Tony Locklear
Birmingham
Summary
Reliable Millwright with background in industrial machinery installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, blueprints interpretation, precision measurement and machine alignment. Demonstrated strengths include problem-solving capabilities, teamwork skills and safety adherence. Proven track record of increasing machinery efficiency and reducing downtime in previous roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright
BMSI - Byrd Maintenance Services
Decatur
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting or riveting components together.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress on the job site.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks on all tools used during construction projects.
- Repaired broken or damaged steel structures such as girders, bridges, and buildings.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Connected reinforcing bars in concrete forms as specified by blueprints or drawings.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
Industrial Mechanic Millwright
Omni Scientific
Decatur
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Maintained and repaired industrial machinery, equipment, and tools.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completing repairs or installations.
- Installed new machinery and adjusted existing machines to ensure proper operation.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and performed necessary repairs.
- Read electrical diagrams to troubleshoot malfunctions in motor controls circuits.
- Conducted safety inspections prior to use of any machinery or power tools.
- Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments according to blueprints, drawings, schematics, manuals.
- Fabricated metal parts for machine assembly utilizing cutting torches, drill presses and grinders.
- Disassembled malfunctioning assemblies to determine cause of failure and replaced defective components as needed.
- Inspected parts for defects or wear using precision measuring instruments.
- Dismantled faulty equipment for transportation to off-site repair facility when necessary.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Assisted in the installation of conveyor systems including frames, supports and related hardware items.
- Operated cranes and forklifts in order to move heavy machinery around work sites.
- Troubleshot hydraulic systems and identified areas requiring repair or replacement of components.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment to prevent breakdowns.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, pulleys and other components using hoists, cranes or jacks, shims when required.
- Assembled various types of valves such as gate valves, globe valves and butterfly valves.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment following layout plans.
- Reviewed equipment and daily job specifications, drawings, and blueprints to properly and safely assemble machinery.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
Garage Door Installer
Costal Insulations
Fort Walton Beach
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Connected wiring between opener units and wall switches for remote control capabilities.
- Secured sections with lag screws to prevent movement during operation.
- Repaired bent or misaligned tracks using specialized tools.
- Provided customers with detailed information on product features, benefits and warranties.
- Demonstrated how to operate all components of the door system to customers upon completion of installations.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all installed equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Installed trim pieces around entryways according to manufacturer specifications.
- Installed new garage doors, openers and related components such as springs, cables and rollers.
F-22 Crew Cheif
United States Air Force, USAF
Destin
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in order to help them reach their full potential.
- Planned daily production schedules according to customer demand while minimizing wastefulness by reusing leftovers from previous days' meals whenever possible.
- Trained new chefs on proper techniques, sanitation practices, and menu items.
- Maintained accurate records of aircraft repairs, modifications, service bulletins, and logbook entries.
- Performed regular maintenance on aircrafts, engines, and other equipment.
- Supervised ground support activities such as fueling, cleaning, cargo loading and unloading.
- Trained new personnel on proper procedures for aircraft operations.
- Conducted detailed troubleshooting of complex mechanical issues using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Removed, disassembled, inspected, repaired and reinstalled parts and assemblies on aircrafts.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, coordinating crew actions to resolve issues safely and efficiently.
- Disassembled systems components to identify failures and implement corrections.
- Inspected aircraft components to detect any signs of wear or malfunctioning.
- Repaired damaged airframes and wing assemblies using hand tools and power tools.
- Tested electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and other aircraft components for proper functioning.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to determine if aircraft was ready for flight operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Purnell High School
Pembroke, NC05-2016
Skills
- Machine installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Structural fabrication
- Technical troubleshooting
- Aircraft maintenance expertise
Timeline
Millwright
BMSI - Byrd Maintenance Services
01.2025 - 05.2025
Industrial Mechanic Millwright
Omni Scientific
11.2022 - 01.2025
Garage Door Installer
Costal Insulations
08.2022 - 11.2022
F-22 Crew Cheif
United States Air Force, USAF
08.2016 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Purnell High School