Garret Mears
19104 Rucks Krans RD, Moss Point,MS
Summary
Dynamic Millwright Journeyman with extensive experience, skilled in machinery maintenance and equipment installation. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and ensuring safety through proactive maintenance and inspections. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to quality control drive continuous improvement in industrial operations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Craftforce
Fargo, ND
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, bulldozers, and forklifts to complete construction projects efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and operational best practices to enhance team performance.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Industries
West Monroe, LA
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted maintenance on boilers, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions to enhance performance.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining an organized inventory of tools, parts, and equipment.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Brown & Root Construction
Rome, GA
09.2025 - 09.2025
- Fabricated and installed metal components for pressure vessels and piping systems.
- Reduced downtime for boilers by efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues.
- Enhanced overall boiler efficiency by conducting routine inspections and maintenance tasks.
Turbine Millwright
Turbine Diagnostic Services
Morrisville, PA
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated and maintained turbine equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in turbines, implementing effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with teams to conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on turbine systems.
Journeyman Millwright
Turner Specialty Services
La Vergne, TN
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Installed and maintained complex machinery, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, diagnosing problems to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to execute preventive maintenance schedules effectively.
- Operated various hand and power tools, adhering to safety protocols consistently.
- Conducted inspections and assessments of equipment performance regularly.
Maintenance Technician
Brown & Root Industrial Services
Theodore, AL
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and implemented effective repair solutions to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to develop preventative maintenance schedules.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment, ensuring adherence to operational specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Millwright Journeyman
Nexgen Contracting
Augusta, GA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery, ensuring proper setup and alignment for optimal performance.
- Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing industrial equipment according to industry standards.
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and recommending improvements when necessary.
- Improved overall facility functionality with expert knowledge of rigging techniques and hoisting operations employed in moving heavy equipment components.
- Streamlined work processes by developing and implementing preventative maintenance schedules for all machines.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Specialty Services
Diamondhead, MS
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
Millwright Journeyman
HEMI Systems
Osceola, AR
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and recommending improvements when necessary.
- Upheld company standards for quality control by routinely inspecting tools, equipment, and finished products for defects or areas needing improvement.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Millwright Technician
Jones Welding & Industrial Supply
Mobile, AL
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of equipment and identifying potential hazards.
- Proactively addressed potential issues with machinery performance, employing predictive maintenance techniques to minimize unplanned downtime events.
- Performed comprehensive root cause analysis investigations following equipment failures, identifying corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Took apart Gearboxes/industrial Pumps, replaced valves for industrial pumps & valves.
Millwright Helper
Nexgen Contracting
Augusta, GA
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and minimizing accidents or injuries.
- Served as a reliable resource for millwrights by delivering requested materials and tools in a timely manner, streamlining project completion.
- Performed material handling tasks efficiently using forklifts or other lifting devices as required by the project at hand.
- Enhanced workplace safety by performing regular inspections and identifying potential hazards for correction.
Journeyman Millwright
Yates Construction Company
Palatka, FL
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Maximized equipment life span by performing thorough inspections and adhering to manufacturer's recommendations for maintenance schedules.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting, repair, and alignment of rotating machinery.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize machine performance, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.
- Improved plant operations by upgrading outdated machinery components with modern technology to increase automation capabilities.
Millwright Helper
Spirit Construction
Crossett, AR
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Aided in accurate alignment and leveling of machinery, facilitating smooth operation and reducing wear on parts.
- Demonstrated proficiency with various hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments while assisting millwrights during machinery installations or repairs.
- Assisted in rigging operations for moving heavy machinery safely from one location to another within industrial facilities.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning by staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices, applying newfound knowledge to daily tasks when applicable.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05.2024
Skills
- Torque wrenches
- Shaft alignment
- Valve repair
- Industrial machinery
- Equipment installation
- Conveyor systems
- Machinery maintenance
- Turbine maintenance
- Equipment operator
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Craftforce
11.2025 - 12.2025
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Industries
10.2025 - 11.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Brown & Root Construction
09.2025 - 09.2025
Turbine Millwright
Turbine Diagnostic Services
08.2025 - 09.2025
Journeyman Millwright
Turner Specialty Services
07.2025 - 08.2025
Maintenance Technician
Brown & Root Industrial Services
05.2025 - 07.2025
Millwright Journeyman
Nexgen Contracting
01.2025 - 04.2025
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Specialty Services
04.2024 - 12.2024
Millwright Journeyman
HEMI Systems
01.2024 - 04.2024
Millwright Technician
Jones Welding & Industrial Supply
10.2023 - 12.2023
Millwright Helper
Nexgen Contracting
04.2023 - 08.2023
Journeyman Millwright
Yates Construction Company
03.2023 - 04.2023
Millwright Helper
Spirit Construction
04.2021 - 12.2022
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
William Carey University