General Forman & Precision Millwright
John Brice Davenport
PPR
Woodville,TX
6
years of professional experience
Always ready to learn and contribute and ensure the team’s Success and Saftey.
Work History
General Forman & Precision Millwright
6 Months- Installed precision machinery components using blueprints, schematics, and layout drawings.
- Aligned rotating equipment with laser levels, dial indicators, and precision measuring tools.
- Troubleshot mechanical failures in pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and drive assemblies.
- Dismantled, rebuilt, and reassembled industrial equipment for corrective maintenance repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance on motors, bearings, shafts, and lubrication systems.
- Rigged and moved heavy equipment safely using hoists, cranes, and lifting gear.
- Inspected machinery for wear, vibration, and misalignment to maintain reliable operation.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to complete shutdown work and restore production equipment.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople in multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring seamless collaboration and timely completion.
- Performed troubleshooting on both electrical and mechanical systems, resolving issues efficiently to maintain productivity levels.
- Assisted procurement department in selecting high-quality replacement parts and equipment, ensuring durability and costeffectiveness.
- Directed field crews to maintain safe, efficient workflow across active job sites.
- Coordinated daily assignments, equipment use, and material availability for productivity.
- Trained crew members on work methods, tools, and site expectations.
- Monitored progress and adjusted crew priorities to meet changing project demands.
General Forman / Millwright Level 3
1 Year 1 Month- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated project schedules, allocating resources effectively to meet deadlines.
- Led team meetings to communicate objectives and address workflow challenges.
- Mentored staff, enhancing skill sets and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Rebuilt many different size Metso Pumps.
- Rebuilt fluidizer fans. This includes bearings, shaft, balancing, and blade repair due to wearing down.
- Precious balance and alignment with SKF and dial indicators as well.
- Mechanical splice conveyor belts. Pulled old belt off and new back on. Installed saddles is needed as well
Construction Manager
10 Months- Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.
- Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of crew members assigned to particular projects.
- Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
- Provided guidance to workers regarding safe operating procedures when using machinery or tools.
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
- Investigated complaints from clients or members of the public about projects under construction.
- Monitored and assessed schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
- Assisted in the installation of new turbines and monitored existing ones for performance optimization.
- Inspected, maintained and repaired wind turbine components in accordance with safety procedures.
- Installed new control systems to improve efficiency of turbines.
- Troubleshot technical issues using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Provided technical support for other technicians when needed.
- Maintained detailed records of work performed for each turbine.
- Responded quickly to emergency repairs when needed.
Fire Marshal
7 Months- Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
- Troubleshot problems with hydraulic systems and pneumatics.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Installed electrical wiring for new equipment according to blueprints provided by engineers.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Fire Marshal was the title due to I was in charge of the plants entire fire system. With a side note this plate/mill is the world’s largest OSB manufacturer in North American.
Forman
1 Year 5 Months- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
- Assisted in the installation of new turbines and monitored existing ones for performance optimization.
- Operated a variety of hand-held power tools in order to perform repairs.
- Disassembled malfunctioning parts and replaced them with new ones.
- Troubleshot technical issues using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Analyzed blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine tools and parts needed to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Followed safety protocols, regulations and codes to reduce hazards and risks to personnel and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Team leadership
Equipment maintenance
Technical troubleshooting
Client communication
Crew supervision
Problem solving
Time management
Training and development
Hazard assessment
Hydraulic systems
Blueprint interpretation
Inventory management
Machine repair
Welding expertise
Equipment set up
Load calculations
Rigging techniques
Lift planning
Load control
Crane safety procedures
Weather monitoring
Hand signals
Hoisting equipment
Crane maintenance
Load chart interpretation
Boom angle determination
Equipment inspection
Weight distribution
Crane assembly
Heavy lifting
Load balancing
Fall protection
Precision lifting
Heavy machinery operation
Client relations
Welding techniques
Hydraulic troubleshooting
Blueprint reading
QC
Filter replacements
Heavy equipment repair
System upgrades
Price quoting
Electrical motor rebuilding
Hand and power tools
Troubleshooting skills
Driveshaft repair
Automotive diagnostics
Equipment inspection and testing
Hydraulic pumps
Hydraulic repair
Customer service
Paint and refinishing
Timeline
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