BRIAN SIMS
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Skilled Millwright with extensive knowledge and mechanical abilities, including HVAC system maintenance. Recognized expert in maintaining turbines and pump systems. Highly capable troubleshooter adept at performing root cause to determine performance issues. Able to disassemble machinery, inspect components, and recommend repairs. Competent Industrial Mechanic specializing in repair and maintenance of industrial machines and equipment. Solid background maintaining and servicing machinery used in industrial production. Recognized for ensuring optimal machine functionality, delivering maximum runtime, and minimizing idle time.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Millwright
Brown & Brown
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict housekeeping standards and promoting a culture of safety within the maintenance department.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Delivered timely emergency repairs to minimize production disruptions, swiftly identifying issues and implementing solutions.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Ensured optimal machine performance, conducting routine diagnostic tests and making necessary adjustments.
- Optimized production flow by aligning mechanical systems accurately within tight tolerances.
- Assisted in root cause analysis investigations following equipment malfunctions, aiding in the identification of corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Atkore
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Responded to maintenance repair requests using various tools and testing equipment.
- Diagnosed issues by listening to sounds, observing vibrations and testing equipment with precision measuring tools.
- Implemented root cause analysis to identify maintenance and repair issues.
- Conducted scheduled preventive maintenance on conveyors, production machines and motors.
- Generated preventive maintenance schedules and work orders to address ongoing and unscheduled maintenance requests.
- Arranged well-organized stock room, updated inventory and kept adequate supplies and equipment ready for assigned tasks.
- Cleaned machines and machine parts with cleaning solvents, air guns, and vacuums.
- Performed routine maintenance on building systems to ensure operational efficiency.
MILLWRIGHT FOREMAN
GreenBerry (TSMC)
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets and other fasteners.
- Responded to complaints related to functionality and breakdown issues, minimizing downtime by coordinating swift responses.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches and used gauges, indicators and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Aligned machines and equipment using micrometers, squares, rules, hand tools, and other devices.
- Secured materials and equipment after each shift to avoid theft or safety issues.
- Planned and supervised crew workflows, keeping timelines on schedule and coordinating personnel in job tasks.
- Compiled daily operational logs highlighting team's time and production records.
- Continuously monitored work areas and inspected equipment, quickly correcting unsafe conditions.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension, and positioned parts to set the correct clearances between the moving and stationary parts.
- Worked with the crane operators to coordinate the lowering of basic assembly units onto the bedplates and aligning them with the centerline.
IRONWORKER FOREMAN
GreenBerry (TSMC)
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Operated manual and power hammers to shape and forge iron ingots and finished pieces.
- Rigged cranes to hoist components, tools and equipment into place.
- Followed field instructions to connect columns, beams and girders.
- Aligned structural steel members in position to allow for successful riveting, bolting and welding.
- Read the job blueprints and specifications to determine where to locate columns, beams and girders.
- Used metal shears, torches and welding equipment to prepare iron pieces.
MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN
PIC (New Indy paper mill)
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Assembled and installed shafting, conveyors and tram rails using welder and other tools.
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets and other fasteners.
- Performed inspection and troubleshooting to keep machines operating at optimal functionality.
- Responded to complaints related to functionality and breakdown issues, minimizing downtime by coordinating swift responses.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches and used gauges, indicators and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Aligned machines and equipment using micrometers, squares, rules, hand tools, and other devices.
MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN
Trillium
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets, and other fasteners.
- Responded to complaints related to functionality and breakdown issues, minimizing downtime by coordinating swift responses.
- Assembled and installed shafting, conveyors, and tram rails using welder and other tools.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches, and used gauges, indicators, and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Finished all tasks and job duties, adhering to deadlines to avoid delays.
- Worked with the crane operators to coordinate the lowering of basic assembly units onto the bedplates and aligning them with the centerline.
- Used metal shears, torches, and welding equipment to prepare iron pieces.
- Used hoist systems to maneuver the steel members into place and turnbuckles, crowbars or jacks to make final adjustments.
SHEET METAL INSTALLER
NCW (Banner hospital)
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Monitored installed pipes and ducts to identify and fix issues.
- Followed directions and safety protocols to install pipe and duct systems.
- Assembled parts by seaming, bolting, screwing, riveting, and tacking.
- Utilized hand tools to cut, bend, and tighten structures.
- Planned and scheduled installations appropriately to meet deadlines and avoid interruptions.
- Fabricated ducts for HVAC systems to maximize their efficiency.
MILLWRIGHT
MW4H (new-indy/paper mill)
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Responded to complaints related to functionality and breakdown issues, minimizing downtime by coordinating swift responses.
- Improved maintenance efforts by identifying root causes and adjusting strategies to prevent similar breakdowns in future.
