Israel Opone

• Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Trained and supervised staff across various sites and locations on equipment maintenance and safety procedures.
• Resolved customer complaints in prompt, polite and professional approach. Responded promptly to emergency service calls, achieving a great average response time to critical issues, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
• Oversaw daily operations and maintenance activities for critical systems and equipment, achieving a positive uptime rate and minimizing operational disruptions, through effective use of quality checks & control. (O&M of 20kW, 30kw, 50kw, 100kw and 700kw sites).
• Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to successfully execute projects and achieve operational objectives, contributing to a 15% improvement in project completion timelines through streamlined processes and effective communication, applying skills in project execution and technical support. (Collaboration with other teams including the customer care department, Business Operations department, community engagement team, etc.)
• Conduct regular inspections of solar power plants, including panels, inverters, and other components, to identify any issues that may impact production or safety.
• Monitored various inverter systems remotely, effectively troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, leading to a reduction in system downtime and ensuring continuous power generation, leveraging skills in technical troubleshooting.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, including repairs, replacement of parts, and other necessary procedures.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, manage inventory of spare parts and equipment, and provide technical guidance to maintenance personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements related to the operation of solar power plants.
• Analyze power production data and implement improvements to maximize energy output and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults in the solar power system, and coordinate with vendors, operator and third-party service providers for repairs and replacement of equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to other team members, such as technicians and plant operators.

• Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency.
• Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products, over 50 machines and systems.
• Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes.
• Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations.
• Read and analyzed blueprints and project documentation to develop workflows and strategy.
• Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
• Repairs of existing systems to maintain functionality; systems including: Overhead electric crane chain hoist, electric motors and pumps.

• Tested students on knowledge of physics and retention of class lessons.
• Provided physics demonstrations to illustrate how coursework can be applied.
• Facilitated hands-on learning by creating and supervising laboratory activities and discussions.
• Managed course grade book and schedule of activities to direct students' learning progress.

• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Assisted with engineering calculations, design, preliminary cost estimates, and field visits to observe construction progress.

• Monitored and processed information for regulatory compliance.
• Calibrated Type equipment on weekly basis. Responsible for the calibration of temperature gauges, multimeters, loop testers, and other equipment, recognized for being on-call during emergencies and for committing to extended hours when necessary..
• Worked closely with engineers and assisted with testing of Type products. Responsible for all aspects of surface cabling work, including cable pulling, instrument installation, trunking, tray and ladder rack installation, confined space entry, small power and lighting setups, as well as cable termination and glanding.
• Interfaced with project management team to prepare engineering submittals and work plans.
• Assist in directing and overseeing electrical workshop repairs on high-voltage motors and equipment to ensure quality standards are met.
• Read and analyzed blueprints and project documentation to develop workflows and strategy.
• Collected, organized and modeled data to coordinate reports.
• Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve process and performance.