Derrick Windham
Jennings,FL
Summary
To secure a position that will allow me to contribute to the overall success of the company
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician II
Swift Straw
Jasper,Florida
07.2021 - 06.2026
- Conducted preventative maintenance on production equipment to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
- Implemented safety protocols in compliance with industry standards to enhance workplace safety.
- Trained junior technicians on machinery operation and maintenance best practices to improve team performance.
Granular Operator
Nutrien Ag Solutions
White Springs, FL
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Responsible for fertilizer production in fertilizer plant
- Performance of quality control metrics and tests on fertilizer products being produced
- Completion of finished product shipping which includes loading of rail cars and trucks
- Operation of train rail cars for product shuttle and production coordination
- Monitored phosphoric acid supply during production and adjusted as necessary
Brickmason/Laborer
Industry Services Co., Inc.
Lake City, FL
11.2014 - 07.2017
- Worked as a contractor at Nutrien Ag Solutions
- Performed many various types of general/preventative maintenance tasks
- Completed area clean-up responsibilities as assigned by the chief operator or area supervisor
- Operated various types of heavy machinery including forklifts, Bob Cats, dump trucks, and material handlers
- Executed other types of labor-intensive duties throughout the facility
Saw Line Operator
Klausner Lumber One LLC
Live Oak, FL
12.2014 - 04.2017
- Operated Link saw line and ensured optimum productivity and quality
- Completed preventative maintenance and upkeep on entire saw line
- Trained new operators and helpers on correct and efficient operation of saw line
- Tested lumber for product quality control and correct saw line calibration
- Used saw line software to operate in conjunction with raw material selection, production, and waste management
Brickmason/Welder
Zampell Refractories
Tampa, FL
07.2008 - 04.2013
- Traveled the continental United States and overseas to work at numerous power plants, paper mills, and saw mills
- Performed refractory and maintenance related work in many various domestic and foreign industrial settings
- Completed repairs on multiple industrial components including boilers and furnaces along with fire brick masonry in rotary kilns
Education
Brick and Block Masonry Certification - undefined
Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center
Live Oak, FL05-2008
Diploma - undefined
Hamilton County High School
Jasper, FL05-2008
Skills
Completed OSHA/MSHA training for ammonia levels 1 and 2
Assisted with welding tasks as a non-certified welder
Operated heavy machinery to aid in various projects
Applied lockout/tagout and confined space procedures to uphold safety
Achieved Florida Ready to Work Silver Credential
Supported team initiatives by demonstrating leadership skills
Displayed strong work ethic and adaptability while learning new tasks
Accomplishments
- Set saw line production records while at Klausner Lumber
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician II
Swift Straw
07.2021 - 06.2026
Granular Operator
Nutrien Ag Solutions
08.2017 - 03.2021
Saw Line Operator
Klausner Lumber One LLC
12.2014 - 04.2017
Brickmason/Laborer
Industry Services Co., Inc.
11.2014 - 07.2017
Brickmason/Welder
Zampell Refractories
07.2008 - 04.2013
Diploma - undefined
Hamilton County High School
Brick and Block Masonry Certification - undefined
Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center