William Riley

Background

About William Riley

I’m a hands-on, solutions-driven professional with over a decade of experience in gas turbine service, controls, and field operations—supporting critical infrastructure in some of the most challenging environments in the U.S, including Prudhoe Bay and remote Alaskan oil fields. Currently working as a Turbine Technician with Hilcorp, I bring deep experience on GE Frame, Rolls-Royce RB211, Ruston, Solar and Sulzer turbines, with a strong focus on controls troubleshooting, re-controls, and Allen-Bradley PLCs. Previously, I spent 11 years with Solar Turbines as a Field Service Representative, performing commissioning, inspections, engine swaps, emissions testing, and complex diagnostics across power generation and gas compression units—often on 24/7 call to maintain high uptime and reliability. I’ve built a reputation for being calm under pressure, technically thorough, and committed to safety, working under Caterpillar's rigorous HSSE standards. Outside of my field work, I own and operate a rental property business, Game of Homes LLC, where I manage all aspects of property management, renovations, and real estate investment. I act as general contractor on flips and rehabs, giving me additional depth in project management, budgeting, and contractor coordination. With dual Bachelor's degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Chemistry from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, I combine technical knowledge with field experience to solve real-world problems efficiently and safely. I’m always open to connecting with others in the energy, controls, and industrial maintenance space.