Meet the team
Who are we?
At Pinnacle Career Institute, our team is the backbone of our success. With extensive industry experience and a deep commitment to excellence, our staff brings unmatched expertise to everything we do. Each team member prioritizes safety, upholds the highest standards of professionalism, and is dedicated to preparing the next generation of skilled technicians.
Whether it's guiding students through hands-on training or offering support as they step into their careers, our team is passionate about equipping individuals with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in their industries. At Pinnacle Career Institute, you're not just learning a trade — you're learning from the best in the business.

Dillon Wadsack
Dillon Wadsack is a former college basketball player who earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Trinity in Deerfield, Illinois. With 9 years of trade school experience, he combines academic knowledge, athletic discipline, and practical skills to excel in diverse professional settings.
Trevor Burgin
Trevor Burgin, a Lead GWO Instructor, brings extensive experience in wind turbine training and safety. Passionate about equipping others for success, he specializes in preparing individuals to work safely and efficiently in wind energy, shaping the next generation of skilled professionals.
Joey Silva
Joey, a Texas A&M grad, has hands-on experience as a wind turbine technician, with expertise in electrical, mechanical, and turbine-specific tasks. His six years in National Guard search and rescue bring first-aid and fire safety skills, making him a true safety expert in the field.
Edgar Gonzalez
Edgar Gonzalez has over four years of experience as a traveling technician, focusing on the Northeast. A U.S. Army Reservist, he served two years on active duty, leaving in July 2024. Now, as a GWO Trainer with PCI, he’s excited to share his expertise and passion for the wind energy industry.
Dillon Bothwell
Dillon Bothwell, a former traveling wind turbine service technician with 7 years of experience, specializes in electrical systems and safety. Passionate about teaching, he combines hands-on expertise with a commitment to delivering high-quality training and fostering a safe, engaging learning environment.
Nic Garner
Nic Garner is a GWO Trainer specializing in advanced rescue and working at heights. His focus is on ensuring that everyone enters the field safer than when they arrived. Nic has been with Pinnacle Career Institute for over a year and looks forward to many more.
Jared Heitz
Jared Heitz is a GWO Trainer specializing in advanced rescue and working at heights. He was previously the Program Director for PCI's Wind Turbine Technician certificate training program and has been working with PCI for 5+ years.
Blaine Pettipiece
Blaine is an Army combat veteran and 2016 graduate of PCI's wind program. With over 4 years in the field as a site tech performing maintenances, troubleshooting, and high voltage and switching operations for BOP. He has been with PCI since 2020 and is excited to share his knowledge and expertise with others.
Reach out to Dillon Wadsack, Executive Director of Business Development. Call 816-389-2507 or email dwadsack@pcitraining.edu.
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