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ERIC SPENCER
Millwright
Richmond,KY
Summary
Millwright Foreman leading installation, alignment, and repair work on 6+ assets including rotating equipment, conveyors, and facility infrastructure, supervising 3–5 workers across 4–6 project phases from setup through closeout. Directs site crews, checks blueprint details, and oversees welding and fabrication that keep industrial systems in service. Maintains safe execution in power generation and nuclear-adjacent settings with disciplined planning and field coordination.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator
Superior Hose
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Maintained a clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Inspected equipment and materials to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate and timely project completion.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
Fiber Optic Technician
Metronet Telecommunication-Indianapolis, IN
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Maintained and troubleshot fiber optic networks and facility cabling systems, ensuring optimal performance.
- Inspected installations, documented records, and ensured compliance with safety standards during maintenance activities.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on fiber optic networks.
- Located and repaired line faults to maintain existing network without causing signal failure interruptions.
- Conducted inspections, documented installation records, and ensured compliance with safety standards during all maintenance activities.
- Located and repaired line faults, preserving network integrity and preventing signal failures.
Maintenance Technician
Toyota Motor Manufacturing-KY
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained and repaired manufacturing equipment, enhancing reliability of engine conveyors and automated systems.
- Troubleshot and recovered faults on robotic machinery, ensuring optimal operation through PLC programming for automation control.
- Collaborated with engineers to implement new manufacturing lines, streamlining facility operations.
Millwright / Lead Technician
Local 1076 Millwright Union-Lexington, KY
01.2023 - Current
- Executed routine and preventive maintenance on rotating equipment and facility infrastructure in industrial and power generation environments, enhancing operational uptime.
- Executed routine and preventive maintenance on rotating equipment and facility infrastructure in industrial and power generation environments.
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems using schematics, ohmmeters, and precision diagnostic tools.
- Performed welding repairs and fabrications, ensuring equipment integrity and reliability for continuous operations.
- Interpreted technical blueprints and manuals to guide maintenance and repair procedures.
- Maintained detailed documentation of maintenance activities and work orders, facilitating streamlined operations and compliance.
Millwright
Universal Plant Services
- Component Overhaul: Led the tear-down, inspection, and rebuilding of critical rotating equipment, including various chemical process pumps and large-scale 3-phase motors, extending equipment life and reliability.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Streamlined repair processes, enhancing overall productivity within the workshop.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the assembly and disassembly of heavy equipment components.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
- Optimized equipment lifespan by proactively monitoring wear patterns and making adjustments.
Foreman
State Group - Blue Oval Project
- Project Supervision: Served as Foreman, leading the team responsible for the installation and commissioning of all industrial conveyors, critical infrastructure lines, and advanced machinery for a major automotive manufacturing complex.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Supervised maintenance and repair of machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring safety compliance and adherence to project specifications to maintain operational integrity.
- Utility Infrastructure: Oversaw the mechanical installation of large industrial heaters, heat exchangers, and cooling fin fan units, ensuring adherence to pressure and flow specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior millwrights in troubleshooting techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on equipment upgrades and modifications, facilitating seamless integration and enhancing operational performance.
- Analyzed mechanical issues and developed solutions for complex problems affecting production lines.
- Developed standard operating procedures to streamline maintenance processes, improving team effectiveness and consistency in operations.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting complex mechanical issues swiftly.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify root causes of mechanical failures efficiently.
Maintenance
Aichi forge-Georgetown
11.2025 - 05.2026
- As a Maintenance Technician at Aichi Forge, I am responsible for ensuring the continuous operation of high-volume forging and machining lines in a fast-paced, Toyota-affiliated manufacturing environment. My role combines heavy mechanical repair with advanced electrical troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain rigorous safety standards.
- Key Responsibilities & Expertise:
- System Diagnostics & Repair: Perform emergency and preventative maintenance on massive mechanical and automatic transfer presses (up to 8000T), high-speed saws, and automated conveyor systems.
- Electrical & Automation: Troubleshoot and repair 480V/277V 3-phase electrical systems, VFDs, and PLC-controlled machinery (Allen-Bradley) to ensure seamless production flow.
- Robotics & Hydraulics: Maintain and calibrate Fanuc/ABB robotic cells and complex hydraulic/pneumatic systems essential for material handling and forging operations.
- Blueprint Proficiency: Expertly read and interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and hydraulic diagrams to identify root causes of equipment failure.
- Safety & Kaizen: Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and OSHA/NFPA 70E standards while implementing Kaizen improvements to enhance machine reliability, safety, and cycle times.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Die Shop and Production teams to ensure all forged components meet strict CMM dimensional testing and quality requirements.
- Optimized equipment functionality with regular preventative maintenance tasks.
- Reduced downtime with proactive planning and preventative maintenance strategies.
- Provided top quality control to eliminate maintenance downtime.
Pipeline Technician
Martin Contracting
06.2026 - Current
- Operated and maintained pipeline inspection tools to ensure optimal functionality.
- Performed routine maintenance on pipeline systems to bolster reliability and safety.
- Conducted routine maintenance on pipeline systems to enhance reliability and safety.
- Assisted in troubleshooting pipeline issues by analyzing system performance data.
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification of potential issues through continuous monitoring of pipeline performance.
- Increased reliability, performing routine pressure tests and leak detection surveys on pipelines.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during maintenance operations.
- Documented maintenance activities and inspections to comply with industry regulations.
- Enhanced safety measures by implementing and adhering to standard operating procedures for pipeline operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute safe and efficient work practices on job sites.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among team members, conducting regular training sessions on safe work practices.
- Provided technical support for emergency response situations, effectively managing incidents that occurred within the pipeline network.
- Coordinated with contractors to facilitate timely completion of assigned projects without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Contributed to overall company success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance goals and expectations in pipeline operations and maintenance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
No Degree - Millwright
Millwright School of Houston
Houston, TX 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Scott County High School
KY 05.2001 -
Skills
Preventive maintenance
Blueprint reading
CMMS
Electrical troubleshooting
Precision alignment
LOTO
Safety procedures
Mechanical troubleshooting
Hydraulics
Industrial equipment repair
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 300 in the development of Blue Oval Projects across the US.
Certification
OSHA 10-Hour Construction
Interests
Timeline
Pipeline Technician
Martin Contracting
06.2026 - Current
Maintenance
Aichi forge-Georgetown
11.2025 - 05.2026
Millwright / Lead Technician
Local 1076 Millwright Union-Lexington, KY
01.2023 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Toyota Motor Manufacturing-KY
01.2021 - 01.2023
Fiber Optic Technician
Metronet Telecommunication-Indianapolis, IN
03.2018 - 09.2020
Fabricator
Superior Hose
07.2014 - 05.2017
No Degree - Millwright
Millwright School of Houston
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Scott County High School
05.2001 -
Millwright
Universal Plant Services
Foreman
State Group - Blue Oval Project