Jeremiah Troffer
Jasper,AL
Summary
Maintenance leader with comprehensive mechanical and technical expertise and a demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in high-responsibility civilian and military roles. Recognized for improving equipment reliability, enforcing safety standards, and delivering consistent results in demanding operational environments.
Skilled Maintenance Superintendent bringing strong background in overseeing maintenance teams and projects. Demonstrated success in implementing proactive maintenance schedules that prevent unexpected equipment failures and enhance operational efficiency. Strengths include solid problem-solving skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and leadership qualities. Previous work has resulted in improved safety cultures, reduced downtime, and enhanced productivity.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance
self employed
Jasper, US
10.2019 - Current
- Operated self-employed repair business servicing automotive, diesel, and small engines, performing diagnostics, maintenance, and full rebuilds.
- Repaired and maintained industrial machines and equipment, minimizing downtime through efficient troubleshooting.
- Designed, fabricated, and installed custom parts and mechanical solutions to meet specific client and equipment needs.
Maintenance Manager
Georgia Pacific
Zachary, US
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Maintenance Manager with full ownership of maintenance operations in a continuous-manufacturing environment, leading a team of 20 employees.
- Planned and executed scheduled outages, developed efficient workforce schedules, and partnered with engineering and operations to improve equipment reliability and maximize production.
- Championed Georgia-Pacific's safety and stewardship principles by enforcing safe work practices, reducing recordable incidents, and driving preventative maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Maintenance Manager
Union Tank Car
Ville Platte, US
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Facility Maintenance Manager overseeing all maintenance operations in a railcar repair facility.
- Supervised eight employees, coordinated diagnostics and repairs, enforced safety procedures, managed equipment and inventory, and ensured timely completion of work orders.
Installation Superintendent
NEDERMAN
Charlotte, US
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Site Coordination & Planning: Expertly planned and coordinated travel logistics for multiple installation sites, ensuring seamless communication with contractors, local facilities, and Nederman teams to facilitate the timely installation and repair of industrial air filtration systems.
- Contractor Management: Oversaw a diverse team of skilled tradespeople, including plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, and structural steel workers, to effectively manage heavy equipment installations while maintaining high standards of safety and quality control.
- Safety & Procurement Leadership: Held full responsibility for site safety compliance, actively led safety meetings, and ensured all installations adhered to safety regulations; managed procurement of parts and supplies, ensuring projects were executed on time and within budget.
Field Supervisor for Coil Tubing/ Cement/ Acid / Nitrogen/ Sand
Schlumberger
Maurice, US
12.2008 - 03.2015
- Lead and oversee field operations - Supervise crews of 3-20 operators during high-pressure pumping and coiled tubing activities, ensuring day-to-day execution meets job design parameters with top service quality, flawless performance, and zero incidents while prioritizing maximum safety.
- Provide technical troubleshooting and design expertise - Interpret complex hydraulic and electrical schematics for problem-solving; utilize proprietary Schlumberger software to model jobs within the coiled tubing working envelope, track pipe fatigue, and optimize interventions (e.g., stimulation, cleanouts, or nitrogen operations).
- Ensure full regulatory and safety compliance - Strictly adhere to all Schlumberger policies, client requirements, local/federal laws, and HSE standards, while managing risks in live-well, high-pressure environments to deliver efficient, incident-free service delivery.
Picture Car Mechanic
Teamsters Union
Hollywood, US
05.2008 - 11.2008
- Fabricated modern brake and steering systems for classic and antique military vehicles.
- On set troubleshooting and repair of picture cars.
- Fabricated cosmetic facades for military vehicles such as gun turrets, armor, and military hardware to include hydraulic and electric actuator systems.
- Painted vehicles to match national camouflage color schemes.
- Worked with little or no supervision and given creative control of projects.
Mobil Service Mechanic
ISCO Heavy Equipment
Acton, US
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Responsible for all aspects of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and HVAC systems on a wide variety of machines.
