Alton Smothers
Carencro,LA
Summary
Reliable Millwright with background in industrial machinery installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, blueprints interpretation, precision measurement and machine alignment. Demonstrated strengths include problem-solving capabilities, teamwork skills and safety adherence. Proven track record of increasing machinery efficiency and reducing downtime in previous roles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright
QLM Staffing
Westlake, LA
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
Millwright
Trillium Construction
Port Sulfur, Lake
02.2018 - 12.2024
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed on machinery.
- Monitored the operation of machinery during production runs.
- Adjusted machinery and repaired or replaced defective parts to save company on repair fees.
- Lubricated moving parts of machinery at regular intervals to prevent breakdowns.
Millwright/Ironworker
Craftforce
Moscow, OH
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies and adjusted, leveled and tensioned machines and components.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Calibrated instruments such as pressure gauges and thermometers for accuracy of readings.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
Insulation/Sheet Metal Worker
DOCO Industrial Insulators
Scott, Louisiana
11.2014 - 04.2016
- Fabricated, assembled, installed, and repaired sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings.
- Constructed frames by bending flat sheets into specified shapes using hammers or press brakes.
- Cut sheets of metal into required shapes using hand tools or powered cutting tools.
Rigger/Pipefitter
Fluid Crane and Construction
New Iberia, LA
07.2011 - 10.2014
- Coordinated structural and heavy lifts with properly rigged equipment.
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
- Used bolts and clamps to attach pulleys and fix beams, ceilings and gin pole booms.
Rigger/Fitter
OMEGA
New Iberia, LA
03.2007 - 05.2011
- Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
- Position stage scenery, lighting fixtures, props, and other objects with precision accuracy using hoists, pulleys, winches, lifts, and cranes.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
Education
GED -
New Iberia Senior High
New Iberia, LA05-1984
Skills
- Structural welding
- Machinery installation
- Motor tuning
- Productivity and safety improvement
- Issue and problem resolution
- Mechanical tool usage
- Mechanical tools
- Parts repair
- Machinery assembly
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Twic Card, OSHA !0 Certificate, Basic Plus,
Affiliations
Good Communication Skills, Problem Solver, Leadership Skills, Work well with others, Speak Fluent English
Timeline
Millwright
QLM Staffing
09.2024 - 12.2024
Millwright
Trillium Construction
02.2018 - 12.2024
Millwright/Ironworker
Craftforce
05.2016 - 01.2018
Insulation/Sheet Metal Worker
DOCO Industrial Insulators
11.2014 - 04.2016
Rigger/Pipefitter
Fluid Crane and Construction
07.2011 - 10.2014
Rigger/Fitter
OMEGA
03.2007 - 05.2011
GED -
New Iberia Senior High
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