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Michael Holt

Summary

Maintenance professional with hands-on experience and strong focus on machinery repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Skilled in hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and blueprint reading. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork to achieve operational goals. Prepared to contribute to equipment efficiency and operational excellence. Adept at machinery alignment and fostering teamwork, I significantly enhanced production efficiency at Dow Chemical. My expertise in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting minimized downtime by over 30%, showcasing my ability to lead projects to success while ensuring adherence to industrial safety standards.

Tech-savvy Maintenance Millwright commended as a hardworking and punctual individual with 20+ years of hands-on experience. Proficient in industrial and construction equipment maintenance. Committed to operating a safe, clean, and secure facility.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Millwright

Dow Chemical
03.2019 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict housekeeping standards and promoting a culture of safety within the maintenance department.
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
  • Delivered timely emergency repairs to minimize production disruptions, swiftly identifying issues and implementing solutions.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Utilized precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers during machine alignments, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities, providing crucial data for future reference and analysis.
  • Stayed up-to-date on industry advancements by participating in continuing education opportunities related to millwright work.
  • Maximized asset life through diligent preventive maintenance efforts, averting costly breakdowns and prolonging equipment usage periods.
  • Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
  • Exhibited strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during project executions leading to minimal delays.
  • Collaborated with team members, sharing expertise in millwright tasks for improved overall productivity.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.

Millwright Maintenance/Journeyman Maintenance

DuPont Sabine River Works
10.2013 - 03.2019
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
  • Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
  • Improved safety standards with implementation of updated lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
  • Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
  • Analyzed schematics and blueprints to fix machinery and calculate materials needed for repair.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new systems and processes when introduced to the facility, ensuring minimal disruption in maintenance activities.

Welder/Pipefitter

Multiple (Construction)
03.1999 - 10.2013
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.

Education

No Degree - Core Curriculum

Lamar University, Beaumont, TX

High School Diploma -

Little Cypress-Mauriceville H.S., Little Cypress, TX
05-1989

Skills

  • Machinery alignment
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Industrial safety
  • Bearing replacement
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Rigging techniques
  • Machinery assembly
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Safety procedures
  • Machinery installation
  • Diagram and schematic reading
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Timeline

Maintenance Millwright - Dow Chemical
03.2019 - Current
Millwright Maintenance/Journeyman Maintenance - DuPont Sabine River Works
10.2013 - 03.2019
Welder/Pipefitter - Multiple (Construction)
03.1999 - 10.2013
Lamar University - No Degree, Core Curriculum
Little Cypress-Mauriceville H.S. - High School Diploma,
Michael Holt