Engaged in operations involving gas and steam turbines.
Collaborated with team to dismantle and repair units.
Handled procedures for extracting and installing turbine rotors.
Completed rotor swap for generators.
Installed new rotor bearings after careful removal of old ones.
Acknowledged for upholding high safety protocols and mitigating risks effectively.
Operated forklift to transport pallets and machinery parts.
Executed various rigging techniques.
Applied precision measuring instruments including feeler gauges, micrometers for internal and external measurements, depth finders, and dial indicators.
Millwright Journeyman
Central Midwest Council of Carpenters 1076/ Lesco
05.2021 - Current
Developed strong problem-solving skills through hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems under supervision from experienced millwrights.
Maintained an organized workspace, ensuring all tools were readily available for efficient task completion.
Facilitated machinery operations by aiding in necessary disassembly, transfers, and reassembly.
Increased workplace safety through careful adherence to protocols and guidelines during all tasks.
Utilized precision measuring tools to align machinery components accurately, resulting in smooth operations and minimal wear on parts.
Demonstrated versatility by working effectively on a variety of industrial equipment types and models.
Actively participated in safety meetings and trainings, contributing to a culture of heightened awareness and proactive risk mitigation.
Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts, and positioned parts using hand tools and measuring instruments with accuracy.
Assisted in the installation of new machinery for streamlined production processes.
Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
Utilized welding, soldering and brazing to modify and repair machinery.
Executed tasks involving dismantling and fixing diverse conveyors at the Ford truck manufacturing facility.
Welder/ Fabricator
Lantech
03.2012 - 04.2021
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, and Tig Welding techniques.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Worked on and fabricated conveyor systems and stretch wrap equipment.
Provided support in various departments when required.
Assisted in assembling conveyor systems and stretch wrap machinery.
Operated automated welding systems to enhance production processes.
Welding Trainee
Whitney M. Young Job Corps
01.2011 - 01.2012
Certifications/ AWS SENSE Level 1
SMAW - certification 2G, 3G on 3/8 inch carbon steel
Stick welding on 5/16 inch mild steel, 1-4F, 1-4G 3/8 inch carbon steel
GMAW certification
MIG welding on 3/8 in
( all positions) and 10 ga
Mild steel
FCAW-S - certification - all positions
FCAW-G - certification - all positions
Spray transfer certification - 1F, 2F, 1G
GTAW certification
Carbon steel (all positions)
Stainless steel 1F, 2F, 3F, 1G, 2G, and 3G
Aluminum 1F, 2F, 1G
Fabricated handrails for use on center:
Received and reviewed basic blueprints
Created fixture using grinder, portable band saw, measuring tape, etc
MIG welded the components
Fabricated fenders for Harley Davidson trike
Cut fender in half using a plasma arc cutter
Added metal to expand fender width
TIG welded the fender pieces together
Training - under supervision of certified welding instructors
Stick, MIG
Flux Core-S, Flux Core-G, and TIG welding in all positions
1G/ flat groove
2G/horizontal groove
3G/vertical groove
4G/ overhead groove
1F/ flat fillet
2F/ horizontal fillet
3F/ vertical fillet
4F/ overhead fillet
Plasma arc cutting
Used power tools including but not limited to grinders, drill presses, sheers, band saw stationary and hand held experienced, etc
Read blueprints and drawings
Can replace cutting tips: gauge material with a hand cutting torch and bevel base metal with hand torch
Certified in shielded metal arc, gas metal, flux core arc welding, hard wire, spray transfer, arc gouging, and plasma arc cutting
Converted the welding machines to handle different types of welding processes
Changed in/out gas and oxygen cylinder tanks
Ability to read and convert measurements
Followed all safety policies and procedures - Safety Certificate Award
Recreational Leader - Whitney M
Young Job Corps Center
Responsible for assuring recreational aides were performing their assigned duties
Enforced that students followed policies and procedures
Set up areas for business meetings and other special functions