Devin Tennant
Burton
Summary
Dynamic Operations and Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at NAES Hill Top Energy Center. Expert in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal equipment performance. Strong communicator and team collaborator, adept at project planning and record keeping, driving efficiency and safety compliance in all operations. Skilled in maintenance and repair with background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations and Maintenance Technician
NAES Hill Top Energy Center
Carmichaels
06.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Conducted pre-job bid meetings.
- Built outage schedules.
- Built multiple requests for quote packages.
- Built work orders, ordered parts, and coordinated repairs on equipment with contractors.
- Assisted managers in building outage and yearly budgets.
- Assisted in building and commissioning a new GE combined unit.
- Built spreadsheets to track outage costs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Implemented best practices for waste disposal and hazardous material handling.
- Assisted in training new technicians on maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance projects efficiently.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
Plant Maintenance Mechanic
FirstEnergy
Maidsville
06.2015 - 05.2020
- Performed troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical systems and components.
- Collaborated with team members to complete scheduled maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and machinery as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Supported training initiatives for new mechanics on best practices and safety standards.
- Performed general maintenance on machinery and equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Operated a variety of machine shop equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses.
- Replaced worn or defective parts in machines using hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments.
- Followed safety procedures while working with hazardous materials such as oils and lubricants.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors to discuss ongoing projects and progress updates.
- Provided technical support to other departments regarding mechanical issues related to their work operations.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
Pipefitter
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 152
Morgantown
09.2005 - 06.2015
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Assisted in training apprentices on pipefitting practices and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently.
- Assembled and welded pipes using various techniques and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine pipe layout and dimensions.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Plumbing, Pipefitting , And Welding
Plumbers And Pipefitters Local 152 Apprenticeship
Morgantown, WV05-2010
Certificate of Completion - Welding And Fabricating
Monongalia Technical Education Center
Morgantown, WV05-2005
High School Diploma -
Clay Battelle High School
Blacksville, WV05-2004
Skills
- Mechanical expertise
- Equipment installation
- Troubleshooting strength
- Air compressors
- Blueprint and schematic
- Steam systems
- Commercial construction experience
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Project management
- Construction management
- Quality assurance
- Parts procurement
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Boiler maintenance
Certification
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- Vibration Analyst CAT I Certified
Affiliations
- Completed Project Management Training Thru PMI.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations and Maintenance Technician
NAES Hill Top Energy Center
06.2020 - Current
Plant Maintenance Mechanic
FirstEnergy
06.2015 - 05.2020
Pipefitter
Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 152
09.2005 - 06.2015
Certificate of Completion - Plumbing, Pipefitting , And Welding
Plumbers And Pipefitters Local 152 Apprenticeship
Certificate of Completion - Welding And Fabricating
Monongalia Technical Education Center
High School Diploma -
Clay Battelle High School
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