Stuart McFarlane
O&M Manager
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Talented leader and analytical problem-solver with over 28 years of experience successfully managing front-line operations. Efficiently maintain and repair solar and medium voltage equipment. Coordinate resources and staff to handle any requirement.
Versatile supervisor skillful in troubleshooting with top-notch repair knowledge and technical expertise. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation to assess scope and develop repair strategy. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records and attention to detail.
Safety-minded Maintenance Worker tasked with troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and minor electrical work. Enthusiastic professional promoting excellent attendance record and willing to assist team members in completing assigned tasks.
Dedicated solar professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations and Maintenance Supervisor
Sma America
Wake Forest, NC
08.2017 - Current
- Provide operations and maintenance coverage for multiple customers on East coast to include multiple Caribbean islands.
- Assessed employee work and improved performance with Management by Objectives and 360-degree Feedback
- Monitored multiple systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
- Managed team of nine employees in Preventive and Corrective Maintenance processes to comply with contractual policies across company and customer companies.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Operations and Maintenance Site Superintendent
Sma America
Palmdale, CA
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Planned and scheduled: inverter commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, Preventive Maintenance and analyzing performance of 520 installed site SMA America, LLC solar inverters
- Supervised subcontractors to enforce adherence to OSHA regulations and work safety guidelines.
- Worked closely with clients to coordinate site work and resolve issues.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Supervised contractor work processes and adherence to project schedule.
C4I Electronics Inspector
US Navy Southwest Regional Maintenance Center
San Diego, CA
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Specializing in EMI, IMI and communications antenna system assessments and inspections for all major ships maintenance avail-abilities, inspections and assessments for all 60 San Diego based.
- Performed and documented over 200 walk-around inspections.
- Attended meetings to share and receive job-related information and complete training requirements.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Departmental Supervisor
US Navy USS Howard DDG-83
San Diego, CA
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Managed 25 external and internal communications, navigation's, radar and computer specialized technicians in operation, preventive and corrective maintenance of over 6500 pieces of highly technical and complex military equipment and test equipment.
- Managed 60 technicians in external and internal communications, navigation's, radar, AN/SPY-1D RADAR, AEGIS Computer Network, Fire Control System and computer technicians in operation, preventive and corrective maintenance of over 11000 pieces of highly specialized and complex military equipment.
- Managed 10 technicians in operation and maintenance of all external and internal communications systems to include: ships top secret, classified and unclassified WAN and LAN, ship's internal unclassified WiFi, HBSS, SATCOM (EHF, SHF and UHF), antennas. Control ship's EKMS program and equipment associated (KIV-7M/HSB, KG-84/A, KG-40, TACLANE...). Provided solid off ship communications to ensure ship's mission was supported and completed.
- Assigned jobs to individual employees by considering factors such as previous training, current abilities and general knowledge.
- Developed, implemented and enhanced technician's targets and operational policies to promote productivity and strengthen team performance.
STEP/GMF Manager (Standard Tactical Entry Point/ G
US Navy NCTS Italy (NAVSATCOMFAC Lago Patria)
Napoli, Italy
07.2007 - 07.2010
- Managed $150 million state-of-the-art Super High Frequency Earth Terminal Facility, providing reliable connectivity for three Combatant Commanders ( 2ND Fleet, 6th Fleet and 5th Fleet) spanning three Areas of responsibility, ensuring critical communications were maintained for all forward deployed maritime and ground mobile war fighting units.
- Supervised 29 military and 13 civilian technicians in all operations and maintenance for NCTS Naples SATCOM facility.
- Primary liaison with DISA, EUCOM, PMDCATS CECOM, AFRICOM Joint Services and outside agencies.
- Successfully coordinated and executed 13 mission cut overs from one earth terminal to stand by terminal to provide for extensive antenna system over haul resulting from major mechanical failure to antennas auto track system having minimal circuit down time and distant end loss of communications.
- Recognized DISAEUR Outstanding GIG DISN/STEP/DRSN Facility of the year for 2007 and 2010.
- Orchestrated and executed six Authorized Service Interruptions (ASI), performing critical emergent repairs to four satellite earth terminals and two complex satellite cut overs to the new Wide band Global SATCOM technology.
Education
No Degree - Computer Networking
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN08.2005
No Degree - Basic Studies
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL08.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA04.2014
Skills
- Job Specifications
- Accident and Injury Investigation
- Schedule Preparation
- Power Plant Systems
- Specification Interpretation
- Service Requests
- Time Management
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Visual Inspections
- Standard Operating Procedures Maintenance
- Product Specifications
- Tool and Equipment Maintenance
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Cost Savings
- Mitigation Projects
- Goal Management
- Safety Compliance
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Training Programs
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Operational Safety
- Task Prioritization
- Employee Performance
- Professional Relationships
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
Thermal/Infrared Thermograph Level 1
Arc Flash Electrical Safety NFPA 70E
OSHA 10 Hour Construction
America Safety & Health Institute CPR, AED and Basic First Aid
Department of Labor OSHA Safety Representative
Microsoft Certified System Administrator
Timeline
Operations and Maintenance Supervisor
Sma America
08.2017 - Current
Operations and Maintenance Site Superintendent
Sma America
06.2014 - 08.2017
C4I Electronics Inspector
US Navy Southwest Regional Maintenance Center
06.2013 - 06.2014
Departmental Supervisor
US Navy USS Howard DDG-83
08.2010 - 06.2013
STEP/GMF Manager (Standard Tactical Entry Point/ G
US Navy NCTS Italy (NAVSATCOMFAC Lago Patria)
07.2007 - 07.2010
No Degree - Computer Networking
Vincennes University
No Degree - Basic Studies
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics
Coastline Community College
Thermal/Infrared Thermograph Level 1
Arc Flash Electrical Safety NFPA 70E
OSHA 10 Hour Construction
America Safety & Health Institute CPR, AED and Basic First Aid
Department of Labor OSHA Safety Representative
Microsoft Certified System Administrator
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