Triston Long
Lubbock,Texas
Summary
Knowledgeable electrical person with excellent leadership skills demonstrated over solid history in wind industry. Meet challenging work demands with employee oversight, good multitasking abilities and well-coordinated schedules. Safety-oriented with an excellent work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Panel Installer
Blattner Energy
2024.05 - Current
- Assembled, wired and connected solar panels to existing components and systems.
- Ensured safety compliance by following industry guidelines during all installations and maintenance tasks.
- Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
- Configured PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs and expectations.
- Evaluated potential risks and challenges related to solar panel installations, implementing appropriate solutions to minimize issues.
- Maintained high-quality installations by performing routine inspections, identifying defects, and correcting any issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale solar panel projects on time and within budget constraints.
MCE Turbine Technician 3
IEA - Services
2023.05 - 2023.05
- Provided emergency response support for urgent turbine-related issues as needed.
- Reduced downtime for turbine systems by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues.
- Contributed to a reduction in equipment failures by identifying potential problems during routine checkups.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant codes and standards associated with turbine systems.
- Managed inventory effectively by ordering necessary supplies while minimizing waste materials during jobs.
- Enhanced turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and inspections.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment skillfully and safely while performing various tasks associated with maintaining and repairing turbines.
- Developed custom solutions for unique technical challenges faced during turbine maintenance or repair activities.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal performance of turbines.
- Completed retrofit projects on existing turbines, enhancing their overall lifespan and efficiency.
- Collaborated proactively with colleagues from different departments like operations and engineering, contributing towards shared project goals.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities such as workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in the field of turbine technology.
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Diagnosed and fixed Type and Type issues causing turbines to shut down unexpectedly or fail to operate correctly.
- Followed work orders, technical drawings and procedures in delivering scheduled maintenance and service with minimal downtime.
Tower Wiring General Foreman
IEA Constructors
2022.05 - 2023.04
- Come in 30 minutes early for pod to discuss safety topic, company news, and daily production goals
- Gather crew to discuss safety topics, company news, and production goal's
- Make sure the crew has all the proper PPE, hardware, materials and tooling to complete the days task before leaving the yard
- Overlook and go over JSA
- Inspect work area to verify crew is following company policies such as: Placing cones around the drop zone, barricade tower entry, placing hole coverings, etc
- Verify each individual has training and certifications to perform each task to Owners wants & Manufacturers IWBP
- Do my best to create positive morale, and safe working environment for the crew while striving to be a leading example for the crew each and everyday
- Turn in JSA and permits for the day, post work day discussion, and next days work plan with superintendent.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
Wind Turbine Technician 1
Renew Energy & Maintenance
2022.02 - 2022.05
- Climbed wind turbine towers to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements during regular meetings or training sessions.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- Performed quality audits of maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures.
- Optimized turbine performance by troubleshooting issues and implementing corrective measures in a timely manner.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections of wind turbines to identify potential hazards and address them promptly.
- Minimized work-related accidents by strictly following safety protocols during all maintenance tasks, including working at heights or confined spaces.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, contributing to efficient tracking of maintenance activities and inventory management.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations through proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials used in wind turbine operations.
- Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns from site owners or operators regarding wind turbine performance or maintenance-related issues.
- Conducted systematic processes for identifying root cause of wind turbine component failures.
Tower Wiring Foreman
IEA Constructors
2021.10 - 2022.02
- Come in 30 minutes early for pod to discuss safety topic, company news, and daily production goals
- Gather crew to discuss safety topics, company news, and production goal's
- Make sure the crew has all the proper PPE, hardware, materials and tooling to complete the days task before leaving the yard
- Overlook and go over JSA
- Inspect work area to verify crew is following company policies such as: Placing cones around the drop zone, barricade tower entry, placing hole coverings, etc
- Verify each individual has training and certifications to perform each task to Owners wants & Manufacturers IWBP
- Do my best to create positive morale, and safe working environment for the crew while striving to be a leading example for the crew each and everyday
- Turn in JSA and permits for the day, post work day discussion, and next days work plan with superintendent.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
Tower Climber
Wanzek Construction LLC
2021.06 - 2021.10
- I can properly execute and train each position of tower wiring, staging, and wiring nacelle prep on 2.3, 2.5, 2.8, and 3x GE Towers
- Cable pull, secure aluminums, lower gens and comms, terminate aluminums gens and comms on A4 deck, bundle down tower, terminate down tower comms, and nacelle wiring prep on 2.3 Siemens Towers.
Tower Climber
Blattner Energy Inc.
2020.09 - 2021.06
- Pull Comms and gens up to yaw, rebundle comms, set heights on comms and gens, run new fiber optic, land grounds, install snowflakes, tape and twist switch ball while on reterm doing 1.5-1.6 GE retro repower
- I can properly execute each position of tower wiring, staging, and wiring nacelle prep on 2.3, 2.5, and 2.8 GE towers.
Tower Climber
Wanzek Construction LLC
2020.03 - 2020.09
- Stage, wiring nacelle prep, install bus bars, lower cable, bundle comms down tower, terminate comms into MCC cabinet, on 2.3, 2.5, and 2.8 GE towers
- Prep nacelles, pull secure and terminate HV, route and terminate comms uptower, lower comms, bundle and buckle, and install duct barrels on v110 vestas towers.
Tower Climber
Blattner Energy Inc
2018.11 - 2020.03
- Staging, ESS, Nacelle prep, Install bus bars, ride saddle, lower cable, bundle comms down tower, route and terminate comms in MCC cabinette on 2.3, 2.5 and 2.8 GE towers
- Determ and reterm on Clipper to GE retro Repower.
Education
GED -
Monterey High School
Lubbock, TexasSkills
- Employee training
- Schedule management
- Inventory oversight
- Evaluate performance
- Equipment setup
- System diagnostics
- Power tool operation
- Electrical Installations
- Safety protocols
- Testing equipment
- Electrical safety
Personal Information
Title: Tower Climber
Timeline
Solar Panel Installer
Blattner Energy
2024.05 - Current
MCE Turbine Technician 3
IEA - Services
2023.05 - 2023.05
Tower Wiring General Foreman
IEA Constructors
2022.05 - 2023.04
Wind Turbine Technician 1
Renew Energy & Maintenance
2022.02 - 2022.05
Tower Wiring Foreman
IEA Constructors
2021.10 - 2022.02
Tower Climber
Wanzek Construction LLC
2021.06 - 2021.10
Tower Climber
Blattner Energy Inc.
2020.09 - 2021.06
Tower Climber
Wanzek Construction LLC
2020.03 - 2020.09
Tower Climber
Blattner Energy Inc
2018.11 - 2020.03
GED -
Monterey High School
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