- Operated a F-750 Mobil repair truck with telescoping boom crane, arc welder, and cutting torch set up.
- Worked on bulldozers, loaders, graders, excavators, track loaders, compacters, motor scrapers, skid steer loaders, water trucks, rock/dump trucks, fork lifts, and telescoping fork lifts. Makes to include Caterpillar, John Deere, Bobcat, Volvo, Komatsu, Kenworth, Peterbilt, and Freightliner.
Wind Turbine Technician
Enxco Wind Energy
Mojave, US
02.2007 - 08.2007
- Performed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on the hydraulic and electrical systems on Mitsubishi 1 megawatt wind turbines.
- Reading and understanding of hydraulic and electrical schematics.
- Working with high and low voltage electricity, and in severe weather at heights up to 250'.
Heavy/ Medium Truck Mechanic
Gibbs International
Bakersfield, US
04.2003 - 01.2004
- Responsible for all aspects of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and HVAC systems on a wide variety of trucks and buses.
- Held title of assistant foreman was in charge of 4-6 mechanics and day to day workings of the shop.
- Certified by Bendix for air brake repair.
- Performed California Highway Patrol inspections on D.O.T. Vehicles.
Wind Turbine Technician
Zond Wind Energy Corp
Tehachapi, US
12.1997 - 02.2000
- Performed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on the hydraulic and electrical systems on Mitsubishi 1 megawatt wind turbines.
- Reading and understanding of hydraulic and electrical schematics.
- Working with high and low voltage electricity, and in severe weather at heights up to 250'.
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Mechanic 63M/ H8 and 63T
U.S. Army/ California National Guard
, US
- Responsible for all aspects of troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and HVAC systems on a wide variety of military vehicles.
- Was placed in the fast track program in AIT for exceptional performance, given additional training on multiple tasks not covered in the standard course.
- Completed advanced electrical troubleshooting course and worked directly with PM Bradley and General Dynamics on proving the M2-A3 prior to operation Iraqi Freedom.
Education
High school diploma - GED
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Additional Information
Arc/ Mig welding and use of oxygen acetylene torch, and pneumatic tools., Use of truck mounted telescoping cranes, forklifts, Gentry cranes, and hydraulic lifts., Use of multimeter, code readers, test lights, and diagnostic software in electrical diagnosis., Understanding and reading of electrical/ hydraulic schematics., A broad knowledge of the operating systems of heavy machinery, trucks, and oilfield equipment., First aid CPR, Hazard Identification, Safe Driving participant light and medium vehicle training, Journey management., Electrical safety, environmental risk awareness, fire safety, Hazmat & WOPPER & transport, lock out tag out, noise and hearing protection, permit to work, high pressure safety, radiation safety & security, permit to work., Substance abuse & reasonable suspicion, working at heights, fall protection & rescue, confined space, SAFE gulf, benzene awareness, blood borne pathogens, marine debris, respiratory protection., I am well versed in job safety analysis creation, hazard identification and risk control, accident investigation, behavior based safety programs and root cause identification.
Timeline
Maintenance
self employed
10.2019 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Georgia Pacific
10.2017 - 10.2019
Maintenance Manager
Union Tank Car
10.2016 - 05.2017
Installation Superintendent
NEDERMAN
10.2015 - 10.2016
Field Supervisor for Coil Tubing/ Cement/ Acid / Nitrogen/ Sand
Schlumberger
12.2008 - 03.2015
Picture Car Mechanic
Teamsters Union
05.2008 - 11.2008
Mobil Service Mechanic
ISCO Heavy Equipment
08.2007 - 05.2008
Wind Turbine Technician
Enxco Wind Energy
02.2007 - 08.2007
Heavy/ Medium Truck Mechanic
Gibbs International
04.2003 - 01.2004
Wind Turbine Technician
Zond Wind Energy Corp
12.1997 - 02.2000
Bradley Fighting Vehicle Mechanic 63M/ H8 and 63T
U.S. Army/ California National Guard