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Walter Russell Dykes JR

Osyka,MS

Summary

Competent Boilermaker interpreting work orders and applying information to project at hand. Considered advocate for safety. Offering extensive repair experience in [Industry] sector.

Skilled Boilermaker,maintance millwright,floorhand forklift operator,sandblaster painter and planer operator with solid safety record and over many years of experience in accurately performing boilermaker ,and maintance repair and maintenance duties. Flexible and diligent with positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond. Certified in [Area of Certification].

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Boilermaker

SWS
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts
  • Change out old piping ,valves or psv's using crane,rigging,or manual lifting .
  • worked in fresh air and acid suites to accomplish job task
  • Bottle watch/firewatch
  • signal crane
  • assisted welders and fitters
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks
  • Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW)
  • Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to industry safety regulations and guidelines
  • Demonstrated flexibility when adapting to changing project demands and priorities while maintaining quality craftsmanship
  • Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.

Forklift Operator/blaster/painter

Southland Steel Fabricators
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping
  • Set up blast and paint yard
  • Moved painted material in for fireproofing
  • Use BOL to load and unload steel beamsand coloms on load to ensure that material was correct
  • Assist in blasting or painting steel beams or coloms when needed




Fitter

Peppers Machine and Welding
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements
  • Maintained quality control with thorough inspections of welded joints and structural connections
  • Fabricated stairway structures and braces for jobtask using cutting torch and mig and stick welder
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects within tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality results
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Worked with team while fabricating bridge railing and stairways using mig welder to fit together
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
  • Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.

Planer Mill Supervisor

Cooper Marine
04.2020 - 03.2022
  • Established preventive maintenance schedules for machinery to prevent downtime and extend equipment life
  • Conducted weekly meetings with staff members to discuss progress updates, address any challenges faced and provide constructive feedback
  • Demonstrated strong leadership qualities by motivating team members to perform at their best and achieve both individual and collective goals
  • Increased production efficiency by implementing new equipment and optimizing processes
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting thorough inspections, enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols, and addressing potential hazards proactively
  • Enhanced employee performance through regular performance reviews, coaching, and training sessions
  • Managed daily operations effectively to meet production quotas consistently and exceed quality standards
  • Worked with plant manager to deterim what products to run and how much to run
  • work fast to get any equipment that was down back up and running to keep production going
  • learned how to operate every piece of equipment so i could operate when personal was out
  • did quality control on lumber being planed to ensure right demsion

Maintenance

Canfor
01.2019 - 03.2020
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
  • got with day shift to get list of equipment that needed repaired or replaced
  • repaired equipment by replace bad parts,hoses oer cylinders.
  • welded cracks in structures or plates
  • worked on monthly pms nightly
  • Performed preventive maintenance.
  • Reduced maintenance costs for the company by establishing preventive maintenance programs.

Civil Crew Lead

B&B Electric
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Dig trenches for conduit to be laid in substation
  • Degrub grass out and put down rocks useing shovel and skidsteer
  • Dig and form up to pour concrete and finish
  • Level ground and dirt using heavy equipment
  • Dig trenches and install cable tray and level them according to blueprints
  • operate mini x ,skidsteer,bulldoser,and trackhoe
  • worked with concrete truck to pour forms
  • tied rebar cages and frames to put in holes or forms to pour concrete
  • used tamper to pack down dirt or rocks
  • shot molds to tie in groundwires

Floorhand

H&P Drilling
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment
  • Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills
  • Supervised drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of drilling equipment for maximum operational efficiency
  • Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
  • Increased drilling efficiency by implementing precise drilling techniques and optimizing equipment use
  • Trained new team members on company-specific procedures, safety protocols, and best practices for well-drilling operations
  • Maintained accurate records of drilling activities to ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
  • Facilitated effective communication between team members by fostering a collaborative work environment where ideas, concerns, and questions could be openly shared
  • Mentored junior staff to develop their technical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and understanding of the well-drilling industry
  • Enhanced safety measures for team members through regular safety training sessions and drills
  • Conducted risk assessments prior to drilling activities for proactive hazard identification and prevention measures implementation
  • Reduced project completion time with effective planning, coordination, and execution of well drilling tasks

Boiler Maker

Turner, Altairstrickland, Ohmstede, USI, Performance
01.2013 - 08.2017
  • 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
  • Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components
  • Assisted in removing bundles on exchangers to send out for repairs
  • Changed PSV and pipinguseing cranes
  • Changed out valves

Education

GED -

Abecka
05-2001

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Structural steelwork
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Grinding techniques
  • Welding
  • Component installation
  • Material prepping
  • Precision measuring
  • Parts fabrication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Rigging
  • Blueprint reading
  • Parts and components fabrication
  • Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
  • Structural fittings
  • Inspection preparations
  • Pipe cutting
  • Metal cutting
  • Demolition and dismantling
  • Installation and inspection
  • Metal hammering
  • Cutting and threading
  • Troubleshooting
  • Parts replacement
  • Torch cutting
  • Multitasking
  • Mechanical Knowledge

Certification

TWIC CARD

OSHA CARD

FRESH AIR


Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Boilermaker

SWS
09.2024 - 11.2024

Forklift Operator/blaster/painter

Southland Steel Fabricators
07.2023 - 10.2024

Fitter

Peppers Machine and Welding
04.2022 - 06.2023

Planer Mill Supervisor

Cooper Marine
04.2020 - 03.2022

Maintenance

Canfor
01.2019 - 03.2020

Civil Crew Lead

B&B Electric
01.2018 - 12.2018

Floorhand

H&P Drilling
08.2017 - 01.2018

Boiler Maker

Turner, Altairstrickland, Ohmstede, USI, Performance
01.2013 - 08.2017

GED -

Abecka

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