WILLIAM BALISHIN
Tehachapi
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with six plus years experience on vestas and siemens turbines across multiple sites in 5 different states. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas Wind Technology
Tehachapi, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Climbed wind turbine towers (V112/117/126/136) to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Took lead position on repairs of gearbox bushings, generator alignments, diamond plate repairs as well as troubleshooting issues such as yaw motor replacements, hydraulic leaks, low voltage faults.
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
- 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.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventive maintenance on wind turbines according to established schedules and procedures.
- Collaborated with other technicians for successful completion of major overhauls and component replacements on wind turbines.
Wind Turbine Technician
Airway Services
San Angelo, TX
09.2018 - Current
- Supported on multiple main component replacements including gearbox, blade and transformer exchanges on V110s, V112s and V117s
- Climbed wind turbines on a daily basis to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment on Vestas V90/100/110/112/117/126/136/Siemens.
- Performed quality maintenance activities to ensure high standards are consistently met, resulting in reduced rework or equipment failures
- Inspected, adjusted and restored broken or missing turbine components such as cooler top inspections, repaired failing diamond plate decks and gearbox bushings to enhance performance and prevent failures
- Managed work centers effectively by ensuring time is put to correct service orders, parts are correctly consumed or returned and marking each order from 'job started' to 'job completed' once work was completed
- As well as properly completing all necessary paper work such as JSAs, confined space and LOTO forms
- Improved wind turbine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components
- Minimized risks and incidents by strictly adhering to regulations, safety rules and codes
- Promoted continuous improvement within the team by sharing experiences, lessons learned, and proposing process enhancements in the field and during regular meetings
- Used hand tools, power tools and other specialized equipment to repair and maintain turbines
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations through proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials used in wind turbine operations
- Increased team productivity by providing training and guidance to new technicians joining the workforce
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships on multiple sites
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
Warehouse Worker
Heidelberg Distributing
Independence, OH
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards
- Achieved timely dispatch of orders using effective time management strategies during the picking process
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new employees, contributing to a cohesive and efficient workforce
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list
Education
No Degree -
Wind Turbine Academy
Kalamazoo, MI06.2018
No Degree -
Fire Fighter Academy
Cleveland, OH06.2013
Skills
- Hydraulic Systems Knowledge
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Fall Protection Training
- Rigging Equipment
- Lockout-Tagout Procedures
- Equipment Installation
- Repair expertise
- Technical Documentation
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
Vestas Wind Technology
04.2024 - Current
Wind Turbine Technician
Airway Services
09.2018 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Heidelberg Distributing
10.2015 - 07.2017
No Degree -
Fire Fighter Academy
No Degree -
Wind Turbine Academy
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