Derek Wager
Hilton
Summary
Highly motivated individual with professional experience in multiple welding and maintenance positions seeking an opportunity for growth in the field of mechanical and equipment maintenance. Experience with a range of installation, repairs, and general maintenance of various equipment in addition to strong, professional inter-personal skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Mechanic
NYS Canal Corporation
04.2024 - Current
- Improved vessel performance by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on marine engines and mechanical systems.
- Maintained fleet reliability by managing inventory of spare parts and coordinating timely replacements.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining marine engines to ensure optimal team performance.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
- Upheld high quality standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring all repairs were completed accurately and efficiently.
Mechanic
R.M. Landscape
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Maintenance Mechanic
U.S. Salt
05.2019 - 11.2022
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
- Enhanced safety measures by strictly adhering to railroad regulations and conducting thorough pre-departure inspections.
- Guided new hires through on-the-job training, sharing valuable insights and best practices for success in the conductor role.
Fabrication Welder
CAFUSA
01.2013 - 02.2016
- Welded Amtrak railcars using GMAW and GTAW practices
- Worked alongside customer to complete and resolve issues
- Used non-destructive testing to determine problems and make necessary repairs to products
- Followed blueprints to complete tasks
- worked in team setting
- Operated single & dual overhead cranes and fork trucks to assemble railcars
Welder/fitter
Collins & Walton Plumbing & Heating
02.2011 - 11.2012
- Used SMAW practices to install heating & cooling piping commercially
- Followed blueprints to install thousands of feet of piping
- Operated various power tools to complete jobs
- Worked independently from direct supervision
Welder/Fitter/Maintenance Technician
Frey & Campbell
10.2009 - 11.2011
- Worked under ISO 9001 environmental & safety standards
- Practiced SMAW & GTAW protocol to install heating and cooling piping in commercial buildings
- Used various installation practices for different types of piping (threaded, victaulic, plastic, & copper)
- Followed blueprints to install thousands of feet of piping
- Performed installations and repairs on commercial plumbing, HVAC, steam, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Worked in small teams or independently of direct supervision
Traveling Welder
Northland Process Piping Inc.
06.2008 - 08.2009
- Installed food grade stainless steel piping in food plants
- Used GTAW practices
- Installed using blueprint reading along with modifications
- Worked independently or with a helper
Education
Associates in Welding - Welding
Alfred State College
Alfred, NY05-2008
Skills
- Welder certifications
- Mechanic Experience
- Industrial Maintenance
- Knowledge in light to heavy equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Strong & safe work ethic
- Dependable independent worker
Certification
- USCG 100 Ton Master Captains License 2021-present
- AWS Level 1 & 2 Welding Certifications
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED 2024-2026
- Drivers License November 2021-October 2031
Timeline
Marine Mechanic
NYS Canal Corporation
04.2024 - Current
Mechanic
R.M. Landscape
12.2022 - 05.2023
Maintenance Mechanic
U.S. Salt
05.2019 - 11.2022
Conductor
Norfolk Southern
01.2016 - 05.2019
Fabrication Welder
CAFUSA
01.2013 - 02.2016
Welder/fitter
Collins & Walton Plumbing & Heating
02.2011 - 11.2012
Welder/Fitter/Maintenance Technician
Frey & Campbell
10.2009 - 11.2011
Traveling Welder
Northland Process Piping Inc.
06.2008 - 08.2009
Associates in Welding - Welding
Alfred State College
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