- Aligned machines and equipment using micrometers, squares, rules, hand tools, and other devices.
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets, and other fasteners.
- Assembled and installed shafting, conveyors, and tram rails using welder and other tools.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches, and used gauges, indicators, and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Dismantled machinery for resets and in-depth repairs to restore their proper functioning.
JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHT
W&K industrial (Redbull)
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Aligned machines and equipment using micrometers, squares, rules, hand tools, and other devices.
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets, and other fasteners.
- Assembled and installed shafting, conveyors, and tram rails using welder and other tools.
- Dismantled machinery for resets and in-depth repairs to restore their proper functioning.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches, and used gauges, indicators, and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bended, and bolted components to complete assigned tasks.
MILLWRIGHT/WELDER
ULG (UPS)
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Applied skills in metalworking to cut, weld and fabricate necessary parts for industrial repairs.
- Interpreted technical documentation such as manuals and schematics to complete accurate repairs.
- Troubleshot issues with Conveyors machinery and completed repairs.
- Disassembled and reassembled machinery regularly while assessing problems, removing parts and replacing worn components.
- Maintained regular maintenance schedule to keep equipment functioning properly, including cleaning, lubricating and calibrating parts.
- Altered, balanced, and calibrated industrial machinery.
- Finished all tasks and job duties, adhering to deadlines to avoid delays.
- Followed established guidelines and procedures.
- Rigged cranes to hoist components, tools, and equipment into place.
- Used metal shears, torches, and welding equipment to prepare iron pieces.
MILLWRIGHT
DCI (UPS)
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Positioned steel beams supporting bedplates of machines and determined work procedures based on knowledgeable reading of available blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Leveled the bedplate and established the centerline using straightedges, levels and transits.
- Assembled machines with bolts, welds, rivets, and other fasteners.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, created shop sketches, and used gauges, indicators, and micrometers to make precision measurements.
- Aligned machines and equipment using micrometers, squares, rules, hand tools, and other devices.
- Dismantled, straightened, reshaped, and reassembled parts to repair manufactured products.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bended, and bolted components to complete assigned tasks.
- Used equipment like forklifts, hand trucks and pallet jacks to safely move heavy items.
MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER
MHS Technologies
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Inspected assembled product to check for issues and meet quality standards.
- Conveyor installations, repairs, dismantled, and made propper fabrications.
- Operated different tools such as grinder, drills, saws, lasers, and basic hand tools.
- Operated various testing equipment required for periodic product and process testing.
- Learned and followed company and OSHA safety standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, drawings, and dimensions before beginning work.
- Assembled products in high-volume operation, performing various tasks on rotating basis.
QC INSPECTOR/FIREPROOFING
Fireproofing contractors, inc.
09.2009 - 05.2014
- Located defects in products and processes, recording evidence and recommending remedial action.
- Completed quality control and inspection sheets against ISO standards for maximum benefit.
- Recorded trends in defects to locate origin of issues and prevent recurrence.
- Used advanced inspection methods to develop and conduct quality programs.
- Inspected and tested raw materials and assemblies to prevent serious downstream errors.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
W.C.I.I
Milwaukee, WI06.2006
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment power management
- Preventive maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Equipment assembly
- Mechanical alignment
- Fabricate parts
- Signal operators
- Repair machinery
- Motivation
- Coordination
- Prioritization
- Training
- Creative thinking
- Equipment inspection
- Root cause analysis
- Column connection
- Welding
- Beam installation
- Crane rigging
- Steel structure bolting
- Beam hoisting
- OSHA Compliance
- Train workers
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Maintenance Millwright
Brown & Brown
11.2024 - 11.2025
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Atkore
06.2024 - 10.2024
MILLWRIGHT FOREMAN
GreenBerry (TSMC)
05.2023 - 05.2024
IRONWORKER FOREMAN
GreenBerry (TSMC)
05.2022 - 05.2023
MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN
PIC (New Indy paper mill)
04.2022 - 05.2022
MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN
Trillium
03.2022 - 04.2022
SHEET METAL INSTALLER
NCW (Banner hospital)
01.2022 - 02.2022
MILLWRIGHT
MW4H (new-indy/paper mill)
02.2021 - 05.2021
JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHT
W&K industrial (Redbull)
09.2020 - 03.2021
MILLWRIGHT/WELDER
ULG (UPS)
07.2020 - 09.2020
MILLWRIGHT
DCI (UPS)
12.2019 - 06.2020
MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER
MHS Technologies
07.2016 - 12.2019
QC INSPECTOR/FIREPROOFING
Fireproofing contractors, inc.
09.2009 - 05.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
W.C.I.I