James Spann
Pleasant Hill,LA
Summary
Focused Millwright proudly offering a strong work ethic and more than 3 years of expertise in planning and categorizing equipment while maintaining consistent production. Adaptable worker capable of building and dismantling equipment. Offering exceptional safety skills and willing to work as part of a talented team or independently. Dedicated employee offering skills in mechanical maintenance and issue troubleshooting.
Focused Foreman considered expert in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Pipefitter
Zachary Maintenance
Mansfield, LA
07.2022 - Current
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
Pen Rider
Red River Livestock LLC
Coushatta, LA
07.2019 - Current
- Operated trucks, tractors and other large farm equipment to distribute feed to animals, move supplies and transport stock.
- Organized new stock arrivals by size, color and age to facilitate health examinations and breeding program.
- Herded livestock to transport vehicles, fields and barns using specialized techniques for safety of animals.
Ranch Hand
R & R Cattle Co.
Converse, LA
03.2014 - Current
- Monitored and maintained the property by mending fences, feeding cattle and working cattle.
- Monitored livestock health and informed ranch manager of issues.
- Operated ranch equipment for animal care and transport or field irrigation.
- Followed safety protocols when operating tools and equipment.
- Worked with the owner to determine ranch needs.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
Millwright
Airtek Construction
Troy, AL
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Observed required safety measures when using tools like blow torches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high safety standards.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained a clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans with 100% accuracy.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
- Installed and utilized correct safety equipment at all times.
- Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly and efficiently transport loads.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Foreman
Airtek Construction
Troy, AL
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Millwright
Southern Field Maintenance
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Observed required safety measures when using tools like blow torches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high safety standards.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintained a clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Laborer
Porter Insulation
Zwolle, LA
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
- Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work.
- Coordinated communication between equipment operators via two-way radios and hand signals.
- Measured, cut and laid out materials based on individual job requirements.
- Maintained equipment, making repairs and modifications to extend life of such tools.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
Maintenance Worker
Pleasant Hill Village
Pleasant Hill, LA
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
- Followed instructions regarding duties and assignments for facility and machinery maintenance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Technology
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LASkills
Fusing and cuttingundefined
Certification
Current Certifications:
Timeline
Pipefitter
Zachary Maintenance
07.2022 - Current
Foreman
Airtek Construction
10.2021 - 11.2021
Pen Rider
Red River Livestock LLC
07.2019 - Current
Millwright
Airtek Construction
06.2019 - 03.2022
Laborer
Porter Insulation
06.2018 - 09.2018
Millwright
Southern Field Maintenance
04.2018 - 07.2019
Maintenance Worker
Pleasant Hill Village
08.2016 - 06.2017
Ranch Hand
R & R Cattle Co.
03.2014 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Technology
Bossier Parish Community College
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