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Tarah Weeks

Avondale,Arizona

Summary

  • PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, power generation experience and intertribal and cultural relations. Forward-thinking former Operations and Maintenance Specialist II bringing 8 years of experience in power generation for the Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Department. Cultivates rapport with Tribal governments, representatives and communities to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives Advocate

Volunteer Experience
12.2019 - Current
  • Planning, coordinating inter-state and intertribal MMIW awareness and fundraising events.
  • Violence prevention program, NRSource Self-Defense, owner and lead instructor.
  • Inter-state and intertribal Search and Rescue volunteer work.
  • Outreach to victims and families.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration with victims'/victims' families and tribal and/or local resources.
  • Proposals, communications and debriefings with other advocates and tribal leadership.
  • Network to create new working relationships and maintain current relations with governmental, tribal and organization entities with regular communication, follow-thru, reports and cultural knowledge and respectful protocols.
  • Initiation and development of urban search and rescue plan for unsheltered relatives and at-risk individuals, "Be A Good Relative Initiative".
  • Regular training to maintain skills and certifications for victim advocacy, self-defense and Search and Rescue.

Water Operator/Zanjero A

Salt River Project
10.2016 - 09.2020
  • Safely performed variety of field duties while driving in light to heavy conditions in 12 hour shift
  • Operated and maintained waterway equipment and information in support of specific water deliveries and quality customer service
  • Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
  • Optimized water levels in canals, laterals and other systems for controlled flow and quality of customer service.
  • Work was characterized by frequent customer service/contact, often under stressful situations and high safety risk exposures due to varied working environments.
  • Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections to enforce compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Interpreted data to identify trends and address problems.

Tradeshelper

Salt River Project
06.2016 - 10.2016
  • Performed various tasks of semi skilled nature in assisting journeymen and/or other crews in assigned work
  • Assembled tools, supplies and equipment required for assigned projects
  • Load/unloaded and handled materials and equipment either manually or by aid of mechanical equipment
  • Performed manual tasks by use of labor and/or hand tools as required
  • Operated heavy equipment and/or commercial vehicles as qualified.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
  • Followed all safety protocols while working near energized equipment.
  • Inspected electrical systems for any potential hazards or unsafe conditions.
  • Assisted crews with repairing damaged insulators, cross arms, lightning arrestors and other related parts associated with transmission line systems.
  • Constructed new poles and towers for distribution lines according to specifications.
  • Used specialized tools such as cutters, strippers, crimpers, wrenches, pliers, saws while working on projects.

Fire Technician

Salt River Project
12.2013 - 06.2016
  • Management and coordination of fire protection and emergency services at one of largest coal-fired power plants in US for optimum operation and reliability.
  • Provided structural fire & hazardous materials response, high angle/confined space rescue and emergency medical service for up to 1600 plant site personnel as a qualified Emergency Response Team member and technician of the Fire Protection Division of Navajo Generating Station.
  • Facilitated ERT (Emergency Response Team) training to highest standards by tracking regulatory compliance and qualifications.
  • Inspection and fire code enforcement using IFC, NFPA and SRP standards/, recommendations as policy and procedure.
  • Inspected and insured testing of alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
  • Ensuring plant security by maintaining key and lock inventory and databases.
  • Provided orientation and fire safety training for all new employees and contractors.
  • Initiated and documented work orders and repairs done to fire protection systems and equipment.
  • Over saw commission and quality control of contractor work to life safety & fire systems and associated equipment.
  • Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of emergency response.
  • Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of incidents.
  • Maintained regulatory emergency response certifications to keep qualified such as National and State, FEMA and other Fire, Rescue and HAZMAT Industrial standards.

Operations and Maintenance II/Railroad C&M

Salt River Project
06.2008 - 12.2013
  • Inspection, maintenance and preventive maintenance of 84 miles of class 4 closed loop railroad track and select associated 50 KV electric catenary components and right of way
  • Repair, placement or new construct of track components such as tangent & spiral track, sidings, crossings, switches, bridges by use of hand tools and/or heavy equipment operation
  • Commercial transport/delivery of construction/maintenance equipment, machinery or supplies
  • Job performance measure evaluation for quality control and keeping high training and safety standards
  • Achieved work objectives by prioritizing jobs, organizing schedules and coordinating assignments
  • Minimized workplace hazards and accidents through continuous monitoring and training initiatives
  • Collaborated with team members to meet daily demands and handle challenging projects.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Adhered to strict safety culture by following protocols and prioritizing safety to minimize workplace accidents.

Aeromedical Communications Specialist/Dispatcher

Classic Lifeguard
07.2006 - 06.2008
  • Operated fixed base and mobile communications equipment including UHF radio, VHF radio, multi-line telephone systems and network in connection with rotor/fixed wing medical/trauma transport, search and rescue flight operations
  • Received calls, obtained critical information in response to emergency medical/trauma transports requests from federal, state and local agencies as well as area medical facilities and mobile units
  • Maintained communications, flight following and with flight personnel during operations for purpose of tracking and recording progress
  • Initiated and maintained 'flight dispatch log' and was responsible for records keeping, filing and dissemination of information
  • Collected and entered data into data base systems
  • Coordinate and prioritize patient transport from pre-hospital/scene to nearest appropriate facility via communications
  • Monitoring of weather or any other flight related restrictions in or near service areas.

Education

Emergency Medical Technician -

Wizard Education/National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians
Page, Arizona
03.2012

SAR Tech III

National Association For Search And Rescue
12.2022

Defensive Tactics

Arrestling Coach Level, Mixed Marshal Arts
Snohomish SO Corrections Bureau, Snohomish, WA
06.2021

32 Hour School -

Emergency Response Team Haz. Mat. Response/Tech. Rescue School
Page, Arizona
02.2012

40 Hour School -

Fire Suppression and Incident Command
Page, Arizona
08.2009

Operations and Maintenance I Specialist -

Fundamentals School, Navajo Generation Station
Page, Arizona
09.2008

General Education Degree -

Page High School
Page, Arizona
08.2008

Skills

  • SKILLS
  • Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Written Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Training and Development
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives Advocate

Volunteer Experience
12.2019 - Current

Water Operator/Zanjero A

Salt River Project
10.2016 - 09.2020

Tradeshelper

Salt River Project
06.2016 - 10.2016

Fire Technician

Salt River Project
12.2013 - 06.2016

Operations and Maintenance II/Railroad C&M

Salt River Project
06.2008 - 12.2013

Aeromedical Communications Specialist/Dispatcher

Classic Lifeguard
07.2006 - 06.2008

Emergency Medical Technician -

Wizard Education/National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians

SAR Tech III

National Association For Search And Rescue

Defensive Tactics

Arrestling Coach Level, Mixed Marshal Arts

32 Hour School -

Emergency Response Team Haz. Mat. Response/Tech. Rescue School

40 Hour School -

Fire Suppression and Incident Command

Operations and Maintenance I Specialist -

Fundamentals School, Navajo Generation Station

General Education Degree -

Page High School

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