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Jeremiah Sweet

Itafos
POCATELLO,ID

Summary

Millwright with 20 years in operations and maintenance, skilled in troubleshooting rotating equipment, preventive maintenance, and safe shutdown repairs. Strong background in alignment, rigging, and restoring reliable plant performance.

20
years of professional experience

Work History

Millwright

6 Years 9 Months
Itafos | Soda Springs, ID | 02.2020 - Current
  • Mounted pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment; aligned systems to support reliable plant operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on crushers, mills, and material handling systems to reduce downtime.
  • Inspected shafts, bearings, couplings, and drive components for wear, vibration, and misalignment.
  • Evaluated shafts, bearings, couplings, and drive components to identify wear, vibration, and misalignment issues.
  • Overhauled equipment using rigging, hoisting precision measuring tools, and blueprints.
  • Managed shutdown maintenance with work order prioritization and safe repair execution oversight.

  • Calibrated and adjusted mechanical assemblies to meet operational specifications and performance standards.
  • Mentored junior trades staff on lockout/tagout, troubleshooting, and proper maintenance practices.
  • Replaced defective machine parts while adjusting clearances and alignment of moving components.
  • Certified on fork lifts, skid steers, loaders,backhoes, and NCCO certified on fixed cab cranes.

Operator

19 Years 9 Months
Itafos | Soda Springs, ID | 02.2007 - Current

I worked in operations for 14 years, Certified on the A,B,and C job in granulation. Executed A and B jobs in SPA, focusing on equipment operation and troubleshooting. Performed A and B jobs in East Sulfuric, ensuring effective equipment functionality. The A job in N. Sulfuric. The A job in PPA. All involve running equipment and troubleshooting, which has helped me move to maintenance because I know what the equipment is supposed to do.

Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.

Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.

Monitored production equipment and adjusted controls to maintain safe, consistent plant operations. 2. Inspected process areas and reported mechanical issues before downtime escalated. 3. Operated pumps, valves, conveyors, and other unit equipment according to procedure. 4. Collected process samples and recorded readings to support quality and compliance checks. 5. Coordinated with maintenance teams to isolate equipment and restore normal operation. 6. Followed safety protocols, lockout procedures, and environmental requirements during daily tasks. 7. Trained newer operators on equipment checks, shutdown steps, and shift handoff routines. 8. Documented shift activities clearly to support accurate communication and operational continuity.

Education

Auto Mechanics - Auto Mechanics

Idaho State University | Pocatello, ID | 01-2001

Skills

I have attended a a rotating kiln training
pump training. Isu welding school
milling class
and lathe class.
Safety compliance
Equipment installation
Heavy lifting
Mechanical troubleshooting

Timeline

Millwright
Itafos
02.2020 - Current
Operator
Itafos
02.2007 - Current
Idaho State University
Auto Mechanics from Auto Mechanics
Jeremiah Sweet