DEMAR GROVER
Laplace,LA
Summary
Lead-man with 10 years of production experience in assessing repair needs and executing maintenance tasks. Proven ability to identify optimal solutions for maintenance requests while ensuring safety standards are met. Experienced in training maintenance staff to achieve performance goals. Strong communication and time management skills enhance team efficiency and project completion.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance/Millwright
Zen-Noh Grain Corporation
Convent , LA
02.2020 - Current
- Perform daily walk-through of facility and equipment, plan and prioritize day based on facility needs and supervisor input.
- Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance (per manufacturer’s recommendations and company policies) to maximize equipment life and reduce downtime.
- Troubleshoot reported or discovered equipment issues; repair and/or replace defective parts or requests assistance as needed.
Lead-Man Rolling Mill Production
Bayou Steel Group
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversee a group of 20+ employees.
- Measuring products and leveling equipment using slide rulers and bar size calibers to make sure the products meets the customer’s needs.
- Repairing equipment-using air tools, grinder, welding etc.
- Using mathematics (PMDAS) on floor sheets.
- Operating equipment such as overhead crane and forklift.
Lead-Man Tank Cleaning
USES Environmental
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
- Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.
- Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials.
- Routinely drained unwanted fluids gauged and recorded daily tank inventory.
- Coordinated ongoing maintenance and housekeeping of tanks.
- Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on a technical level.
Pipe Fitter Helper
Performance Contractors
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Assists pipefitter to assemble, install piping and fire watching.
- Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceilings to hold pipe.
- Installed valves, couplings and other fittings.
- Dissembled and remove damaged or worn pipe.
- Helped fill pipe system with water/air to determine system leaks.
- Assist in installation of high-pressure piping.
- Working in high and enclosed spaces, also climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending and lifting while working in extreme temperatures.
Education
Welding & GED -
Louisiana Technical College
Reserve, LA11.2005
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
Timeline
Maintenance/Millwright
Zen-Noh Grain Corporation
02.2020 - Current
Lead-Man Rolling Mill Production
Bayou Steel Group
08.2017 - 08.2019
Lead-Man Tank Cleaning
USES Environmental
04.2014 - 09.2017
Pipe Fitter Helper
Performance Contractors
08.2012 - 02.2014
Welding & GED -
Louisiana Technical College