Tyler Corkern
Denham Springs
Summary
NCCER Certified Millwright with proven skills in mechanical troubleshooting, equipment installation, and safety compliance. Expertise in leading maintenance projects and mentoring teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
NCCER Certified Millwright
Turner Industries LLC
Port Allen, LA
10.2018 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Mentored junior millwrights, enhancing skills and knowledge transfer within the team.
- Led projects focused on upgrading equipment and optimizing operational workflows.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Delivered timely emergency repairs to minimize production disruptions, swiftly identifying issues and implementing solutions.
- Utilized precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers during machine alignments, ensuring accurate and consistent results.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Developed strong relationships with other departments, collaborating effectively on cross-functional projects involving facility upgrades or expansions.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, collaborating closely with engineers to ensure proper setup and operation.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Industries LLC
Port Allen, LA
04.2016 - 10.2018
- Trained junior mechanics on safe handling practices and equipment operation protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations within all operational activities.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
Journeyman Electrician
Moore Services
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using multimeters, circuit testers, and other diagnostic tools.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Supervised apprentices, providing mentorship on safety practices and technical skills.
- Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
- Led project teams for electrical installations, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Completed rough-in, termination, and underground work.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
Journeyman Electrician
Triad Electric & Controls
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2011 - 05.2014
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in industrial settings.
- Executed complex wiring tasks utilizing advanced electrical tools and equipment.
- Diagnosed electrical issues through systematic troubleshooting methods.
- Skillfully utilized advanced tools such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, infrared cameras, and voltage testers to diagnose system issues accurately.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Tested circuit continuity to determine electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Sprinkler Fitter
Brasco
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2010 - 02.2011
- Maintained a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines during all aspects of the job.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively on various types of projects including new construction sites, retrofits, and emergency repairs in diverse environments.
- Collected and removed debris from work locations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by adhering to proper installation procedures.
- Installed sprinkler systems into new and existing buildings.
- Improved fire safety by installing, maintaining, and repairing sprinkler systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Education
NCCER Millwright
ABC Pelican Chapter
Baton Rouge, LA12-2021
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High School
Watson, LA05-2010
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Equipment installation
- Heavy lifting
- Fabrication
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machinery maintenance
- Bearing installation
- Troubleshooting
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment assembly
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Rigging techniques
- Equipment set up
- Torque specifications
- Structural welding
- Lubrication procedures
- Precision alignment
- Equipment rebuilding
Timeline
NCCER Certified Millwright
Turner Industries LLC
10.2018 - Current
Boilermaker Mechanic
Turner Industries LLC
04.2016 - 10.2018
Journeyman Electrician
Moore Services
05.2014 - 04.2016
Journeyman Electrician
Triad Electric & Controls
02.2011 - 05.2014
Sprinkler Fitter
Brasco
09.2010 - 02.2011
NCCER Millwright
ABC Pelican Chapter
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High School