Nicholas Hoffman
Shinnston,WV
Summary
Driven Plant Technician with a proven track record at Allegheny Metallurgical, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Skilled in equipment maintenance and repair, and welding. Demonstrates exceptional documentation skills and a commitment to safety, significantly reducing downtime and improving productivity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Technician
Allegheny Metallurgical
07.2023 - Current
- Performs raw coal preparation to ensure a clean and quality product ready to be used in the steel making and energy generation field.
- Perform all forms of maintenance to ensure top operation of the plant to minimize down time.
- Operate different machinery such has Dozers, Skidsteers / Forklifts and telehandler during daily operations and train loading.
- Perform weekly maintenance in the plant which includes welding, torching, changing screen panels and sieve panels.
- Ensure that all Plant machinery from conveyor belts, screens, chutes, pumps etc are all in good working order and clean
- Fabricated parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
Plant Operator
Greer Industries
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations, maintaining proper documentation for audits and inspections as required.
- Contributed to cost-saving measures by closely tracking expenses and identifying areas for improvement within the plant operations.
- Provided technical support to field teams during road construction projects, troubleshooting any issues related to asphalt mixture specifications or performance.
- Enhanced asphalt production efficiency by streamlining plant operations and implementing effective maintenance procedures.
- Administered asphalt plant safely and managed schedules and daily duties for plant personnel.
- Operated controls that admitted materials separately from storage hoppers or mixing bins.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
Plant Operator
DRA Energy
07.2018 - 02.2022
- Operated the Refine Coal facility at Harrison Power Station ensuring the majority of coal ran through the system was cleaned and helped reduce emissions.
- Performed maintenance on plant equipment such as pugmills, conveyor belts, chutes, chemical pumps and lines
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Performed mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
Kingwood WV05.2016
Skills
- Confined Space Entry
- Air Compressor Operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Gas detection
- Welding and fabrication
- Documentation skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Equipment safety
- Preventive Maintenance
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Timeline
Plant Technician
Allegheny Metallurgical
07.2023 - Current
Plant Operator
Greer Industries
03.2022 - 07.2023
Plant Operator
DRA Energy
07.2018 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Preston High School
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