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Billy Johnson

Billy Johnson

Granbury,TX

Summary

Results-oriented supervisor with over 20 years of experience in machine maintenance and mechanical production. Proven track record in enhancing team performance and achieving business objectives through strong communication and decision-making skills. Expertise in maintaining safety and service standards while driving operational efficiency. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Level 4 Maintenance Mechanic Lead

Vista Sand
2021 - Current
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on production machinery to reduce downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical failures, ensuring swift resolution to maintain production schedules.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, improving workflow and safety standards.
  • Trained junior mechanics on equipment operation and maintenance procedures to foster skill development.
  • Implemented new maintenance tracking system, increasing transparency and accountability within the team.
  • Established routine inspections for critical equipment, proactively identifying potential issues before escalation.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for repairs, enhancing consistency and reliability of maintenance practices.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.

Maintenance Lead Technician

South Texas Frac
10.2019 - 11.2021
  • Over see all aspects of plant maintenance. Up to 10 maintenance mechanics under my supervision. Coordinate with plant managers and safety coordinators inorder to ensure plant runs at a profitable and safe level of production. Including belts, bearings, gearboxes, conveyors equipment, pumps, and electrical equipment.
  • Plant Coach
  • Oversaw maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards.
  • Developed preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Led a team of technicians in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical systems.
  • Implemented training programs for staff on maintenance best practices and equipment handling.

Plant Coach

Badger Mining Corporation
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Over see all aspects of plant, including dry, wash, load out, mine in order to make sure the plant runs efficiently and profitably. Daily meetings with plant lead. Over see all schedules conflicts with all associates including time off and vacations. Handle all disciplinary actions when needed. Scheduled outside vendors to come into plant for various reasons. Sit in on new hire interviews.
  • Evaluated schedules, orders and forecasts to plan operational processes and meet timetables
  • Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
  • Over seen and documented the rotex team in order to make a more profitable product
  • Met with MSHA inspector and had our first inspection, with no citations
  • Maintenance Supervisor/ Shift Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor/ Shift Supervisor

High Roller Sand
12.2017 - 06.2018
  • Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality
  • Established and implemented new procedures for standard maintenance scheduling
  • Supervised facility operations, including preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to maximize workflow and efficiency
  • Cultivated performance-based and collaborative culture by recognizing achievements and promoting from within Cataloged daily production and documented materials use in micro soft to keep maint leads informed of activities
  • Monitored employee performance and safety, conducting retraining to correct problems and optimize productivity
  • I was the employee rep for our first MSHA inspection
  • Coordinated with internal departments to maximize operational efficiency across production and administrative areas
  • Over seen all aspects of plant maintenance and plant production. Started at plant being the third person hired, from the start up of plant.
  • Production Superintendent

Production Superintendent

US Silica
08.2015 - 12.2016
  • Supervised and evaluated the performance of the production personnel, including quality inspectors and workers
  • Managed and evaluated machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime Set and communicated ambitious production goals to all personnel and conveyed problems or obstacles to senior management
  • Created schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels
  • Oversaw the production process and selected, ordered and purchased production materials
  • Ensured that all health and safety regulations were met and determined quality control standards Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready at all times, maintaining strict compliance with msha guidelines to keep products within tight tolerances
  • Level 3 chief pipeline inspector

Level 3 chief pipeline inspector

Applied Consultants
02.2009 - 08.2015
  • Started as a utility inspector and was promoted to level 3 chief.
  • Overseen installation of natural gas pipelines, compressors and meter runs. Held daily meetings with contractors and reported directly to energy transfer personnel. Built all azfab drawings and designed all above ground welded fabrication inorder to tie into meter runs. Was responsible for keeping up with all weld mapping of pipeline. Was also responsible for putting together all books of certifications on welders and xrays.
  • Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Hood County Sand
05.1999 - 02.2009
  • Started as heavy equipment operator, and was moved to maintenance and then promoted to maintenance supervisor. Was in charge of day to day maintenance operations. Had up to 20 maintenance technicians at any given time. Coordinated with plant managers and EOG managers to all planned shutdowns. Implemented pervinated maintenance schedules for lubes technicians. Was responsible for all needed materials including belts,gearboxes, bearings, pumps, motors, etc. During my time at hood County we went 4.5 years without a single MSHA citation. Also went 8 years without a lost time accident.

Education

Aws 4G And 6G Welding Certification -

Hill College
Hillsboro, TX

High School Diploma - undefined

Cleburne High School
Cleburne, TX

Skills

  • Maintenance expertise
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking ability
  • Training facilitation

Certification

  • AWS WELDING CERTIFICATIONS 4G
  • March 1999 to Present

Additional Information

  • SKILLS
  • Safety awareness Strong team member
  • Processing equipment proficiency Meeting deadlines
  • Problem solving Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Hiring and training Computer application
  • Employee training Time management
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Flexibility

Timeline

Maintenance Lead Technician

South Texas Frac
10.2019 - 11.2021

Plant Coach

Badger Mining Corporation
06.2018 - 01.2019

Maintenance Supervisor/ Shift Supervisor

High Roller Sand
12.2017 - 06.2018

Production Superintendent

US Silica
08.2015 - 12.2016

Level 3 chief pipeline inspector

Applied Consultants
02.2009 - 08.2015

Maintenance Supervisor

Hood County Sand
05.1999 - 02.2009

High School Diploma - undefined

Cleburne High School

Level 4 Maintenance Mechanic Lead

Vista Sand
2021 - Current

Aws 4G And 6G Welding Certification -

Hill College

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