Travis Mathews
Coeur D'Alene,ID
Summary
Professional millwright with strong background in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and mechanical equipment. Possesses solid track record of enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability, and results-driven approach. Key skills include welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint reading, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems. Dependable and capable of meeting demands of dynamic work environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright/Swing Shift Supervisor
Spokane Industries
11.2023 - 11.2025
- 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.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
Millwright
S & S Industries
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Inspected machinery components for wear and tear, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Installation of new equipment
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Millwright
Vaagen Bros. Lumber
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Executed mechanical installations of new equipment according to technical specifications and safety standards.
- Conducted thorough equipment troubleshooting to identify root causes of mechanical failures and initiate repairs.
- Implemented safety compliance measures during all mechanical activities to minimize workplace hazards.
- Responded promptly to emergency repair requests to minimize production interruptions.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with [Number]% accuracy.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
- Improved safety standards with implementation of updated lockout/tagout procedures.
- Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
Welding Fabricator
Nci Building Systems
01.2010 - 12.2014
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Resolved design issues proactively during the fabrication process to avoid delays in project timelines.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects as an integral member of a highly-skilled team.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop custom solutions for unique structural challenges.
- Mentored junior welders, providing guidance on proper techniques for achieving high-quality results.
Education
No Degree - Welding/Fabrication/blue Print Reading
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA12-2008
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Equipment installation
- Heavy lifting
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Parts installation
- Troubleshooting
- Welding expertise
Timeline
Millwright/Swing Shift Supervisor
Spokane Industries
11.2023 - 11.2025
Millwright
S & S Industries
07.2023 - 11.2023
Millwright
Vaagen Bros. Lumber
11.2021 - 07.2023
Welding Fabricator
Nci Building Systems
01.2010 - 12.2014
No Degree - Welding/Fabrication/blue Print Reading
Spokane Community College