Todd Metzger
Summary
Results-driven professional with experience in solar technology and mechanical maintenance. Skilled in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Motivated to employ technical proficiency in optimizing operational efficiency and reliability.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Supervisor
Tri State Generation and Transmission
Cahone, Colorado
04.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance and identified maintenance needs promptly.
- Implemented best practices to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
Solar Technician
Origis Services
Prewitt, New Mexico
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Executed installation tasks with precision, emphasizing torquing calibration and effective use of specialized tools to meet installation standards.
- Performed inspections, preventative maintenance, and corrective repairs on AC and DC systems, including inverters, PV modules, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage components.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems to support ongoing maintenance.
- Monitored plant operations via SCADA, supporting commissioning, testing, and system modifications to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with remote operators to quickly identify and resolve site issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities using CMMS software.
- Ensured compliance with site procedures by following strict safety protocols, including job hazard analysis (JHA) and lock-out-tag-out (LOTO).
Maintenance Mechanic
McKinley Paper Company
Prewitt, New Mexico
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Troubleshot and repaired pumps, valves, and rigging to ensure operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment components.
- Performed preventative and predictive maintenance to enhance equipment reliability.
- Install new equipment and/or modifications of existing equipment.
- Repair mobile equipment; lift truck bobcats, etc.
- Identified failure patterns and developed strategies to eliminate recurring issues.
- Installed and maintained instruments and DCS components to ensure proper functionality.
- Operate all designated equipment in a safe and productive manner.
- Disassemble machines scheduled for replacement or that must be moved to another area.
- Prioritize work orders and emergency repairs based on equipment.
Journeyman Mechanic/Welder
Tri State Generation and Transmission
Prewitt, New Mexico
11.2002 - 11.2020
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on stationary equipment from fractional to high-output horsepower.
Performed installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment alongside structural and plate welding tasks.
Employed computer-aided technology for prioritizing, scheduling, and tracking workflow assignments.
Recognized work hazards and took corrective measures to maintain a safe working environment. - Diagnosed mechanical failures with troubleshooting techniques and equipment manuals, facilitating timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on stationary equipment from fractional to high-output horsepower.Performed installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment alongside structural and plate welding tasks.Employed computer-aided technology for prioritizing, scheduling, and tracking workflow assignments.Recognized work hazards and took corrective measures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintained and calibrated tools for optimal performance and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grants High School
Grants, NM05-2001
Skills
- Solar panel installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Energy efficiency assessment
- Aerial lift operation
- Scissor lift operation
- Forklift operation
- Rigging and overhead lifting
- Crane operation
- Crane safety
- Signal person
- NFPA 70E compliance
- CPR certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Solar Supervisor
Tri State Generation and Transmission
04.2026 - Current
Solar Technician
Origis Services
02.2026 - 04.2026
Maintenance Mechanic
McKinley Paper Company
07.2025 - 01.2026
Journeyman Mechanic/Welder
Tri State Generation and Transmission
11.2002 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Grants High School