Dave Hernandez Email & Phone Number

Terre Haute, In, Us

Texas, United States

During this tenure, I was planning and managing the day-to-day operations for two wind farms, focusing on improving processes and ensuring top-notch safety practices. My role involves overseeing teams, enforcing safety protocols like LOTO and JHA, and collaborating with various stakeholders to maximize energy production. Additionally, I am overseeing all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to keep everything running smoothly.Key Accomplishments:•Maintained zero lost time or recordable injuries from 2012 to 2023 through site-specific safety policies.•Maximized energy output by optimizing Production-Based Availability (PBA) and improving contract transitions.•Enabled the transition from contractor oversight to full operational control, boosting site efficiency.•Administered SCADA systems and troubleshot electrical issues and minimize anomalies.•Led and guided a team of 11 technicians aimed at enhancing site performance and reliability.•Ensured compliance with all NERC and FERC requirements while maintaining strong collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.

Illinois, United States

Description: At Camp Grove, I planned and managed daily operations when site management was unavailable, ensuring everything ran smoothly and productively. My role included overseeing maintenance and repairs, coordinating third-party contractor work, and streamlining parts and supply management through SAP. I also resolved critical alerts and conducted safety audits to keep the site safe and efficient.Key Accomplishments:• Trained a team of seven technicians, boosting their skills and improving site efficiency.• Implemented new procedures that enhanced both safety and operational performance.• Analyzed turbine data to increase reliability and reduce potential repair costs

Fort Liberty, North Carolina, United States

Led a team of 12 in the repair and maintenance of hydraulic components for optimal workflow and productivity. Mentored six apprentice mechanics in hydraulic system maintenance, including overhauling, repairing, maintaining, and calibrating flight controls and components; enhanced their technical skills and job performance. Improved the calibration schedules, maintenance, and repair for over 700 calibrated tools.