Jonathan Bender
Wind Turbine Technician
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About
Showed the ability to consistently show up on time, ready to work, with an excellent attendance record. Tasked with Troubleshooting and servicing wind turbines in a safe and efficient manner. GWO (Global Wind Organization) certified. Entailing training in fall arrest and prevention equipment/standards, rescue from heights, confined space rescue, first aid certified, and various other rescue situations.
Experience
Wind Turbine Technician - Macho Springs Wind Farm
(2025-01 - 2026-01)
- Showed the ability to consistently show up on time, ready to work, with an excellent attendance record.
- Tasked with Troubleshooting and servicing wind turbines in a safe and efficient manner.
- GWO (Global Wind Organization) certified. Entailing training in fall arrest and prevention equipment/standards, rescue from heights, confined space rescue, first aid certified, and various other rescue situations.
- Rigging inspection certified.
- HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) site lead tasked with holding weekly safety meetings, monthly fire extinguisher inspections, 1st aid kit inspections, spec pac inspections, 1st responder kit inspections.
- Showed the ability to work safely in a variety of different situations and weather types.
- Very familiar with daily and task specific PPE needs in an industrial setting. From hard hats to eye protection, hearing PPE and hand protection.
- Familiar with approach boundaries in regards to cabinets containing bus bars with varying different voltages and required PPE.
- Trained in high voltage PPE requirements from hot gloves to face shields/hoods and 40 cal full body suit.
- Worked extensively with Fluke multimeters and amp clamps etc.
- Maintained a high GPA in all required company learning material.
- Works well in a teamwork centric environment and is able to communicate well.
- Takes pride in keeping a clean and tidy work environment.
- Showed an aptitude in reading schematics in order to troubleshoot various situations.
- Stays physically fit year round in order to do a demanding job.
- Has shown the ability to work safely with all manner of hand tools and corded or battery powered tools.
Kitchen Lead - Apache Homelands Plaza
(2024-03 - 2024-10)
- Prepare menu items in a timely and clean manner.
- Handle point of sale transactions with good customer service being the priority.
- Showed ability to thrive in a teamwork based environment.
- Would keep a clean and tidy work environment.
- Serv safe food handler certified.
- Responsible for keeping inventory of all product on hand.
- Tasked with ordering all necessary menu items on a weekly basis.
- Performed weekly maintenance on kitchen equipment to ensure efficient operation.
HVAC Technician - Las Cruces Plumbing and Gas
(2021-10 - 2022-02)
- Consistently showed up on time and had a track record of reliable attendance.
- Service customer's heating and cooling equipment.
- Provided a pleasant and knowledgeable service experience.
- Troubleshooting a wide range of issues pertaining to HVAC.
- Was able to consistently work safely in a variety of different situations with no loss time incidents.
- Worked daily with a Fluke multimeter and amp clamp.
- Experienced in reading a variety of schematic diagrams.
- EPA certified to work with refrigerants (universal certification).
- Advised customers on the best route available (repairing or replacing) HVAC equipment.
HVAC Technician - J&S Plumbing and Heating
(2019-09 - 2021-09)
- Consistently showed up on time, fit for service, and maintained an excellent attendance record.
- Service customer's heating and cooling equipment.
- Provided a pleasant and knowledgeable service experience.
- Troubleshooting a wide range of issues pertaining to HVAC.
- Was able to consistently work safely in a variety of different situations (including different weather conditions) without any lost time incidents.
- Worked daily with a Fluke multimeter and amp clamp.
- EPA certified to work with refrigerants (universal certification).
- Advised customers on the best route available (repairing or replacing) HVAC equipment.
Tower Technician - Twn (trans world Network)
(2015-11 - 2017-11)
- Build microwave internet links for rural broadband company, working from heights of 250 to 300 feet to properly attach network communication for each tower.
- Work efficiently and effectively to build out an individual site in a one-week time frame.
- Was entrusted with a company credit card and vehicle. Upheld responsibilities involved with said company property.
- In charge of running electrical circuits to power tower sites.
- Experience running cables the length of towers to properly connect network gear.
- Maintain a consistent level of workmanship and professionalism to ensure timely completion of projects in order for the company to complete targeted goals.
apprentice electrician - gve (gila valley electric)
(2013-10 - 2015-10)
- Showed the ability to show up consistently on time, ready to work, with an excellent attendance record.
- Assisted journeyman electricians in a multitude of tasks ranging from residential to industrial environments.
- Worked safely and efficiently without any lost time incidents.
- Was able to work efficiently in a variety of different weather conditions without issue.
- Displayed knowledge of current NEC standards and practices and gained experience reading schematic diagrams.
- Worked with a wide assortment of conduit types including PVC, EMT, RMC, Aluminum, PVC coated RMC, and others.
- Extensive experience working with Fluke multimeters.
- Worked on residential Photo Voltaic systems.
- Experienced at bending conduit with both hand benders and hydraulic benders and assisted on numerous wire pulls.
- Wired various circuits such as luminaires, switches, panels, motors, and start stop stations.
- Gained experience with high voltage cable terminations and was introduced to motor controls and VFDs.
Technical advisor - Volt Worcforce Solutions
(2012-10 - 2013-04)
- Assisted customers with troubleshooting their iOS devices with professionalism and use of problem solving skills.
Expo cook - chilis bar & grill
(2011-08 - 2014-08)
- Memorized and prepared Chili's complete menu efficiently, often under time constraints.
- Oversaw kitchen preparation and necessary closing and cleaning duties to maintain restaurant standards.
Utility laborer/hvac helper - J&s plumbing and heating
(2007-06 - 2009-08)
- Assembled pipe lines, shoot grade, and backfill trenches along with other duties while working professionally in a team environment.
- Assisted the journeymen for a variety of projects, including completion of full HVAC installations and troubleshooting HVAC systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology - western new mexico university (2013 - 2015)
Certificate - Electrical Technology - western new mexico university (2013 - 2015)
History and Music Education - new mexico state university (2005 - 2008)