Nicholas Kieff
Hammond,LA
Summary
Accomplished Mechanical General Foreman with 24 years of experience in the Petro-Chemical Industry, and a proven track record at Zachry Maintenance Services, enhancing project efficiency through expert coordination and workforce planning. Skilled in piping systems and fostering team leadership, I excel in driving projects to completion while ensuring safety and quality standards. Very hardworking and passionate team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical General Foreman
Zachry Maintenance Services
08.2018 - Current
- Partner with other foremen to oversee site-wide activities, ensuring a cohesive approach to project management and overall success.
- Conduct regular inspections of work progress to ensure quality standards were met at all stages of construction.
- Mentor junior workers to improve their skills and knowledge, contributing to a higher-quality workforce on each project.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime while maximizing operational efficiency.
- Ensure safety compliance on worksites by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies and procedures.
- Enhance project efficiency by effectively managing piping materials, equipment, and personnel.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process enhancement within the piping department.
- Assist in recruiting and hiring new craftsmen.
- Supervise training of new employees on safety practices and procedures.
- Administer disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with Business Units and Coordinators.
- Increase overall job satisfaction among crew members by maintaining a positive work environment that encouraged open communication and teamwork.
- Manage subcontractor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of services in line with project requirements.
- Achieve timely completion of projects by coordinating with other departments for resource allocation and scheduling.
- Develop comprehensive work plans that outline the required tasks, resources, and timelines for efficient project execution.
- Contributed to business development efforts by providing input on potential opportunities within the piping industry.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Operator
Smitty's Oil Supply
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment, prolonging its lifespan and reducing the need for costly repairs.
- Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
- Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Mechanical Outfitter
Textron Specialized Vehicles
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Enhanced workplace safety, adhering to strict safety protocols and actively participating in regular safety training sessions.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting complex mechanical issues during vehicle assembly, expediting problem resolution times.
- Mentored new technicians during their onboarding process, sharing best practices for efficient vehicle assembly techniques.
- Reduced assembly errors by conducting thorough quality inspections and providing detailed feedback to team members.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, enabling efficient workflow and minimizing potential hazards on the shop floor.
- Successfully met tight deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks essential to the vehicle assembly process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment required for assembling vehicles to exact specifications.
- Increased production output by consistently meeting and exceeding daily targets for assembled vehicles.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Assembled production parts with high degree of accuracy and precision using hand and power tools.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Trained new assembly personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
Boilermaker
Zachry Maintenance Services
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Operated forklifts, manlifts, scissor lifts.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Played an instrumental role in resolving technical issues quickly by troubleshooting problems as they arose during installation or repair work.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Served as a reliable mentor to new hires, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School
Kentwood, LA05.2000
Skills
- Piping Systems
- Welding Techniques
- Workforce Planning
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Material Procurement
- Job Scheduling
- Pipe system design
- Pipe Welding Techniques
- Piping Layouts
- Inspection Coordination
- Documentation Review
- System Testing
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Material Selection
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Attention to Detail
- Following Instructions
- Construction safety
- Worker Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Lifting
- Self Control and Integrity
- Site Safety
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
- Multi-Project Coordination
- Forklift Operation
- Stress Tolerance
- Field Inspection
- Employee Motivation
- Work Monitoring
- Worker Training
- Equipment Operation
- Lockout and Tagout
- Employee Training
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Blueprint Reading
- Basic Mathematics
- Job Planning
- Safety oversight
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Employee Management
- Inventory Management
- Quality Assurance
- Procedure Planning
- Project Management
- OSHA Compliance
- Subcontractor Management
- Risk Management
- Business Management
- Materials Estimation
- Presentation Skills
- Schedule Determination
- Construction management
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Cost Control
- Risk Mitigation
- Assignment Delegation
- Schedule oversight
- Resource Allocation
Timeline
Mechanical General Foreman
Zachry Maintenance Services
08.2018 - Current
Operator
Smitty's Oil Supply
03.2018 - 07.2018
Mechanical Outfitter
Textron Specialized Vehicles
08.2017 - 02.2018
Boilermaker
Zachry Maintenance Services
11.2015 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Jewel M. Sumner High School
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