Anthony Davenport
Andalusia,AL
Summary
A veteran of the United States Army with exceptional discipline and leadership qualities. Experience in welding, millwrighting, turbine mechanics/welding, and pipefitting along with heavy equipment such as Excavators, Skid-steers, Lulls, and Bulldozers. I will work as many hours needed to make sure a job is complete on time with little to no mistakes. I do not take shortcuts and am always on time. I'm very good at working well with others and will do my job to the best of my ability 100% of the time.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Steam Turbine Millwright
Nesco Resource
Houston, Texas
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Installed and repaired turbine equipment in industrial settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance on mechanical systems and components.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
- Assembled various turbine components according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians when needed.
- Installed new turbine components such as bearings, seals, shafts, and impellers.
Steam Turbine Technician/Welder
Gulf Turbine Services
Birmingham, Alabama
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Performed troubleshooting on electrical and mechanical systems to ensure functionality.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new wind turbine units.
- Conducted regular inspections of wind turbine components for maintenance needs.
- Operated specialized tools and equipment for maintenance tasks effectively.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in turbine technology and safety.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress of tasks assigned.
- Operated a variety of hand-held power tools in order to perform repairs.
- Aligned rotor blades according to manufacturer specifications.
Operator/Foreman
Bryant Heavy Haul
Andalusia, Alabama
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality or service issues promptly.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conformances related to products and processes.
- Identified process deficiencies and developed solutions to improve operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of materials when needed.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Maintenance Millwright
J&L Industries
Brewton, Alabama
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Welded broken parts or fabricated new ones when needed.
- Ensured that all safety procedures are followed while performing any repair job.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and troubleshot a variety of mechanical systems including pumps, motors, conveyors and other related machinery.
Millwright/Welder
GA West
Brewton, Alabama
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
Turbine Technician
Renewable Concepts
Neodesha, Kansas
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Contributed to a reduction in rework costs by consistently delivering accurate welds that met or exceeded industry standards.
- Maintained full set of personal tools to use on jobs.
- Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
- Conducted routine inspections of turbine systems for optimal performance.
- Performed maintenance tasks on wind turbine components and equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new turbine systems and upgrades.
Pipe Welder
CCSI
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing and managing workload.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
Pipe/Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
- Provided guidance for junior welders, fostering a supportive workplace environment focused on growth and improvement.
Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
- Utilized advanced blueprint reading skills for accurately interpreting project requirements prior to commencing work.
- Completed complex welding assignments under tight deadlines without compromising safety or workmanship standards.
Pipe Welder
CCSI
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing and managing workload.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated robotic cells machinery.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Millwright/Welder
Capstone Logistics, LLC
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Expertly performed Millwright/Welder duties at Capstone Logistics LLC
- Collaborated in the demolition of Nuclear Energy stacks
- Innovatively repaired and welded new stacks
- Operated lifts/lulls with precision
- Enhanced plant efficiency through meticulous maintenance
Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Enhanced structural integrity by executing precise welding techniques on various materials.
Pipe/Structural Welder
Mill Maintenance of America
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Used STICK and TIG welding on structural supports & Piping
Structural Welder
Process Barron
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
Structural Welder
Process Barron
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Wind Turbine Technician
Gulf
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of wind turbine systems.
- Diagnosed electrical and mechanical issues in turbine operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Operated specialized tools for installation and maintenance tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed.
- Implemented best practices for efficient wind turbine operation and upkeep.
- Aligned rotor blades according to manufacturer specifications.
- Troubleshot technical issues using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Installed new control systems to improve efficiency of turbines.
Shop Foreman/Welder
Bryant's Heavy Haul
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Led Bryant's Heavy Haul shop operations as Shop Foreman, ensuring seamless workflow
- Expertly performed welding tasks, maintaining high-quality standards
- Managed mechanical repairs, ensuring optimal equipment performance
- Handled hauling duties, ensuring safe and timely delivery
- Stepped in during off-peak periods, demonstrating adaptability and commitment
Millwright
Turner Industries
Decatur , AL
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Millwright/Welder
Turner Industries
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Expertly dismantled damaged turbines at Turner Industries
- Efficiently executed welding and grinding repairs
- Skillfully fitted new parts to enhance turbine performance
- Resolved mechanical issues to ensure optimal operations
- Significantly reduced downtime through swift and effective repairs
Welder/Pipe-fitter
Mullins Mechanical & Welding
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Expertly installed piping for sprinkler systems, ensuring efficient water flow
- Proficiently welded I-beams to create robust hangers
- Demonstrated innovative problem-solving skills in mechanical room construction
- Significantly improved infrastructure stability through precise welding techniques
E-5/ SGT
United States Army
12.2019 - 03.2023
- Served as E-5/SGT in the United States Army
- Instilled discipline and team skills
- Developed problem-solving abilities
- Contributed to mission success
- Augmented unit cohesion
Millwright
Airtek Construction
Troy, Alabama
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
Millwright Apprentice
Brown & Root Industrial Services
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
- Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
- Installed electrical wiring for new equipment according to blueprints provided by engineers.
Education
Journeyman/OSHA 10 - Welding, Millwrights, And Turbine Techs
Veterans In Piping
Killeen, TX 04.2023 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Red Level High School
Red Level05.2019
Skills
- Welding
- Solar Pannels
- Heavy Equipment operating
- Blueprint/Plan Reading
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Construction
- Wind turbines
- Steam Turbines
- Engines & Turbine motors
- Commitment
- Mechanical Repairs
- Lock Installations
- Cell Installations
- Camera Installations
- Adaptability
- Organization
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership Development
Timeline
Steam Turbine Millwright
Nesco Resource
06.2025 - 08.2025
Steam Turbine Technician/Welder
Gulf Turbine Services
04.2025 - 06.2025
Operator/Foreman
Bryant Heavy Haul
03.2025 - 04.2025
Maintenance Millwright
J&L Industries
01.2025 - 02.2025
Millwright/Welder
GA West
12.2024 - 01.2025
Turbine Technician
Renewable Concepts
10.2024 - 11.2024
Pipe Welder
CCSI
10.2024 - 10.2024
Pipe/Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
10.2024 - 10.2024
Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
09.2024 - 09.2024
Pipe Welder
CCSI
09.2024 - 09.2024
Structural Welder
Elite Tradesmen
08.2024 - 08.2024
Pipe/Structural Welder
Mill Maintenance of America
08.2024 - 08.2024
Structural Welder
Process Barron
07.2024 - 07.2024
Structural Welder
Process Barron
06.2024 - 06.2024
Wind Turbine Technician
Gulf
12.2023 - 02.2024
Shop Foreman/Welder
Bryant's Heavy Haul
10.2023 - 11.2023
Millwright
Turner Industries
09.2023 - 10.2023
Millwright/Welder
Capstone Logistics, LLC
09.2023 - 09.2024
Millwright/Welder
Turner Industries
06.2023 - 08.2023
Journeyman/OSHA 10 - Welding, Millwrights, And Turbine Techs
Veterans In Piping
04.2023 - 06.2023
Welder/Pipe-fitter
Mullins Mechanical & Welding
04.2023 - 06.2023
E-5/ SGT
United States Army
12.2019 - 03.2023
Millwright
Airtek Construction
10.2019 - 12.2019
Millwright Apprentice
Brown & Root Industrial Services
04.2019 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Red Level High School