Tommy Antaya
Cass City,US
Summary
Wind Technician II with extensive expertise in equipment repair and renewable energy, leveraging 10+ years of experience to drive efficiency and reliability in wind power systems. Skilled in predictive maintenance and technical documentation, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team productivity. Passionate about implementing innovative solutions to optimize mechanical systems and extend the lifespan of critical components.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
UtilImmaster
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Installed radios in police cars
- Partnered with engineering teams to implement technical upgrades, improving system reliability and fostering teamwork.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to streamline installation processes, enhancing system efficiency and reducing project timelines.
- Executed technical upgrades on communication systems, leading to noticeable improvements in reliability and user satisfaction.
Lead Wind Tech II
Pierce Renewables
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Implemented a predictive maintenance system, utilizing data analytics to anticipate failures and extend the lifespan of critical components.
- Maintained comprehensive records of maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating audits with ease.
- Fostered a positive work environment by mentoring junior technicians, enhancing team skills and boosting overall productivity.
- Mentored junior technicians, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that boosted team morale and productivity.
Metal Fabrication/ Construction
Huron Casting Inc
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Implemented advanced welding techniques, reducing material waste and increasing overall efficiency in production.
- Responsibility's included weld fabrication and repair of both new and old foundry equipment. Welding, cutting, fitting, installation and removal of equipment along with identifying, troubleshooting, and maintaining faulty equipment such as augers, elevators, and conveyors.
- Promoted a culture of safety and teamwork, encouraging open communication and contributing to a cohesive work environment.
Wind Technician II
Vestas
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspect the exterior and physical integrity of towers.
- Climb towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair turbine equipment.
- Collect turbine data for testing or research analysis.
- Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine.
- Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical hydraulic or electrical malfunctions.
- Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
- Replace worn or malfunctioning components.
Travel Technician
FieldCore
11.2012 - 12.2021
- Climb towers to inspect, troubleshoot, or repair turbine equipment.
- Collect turbine data for testing or research analysis.
- Inspect the exterior and physical integrity of tower.
- Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine.
- Test electrical components and systems, as well as mechanical hydraulic systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical hydraulic or electrical malfunctions.
- Service underground transmission systems, wind field substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.
- Replace worn or malfunctioning components.
Shear Operator
Jacklyn Steele
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Clear sheared material from storage racks, supply stock length.
- Assist in the process of tracking production in the shop.
- Responsible to cut sheet metal goods to specific sizes, and then bending/forming the pieces to specifications.
- Analyze and interpret CAD drawings to determine which types of bends are needed.
- Set up and use brake presses to form metal as required.
- Check the accuracy of the end product.
- Proficiency in using a tape measure and reading measurements to 1/32”.
- Skilled in the use of various power and manual tools.
Plumbing Apprentice
Quality Plumbing and Mechanical
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Maintenance and repair of water mains, pipes, gas main, fire hydrants and hydrant leads, assists in diagnosis of malfunctions of plumbing system.
- Installation, repair, and replacement of plumbing fixtures.
- Installs, alters, and repairs valves, installs, alters, and repairs fitting and other plumbing parts and equipment.
- Installs new water services and mains or replaces or relocates services with copper, cast iron, wrought iron, plastic, or steel pipes and bronze, copper, or galvanized fittings; drills and taps water mains.
- Location and repair of underground and surface leaks on service pipes and water main.
- Keeps accurate records of time and work performed, equipment and materials used or recovered, and exact location of installations.
Welder and General Laborer
Steele Tank and Fabricating
01.1989 - 01.2007
- Determine appropriate welding tools and equipment based on requirements.
- Operating angle grinders for preparing required parts that need to be welded.
- Aligning components using rulers, calipers, etc.
- Operating an overhead crane for maneuvering parts at defined places safely.
- Welding components, vertical, flat, and overhead positions.
- Operating and reading measuring devices accurately.
- Assembling and welding different metal parts together.
- Positioning parts to be welded accurately.
- Working in both individual and team setting.
Education
Wind Turbine Technology
Pinnacle Career Institute
Kansas City, MO09-2012
Skills
- Six Sigma
- Renewable Energy
- Wind Turbine
- Wind Power
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Welding
- Plumbing
- Mechanical Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Technical Documentation
Timeline
Technician
UtilImmaster
02.2025 - 06.2025
Lead Wind Tech II
Pierce Renewables
06.2024 - 12.2024
Metal Fabrication/ Construction
Huron Casting Inc
01.2023 - 06.2024
Wind Technician II
Vestas
05.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Technician
FieldCore
11.2012 - 12.2021
Shear Operator
Jacklyn Steele
01.2010 - 01.2012
Plumbing Apprentice
Quality Plumbing and Mechanical
01.2007 - 01.2010
Welder and General Laborer
Steele Tank and Fabricating
01.1989 - 01.2007
Wind Turbine Technology
Pinnacle Career Institute
Courses
Wind Turbine Technology | Pinnacle Career Institute 2011 - 2012
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