Neal Vest
Millwright
Townsend Mt./ Saratoga Wy.
Summary
Dynamic Millwright with extensive experience at Saratoga Forest Management, excelling in machinery maintenance and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability through effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Strong communicator and adaptable team player, committed to improving workplace safety and productivity while ensuring precise machinery alignment and operation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright
Saratoga Forest Managment
11.2018 - 06.2024
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Mill Maint.
Wheat Montana
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Millwright
Ty Timber
07.2012 - 03.2017
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
Education
High School Diploma - N/a
East Anchorage High
Anchorage, AK05.1982
Skills
Safety compliance
Equipment installation
Machinery maintenance
Pneumatic controls
Mechanical tools
Repair work
Parts installation
Machinery transporting
Preventive Maintenance
Productivity and safety improvement
Power tools operation
Work planning
Structural welding
Machinery installation
Fabrication
Equipment inspections
Safety procedures
Equipment rebuilding
Maintenance recordkeeping
Vibration analysis
Equipment assembly
Bearing installation
Lubrication procedures
Power tool operation
Motor alignment
Welding expertise
Equipment set up
Mechanical troubleshooting
Root-cause analysis
Equipment preparation
Hydraulic systems
Precision alignment
Troubleshooting
Valve maintenance
Equipment Repair
Equipment troubleshooting
Equipment inspection
Heavy lifting
Pneumatic systems
Fastener selection
Conveyor systems
Rigging techniques
Malfunction diagnosis
Torque specifications
Machinery dismantling
Material needs determination
Coupling installation
Machinery assembly
Seal replacement
Fusing and cutting
Foundation building
Shaft alignment
Conveyor assembly
Parts repair
Hand tools proficiency
Mechanical tool usage
Issue and problem resolution
Machine repair
Teamwork
Construction experience
Teamwork and collaboration
Flexibility
Machine alignment
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Machine assembly
Multitasking Abilities
Heavy equipment operation
Self motivation
Adaptability and flexibility
Material handling
Timeline
Millwright
Saratoga Forest Managment
11.2018 - 06.2024
Mill Maint.
Wheat Montana
06.2017 - 10.2017
Millwright
Ty Timber
07.2012 - 03.2017
High School Diploma - N/a
East Anchorage High