Juan Ortega
Baytown,Texas
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 6 years of experience as a millwright and boilermaker, specializing in the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial machinery and equipment. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety standards. Eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth within the industry, continuously striving to expand skills and contribute effectively to team success. Proactive learner ready to leverage expertise to drive results in dynamic work environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright
Zachry
2026 - Current
- Performed maintenance and repair on mechanical systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Installed, aligned, and balanced machinery and equipment for optimal performance.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues to minimize downtime and improve system reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance safety protocols during machine operations.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Maintenance Millwright
Rush
Baytown, TX
05.2023 - 04.2026
- Performed troubleshooting of major and minor repairs on steam turbines, RAS, centrifugal and positive displacements pumps, compressors and RGS Rotary Lobes Blowers.
- Assist CPC Millwright with six, twelve and thirty-six-month PM’s on equipment such as blowers, pumps, feeders and compressors.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed alignment with laser and rim and face on rebuilds and installing new equipment.
- Aligned and set motors with the use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers (outside, inside and depth), calipers, dial indicators, filler gauges, 98 levels, optical precision level (P-level), parallel bars, A-line precision alignment tools, etc.
- Maintenance on hyper compressors.
- Rebuild and rotating feeders.
Lead Millwright
Saulsbury
Port Allen, Louisiana
01.2021 - 04.2023
- New construction project in Port Allen, Louisiana for a AirLiquid site.
- Aligned and set motors with the use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers (outside, inside and depth), calipers, dial indicators, filler gauges, 98 levels, optical precision level (P-level), parallel bars, A-line precision alignment tools, etc.
- Work on soft foot, alignments with laser, and rim and face jig.
- Worked on pipe stress with bolt-ups to the compressor and final torque to the compressor.
- Assisted the foreman plan ahead and get the equipment ready for the week.
- Ensured that the job in process was in coordination's with blueprints provided by vendors at job site to determine procedures.
- Maintenance, assembly, and installation of equipment in New Construction of petrochemicals, power plants, and cement plants.
- Constructed foundation for machines, using hand tools and building materials, such as wood cement, and steel.
Millwright
Bilfinger
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Selected cables, ropes, chains, pulleys, winches, blocks, and sheaves, according to weight and size of load to be moved.
- Setting bases for equipment to be set on coordinates and ready for pumps and motors.
- Assisting with other crafts such as piping and crane and rigging to finish job in a timely manner.
- Rotating equipment that has been set to prevent seizing.
- Performing alignment with rim and face and selling off to QC with laser alignment.
- Assisting with carne and rigging to perform critical lifts with safe work plan.
Education
High School -
Harlingen High School
Harlingen, TexasSkills
- Leadership
- Heat Exchangers
- Torquing
- Rebuilding pumps
- Rigging
- Critical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machinery maintenance
Certification
- Certified Millwright, NCCER
- Certified Boilermaker, NCCER
Timeline
Maintenance Millwright
Rush
05.2023 - 04.2026
Lead Millwright
Saulsbury
01.2021 - 04.2023
Millwright
Bilfinger
06.2019 - 01.2021
Millwright
Zachry
2026 - Current
High School -
Harlingen High School
Communication
I demonstrate strong communication skills by clearly explaining the daily job scope, expectations, and safety procedures to my coworkers. I make sure to listen actively, address questions, and confirm understanding so tasks are completed correctly the first time. I communicate effectively with other crafts and supervisors to coordinate work, prevent delays, and maintain a safe job site. I also stay open to feedback and adapt my communication style when needed to ensure teamwork remains efficient and productive.
Leadership
I demonstrate leadership by helping coworkers with any questions they have about the day’s job scope, making sure everyone is aligned and ready to work efficiently. I work hand in hand with other crafts to complete tasks safely and on time, maintaining strong communication and a team-first mindset. I also stay coachable and open to feedback, using it to improve my own performance while contributing to the overall success and growth of the team.