James Daniel Smith
Fayetteville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Mechanical Technician with a proven track record at HESS GS1, enhancing maintenance efficiency and safety through expert mechanical troubleshooting and effective coaching. Skilled in equipment monitoring and hazard awareness, I've significantly improved the performance of the mechanical department and mentored new technicians, ensuring high standards of maintenance execution and workplace safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Technician A
DANOS HESS GS1
01.2020 - Current
- Serve as Senior Mechanic during vacancies.
- Actively participate in emergency response team.
- Champion hazard identification and awareness within my team and coworkers.
- Support leadership in LEAN thinking and maintenance efficiency.
- Resolve mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assemble and disassemble equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Diagnose mechanical problems and assist in planning how to correct issues.
- Maintain clean and organized work area to easily locate tools and equipment.
- Inspect and test equipment, machinery and components to recognize defects
- Ensure safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries
- Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
- Wrote work orders and parts fabrication requests.
- Trained and supervised new technicians in maintenance of equipment.
Mechanic A
WOOD Group Anadarko
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for onsite repair and maintenance of SOLAR turbines in coordination with SOLAR FSR
- Repaired and rebuilt Caterpillar engines on diesel driven equipment.
- Lead mechanic on centrifugal, vane and piston pumps for fluid transfer, including overhaul and mechanical seal replacement.
- Active team member in repair and maintenance of air and gas compression.
- Documented detailed records of equipment maintenance using computerized maintenance management systems.
Lead Field Mechanic
Talos Energy
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Participated in regular safety training sessions, applying best practices to maintain a safe working environment for all team members.
- Conducted thorough post-repair quality checks to ensure all work was completed to the highest standards, minimizing the risk of future failures.
- Reduced downtime for crucial machinery by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex mechanical issues promptly.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing training and guidance to junior mechanics on proper procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities to facilitate accurate tracking of equipment history.
Lead Field Mechanic
Wood Group
03.2011 - 06.2017
- Provided rapid response to emergency breakdowns in the field, mitigating potential losses in productivity or revenue.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining an organized inventory of parts and tools, minimizing delays in addressing mechanical issues.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
- Trained and mentored new employees to encourage growth and experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School
Fayetteville, TN06.2000
Skills
- Safe Execution
- Hazard Awareness
- Coaching and mentoring
- Equipment monitoring
- Maintenance Execution
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Schedule Optimization
Certification
- Advanced Marine Firefighting
- THUET
- T2
- Rigging
Timeline
Mechanical Technician A
DANOS HESS GS1
01.2020 - Current
Mechanic A
WOOD Group Anadarko
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lead Field Mechanic
Talos Energy
06.2017 - 06.2018
Lead Field Mechanic
Wood Group
03.2011 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School