Alexis Blankenship
Rocky Mount,Virginia
Summary
Millwright technician with extensive maintenance experience in steel manufacturing. Proficient in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs, resulting in increased operational uptime and enhanced safety. Dedicated to supporting production objectives and improving facility reliability while pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MILLWRIGHT TECHNICIAN
STEEL DYNAMICS
ROANOKE, VA
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted Rolling Mill and Melt Shop maintenance with equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to maximize operational uptime.
- Perform mechanical repairs on a variety of plant equipment and systems.
- Identified and repaired compressed air leaks, enhancing system efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Fabricate, install, and repair gates, signs, guards, and other plant infrastructure.
- Safely utilize hand tools, power tools, welding, and fabrication equipment to complete assigned work.
- Completed diverse projects to enhance plant reliability, bolster safety measures, and achieve production targets.
- Support Engineering and Safety departments with facility improvement and maintenance projects.
- Provided maintenance support throughout the plant as a daylight maintenance technician and floater.
- Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and maintenance best practices.
APPRENTICE
STEEL DYNAMICS
ROANOKE, VA
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Assisted maintenance and electrical teams in troubleshooting motors, drives, sensors, and mechanical equipment, improving operational reliability.
- On-the-job training with maintenance and electric shops, safely performing different types of maintenance tasks and jobs.
- Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as lubrication, equipment inspections, and part replacements.
- Adhered to safety procedures and lockout/tagout practices, ensuring a secure working environment.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams for repairs and installations.
- Collaborated with designated mentors during on-the-job training to enhance skills.
- Collaborated with technicians, electricians, and supervisors to complete projects efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained a GPA above 3.0 while balancing academic and work commitments.
- Able to handle school and on-the-job responsibilities effectively together.
WAREHOUSE CLERK
STEEL DYNAMICS
ROANOKE, VA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Operated forklifts and other equipment to load, unload, transport, and store goods.
- Received, unpacked, and inspected incoming shipments of merchandise.
- Performed regular cycle counts to ensure the accuracy of inventory levels.
- Labeled containers and products to facilitate efficient inventory tracking.
- Processed returns efficiently and accurately.
- Maintained clean warehouse area daily, ensuring safe and a safe and organized work environment.
REPAIR TECHNICIAN
IDK,INC
ROANOKE, VA
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Diagnosed system malfunctions, identifying solutions to resolve technical issues and restore vehicle performance.
- Serviced and repaired vehicle components, ensuring safety and functionality of brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, and engines.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, enhancing vehicle reliability.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following the manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added the correct amount of new oil.
PARKING ATTENDENT
EVENT STAFFING,INC
ROANOKE, VA
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers and provided information about parking fees, regulations, and services.
- Facilitated efficient parking by assisting customers in locating available spaces.
- Monitored entrances, exits, and lots to ensure compliance with parking policies.
- Collected payments for parking fees from customers.
- Managed traffic flows within the lot to ensure safety and order.
- Provided support to disabled drivers by escorting them to their vehicles upon request.
- Processed cash transactions accurately and promptly while adhering to all cash handling procedures.
- Assisted drivers in locating suitable parking spots efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2029
Associate of Applied Science - Roanoke, VA
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05-2026
Skills
- Mechanical repair and fabrication
- PLC fundamentals
- Blueprint reading
- Industrial software proficiency
- Hydraulic systems expertise
- Computer-aided design (CAD)
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- Digital Multimeter (DMM) – Festo NC3 | October 2024
- Fundamentals of Fluid Power - Pneumatics – Festo NC3 | November 2024
- Fundamentals of Fluid Power - Hydraulics – Festo NC3 | December 2024
- OSHA 30 - Virginia Western | December 2024
- AutoCAD - Autodesk | December 2024
- Fundamentals of Sensor Technology – Festo NC3 | February 2026
- Fundamentals of PLCs - Allen Bradley – Festo NC3 | March 2026
- Fundamentals of Electricity - DC – Festo NC3 | April 2026
- Fundamentals of Electricity - AC – Festo NC3 | April 2026
Timeline
MILLWRIGHT TECHNICIAN
STEEL DYNAMICS
05.2026 - Current
APPRENTICE
STEEL DYNAMICS
08.2024 - 05.2026
WAREHOUSE CLERK
STEEL DYNAMICS
08.2022 - 08.2024
REPAIR TECHNICIAN
IDK,INC
08.2020 - 01.2023
PARKING ATTENDENT
EVENT STAFFING,INC
06.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Old Dominion University
Associate of Applied Science - Roanoke, VA
Virginia Western Community College