Allen Smith
Merryville
Summary
Dynamic Extraction Technician with extensive experience at Turn 2 Specialty Companies, skilled in operating extraction equipment and ensuring safety compliance. Proven ability to perform equipment maintenance and rigging, demonstrating strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. Committed to achieving operational excellence and fostering a safe work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Extractor Operator/Boilermaker
Turn 2 Specialty Companies
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Operate extraction equipment: Use the bundle extractor machine to pull the tube bundle from the heat exchanger shell and to reinstall it.
- Perform rigging: Set up and use rigging equipment, direct crane operators using hand signals, and ensure all lifts are performed according to safety best practices.
- Safety and compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures, including JSA (Job Safety Analysis) and permit-to-work systems. Identify and report hazards, and ensure proper use of safety equipment.
- Equipment maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, such as greasing equipment and inspecting for defects, and keep the work area clean.
- Paperwork and recordkeeping: Complete and maintain all necessary job paperwork, such as work permits, inspection logs, and production reports.
- Equipment inspection: Inspect both the extractor equipment and the heat exchanger components before, during, and after the extraction process.
- Fork Lift Operations: Inspection of proper operation of fork lift. Moving and handling material and equipment
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- installed chem clean piping
- replaced valves and components
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
A-O-K Transport
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Operated and maintained commercial trucks in compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed timely deliveries, ensuring optimal route planning and fuel efficiency.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle readiness and safety standards.
- Developed strong customer relationships through professional communication and service.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Boilermaker
Groome Industries
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Cut and removed blown tubes from boiler
- Replaced tubes to spec and fitted for welder
- Welded water walls back together
- Operated and maintained welding equipment for boiler fabrication and repair.
- Assisted in the assembly of boiler components to ensure proper alignment and fit.
Boilermaker
Westinghouse
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted in assembling and installing boilers, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections on boiler systems to identify maintenance needs.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
Extraction Technician
REPCON
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Operate extraction equipment: Use the bundle extractor machine to pull the tube bundle from the heat exchanger shell and to reinstall it.
- Perform rigging: Set up and use rigging equipment, direct crane operators using hand signals, and ensure all lifts are performed according to safety best practices.
- Safety and compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures, including JSA (Job Safety Analysis) and permit-to-work systems. Identify and report hazards, and ensure proper use of safety equipment.
- Equipment maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, such as greasing equipment and inspecting for defects, and keep the work area clean.
- Paperwork and recordkeeping: Complete and maintain all necessary job paperwork, such as work permits, inspection logs, and production reports.
- Equipment inspection: Inspect both the extractor equipment and the heat exchanger components before, during, and after the extraction process.
- Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift, turning in equipment logs to supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Merryville High School
Merryville, LA01-2006
Skills
- Extraction equipment operation
- Rigging equipment setup
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical Inclined
- Forklift operations
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Extractor Operator/Boilermaker
Turn 2 Specialty Companies
07.2025 - 08.2025
Boilermaker
Groome Industries
05.2025 - 05.2025
Boilermaker
Westinghouse
04.2025 - 05.2025
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
A-O-K Transport
06.2021 - 06.2025
Extraction Technician
REPCON
03.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Merryville High School