and fixing faulted towers, not limited to, batteries, pitch motors, card changes, slip ring, Q1, K1, and using schematics to trace faults and check wiring etc.
- Substation trained, can take a feeder off and online, perform routine substation maintenance and upkeep
- Performed physical activities such as climbing 80-90 meters, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
- Exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, and equipment movement hazards
- Maintained safety standards by adhering to strict protocols for equipment handling and repair procedures.
- Enhanced wind farm efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repairs of malfunctioning components.
Volunteer Firefighter
Orchard Fire and Rescue
04.2019 - 08.2024
- Highly dedicated and resourceful Firefighter Volunteer with an excellent safety and community service record
- Able to function well independently with no direction or as part of a firefighting volunteer team
- Especially skilled in helping to educate the public in the most current fire prevention and safety measures
- Exceptional ability to handle stressful and emergency situations
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Minimized risk of accidents on scene by following established protocols regarding traffic control management.
- Participated in community outreach programs by educating residents on fire safety and prevention techniques.
Wind Technician
Vestas
05.2017 - 03.2022
- Worked on Vestas V110 MK10D, preforming routine maintenances, torqueing, greasing, generator alignments, cleaning, oil filter changes, generator brush change outs, ability to follow procedures and LOTO
- Hydraulic system maintenance and troubleshooting
- Lead major component exchanges such as gearboxes, generators, transformers, and blades
- Called cranes and controlled rigging, inspected rigging thoroughly, tagging faulty equipment out of service
- Traveled to various other Vestas locations around the country to train technicians and push policies and procedures
- Performed physical activities such as climbing 80-90 meters, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
- Controlled movement of heavy equipment through narrow opening and/or confined spaces, using precise hand gestures
- Exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, and equipment movement hazards
- With a significant work pace/pressure to deliver product in a timely manner
Associate
Cooks Country Store
01.2013 - 04.2017
- Problem solver; handle invoice and order discrepancies by resolving problems or complaints fairly and efficiently
- Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines; maintains food at proper temperature in accordance with food safety standards and to ensure food quality and customer satisfaction
- Physically exert up to 50-pounds of force occasionally, 20-pounds of force frequently and 10-pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Perform physical activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions
- Exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, and equipment movement hazard
- There is significant work pace/pressure to deliver product in a timely manner
Wind Technician Intern
Blattner Energy
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Worked on constructing GE 1.6, walkdowns, crane calling, and rigging
- Controlled movement of heavy equipment through narrow opening and/or confined spaces, using precise hand gestures
- Performed physical activities such as climbing 80-90 meters, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
- Exposed to dust, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, and equipment movement hazards
- With a significant work pace/pressure to deliver product in a timely manner
- Referenced schematics and wiring diagrams while constructing wind turbines
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Wind Energy
Northeast Community College
Norfolk, Nebraska05.2017
High School Diploma -
Ponca Public School
Ponca, Nebraska05.2015
Skills
- Safety procedures
- Advanced Rigging Techniques
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical systems
- SCADA systems
- Gearbox repair
- Crane operations
Certification
- Torque Theory - NC3
- Torque Hydraulic - NC3
- American Heart First Aid/CPR/AED
- Multi-Meter - NC3
- Torque Electronic - NC3
- Electric Tool Safety - NC3
- OSHA 10
- Torque Mechanical - NC3
- Hand Tool Safety - NC3
Coursework
Maintenance Micon 108 Tower, Motor Control, Basic Electricity 1 & 2, Intro to Wind Energy, Field Training, Energy, Sustainability, & the Environment, Intro to Engineering, Hydraulics, English Composition 1 & 2, Digital Circuits & Systems, Power Generation and Transmission, Intro to Industrial Instrumentation, Wind Energy Internship II, Electrical Maintenance & Safety, Electric Motors & Generators, Wind Turbine Siting, Industrial Networking and Data Acquisition, Programmable Logic Control Systems, Human Relations, Introduction to Business, Shop class, Trigonometry, Chemistry, AP Physics, Calculus, AP Finance, Computer Science I&II, Algebra II & Geometry
Timeline
Wind Technician
Invenergy
03.2022 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Orchard Fire and Rescue
04.2019 - 08.2024
Wind Technician
Vestas
05.2017 - 03.2022
Wind Technician Intern
Blattner Energy
06.2016 - 08.2016
Associate
Cooks Country Store
01.2013 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Wind Energy
Northeast Community College
High School Diploma -
Ponca Public School
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