David Hardwick
Fountain
Summary
It is my goal to obtain secure, long-term employment where I can learn and grow with a valued company. I would like to have the opportunity to work in a setting where I can utilize my skills and abilities. Also to give my best in everything I do to obtain the best performance for myself and the company I am working for.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright
Zachary Industrial
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Perform layouts of vessels and tanks according to blueprints
- Bushing pump and tank pads
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
- Epoxy base shims according to prints for tanks
- Shoot elevations for proper placement of equipment
- Laser alignment within .002 tolerance
- Install coupling and guards
- Housekeeping
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through effective organization of tools, parts inventory, and work orders.
Millwright
ICS/ Western Sugar Co-op
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Upgraded outdated machinery components to improve reliability, extending the lifespan of essential equipment.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, collaborating closely with engineers to ensure proper setup and operation.
- Optimized production flow by aligning mechanical systems accurately within tight tolerances.
- Ensured optimal machine performance, conducting routine diagnostic tests and making necessary adjustments.
- Streamlined repair processes by developing detailed troubleshooting guides for various equipment types.
- Collaborated with team members, sharing expertise in millwright tasks for improved overall productivity.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections and adhering to strict safety protocols during repairs.
- Maximized asset life through diligent preventive maintenance efforts, averting costly breakdowns and prolonging equipment usage periods.
- Shutdown Maintenance
Millwright
Wanzek- Palmer Rail Mill
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Coordinated with other tradespeople in multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring seamless collaboration and timely completion.
- Enhanced workplace safety by identifying hazards and implementing necessary corrective actions during daily operations.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with 100% accuracy.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Assembled traveling frame and furnace for the melting of steel ingots for new solar powered rail mill
- New construction
Millwright
Greywolf Industries/ Nucor Steel
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Assemble 500,350,150 ton cranes
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through effective organization of tools, parts inventory, and work orders.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
Millwright
TIC/ LNG Plant
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Install belts on finn fans
- Lockout Tagout finn fans for cooling units
- Find and set pitch on fan blades
- Use sheave alignment tool for motor and fan sheave alignments
- Installed belts
- Epoxy shims and shoot elevation for large holding tanks
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with 100% accuracy
Millwright
ICS
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Replaced motors, gearboxes aligned them once new equipment installed
- Changed belt, worn out pieces of equipment
- Disassembled gearboxes for diffusing tower
- Reset timing and installed new chain
- Replaced various bearings set with feeler gauges and locked them down and filled with the proper grease.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through effective organization of tools, parts inventory, and work orders.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
Michigan Millwright
Fagen Inc
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Install pumps, valves, and rigged loads for the crane operator
- Hung steel and bolted structure
- Installed conveyors, grain elevators, air heaters, dust systems, and ID fans
- Operated all-terrain forklifts, snorkel lifts, and scissor lifts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
Millwright
Bracken Industries
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Rigged equipment to be flown into place
- Set rollers, conveyors, motors, and gearboxes
- Shimmed up different equipment skids for rough pre-alignment
- Torqued bolts to spec
- Poured grout to permanently set equipment
- Did final alignment to sell to QC.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
Millwright
ICS
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Replaced motors, gearboxes aligned them once new equipment installed
- Changed belt, worn out pieces of equipment
- Disassembled gearboxes for diffusing tower
- Reset timing and installed new chain
- Replaced various bearings set with feeler gauges and locked them down and filled with the proper grease.
- Rebuild pumps according to pump manuals
- Replaced mechanical seals, labyrinth seals, gaskets, and packing on pumps according to manufacturer's specifications
- perform laser alignment below 0.002 tolerance and correcting any soft foot issues
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
Education
Widefield High School
Colorado Springs, COGED
Colorado Springs, COPike Peak Community Collage
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- OSHA 10
- JLG Certified
- Qualified signal person (crane)
- Spotter trained
- TWIC card
- Hole watch trained
- Fire watched trained
- Precision Alignment
- Rigging Techniques
- Machinery installation
- Parts Installation
- Safety Procedures
- Heavy Lifting
References
- Winfred Wlliams, 218-275-3347, Precision Millwright
- Kenny Watkins, 406-208-2418, Precision Millwright
- Anthony Childers, 513-508-0229, Millwright Foreman
- Peter Sullivan, 860-823-9895, Millwright GS
- Petey Benefield, 334-646-3007, Millwright GF
- Terry Stoffers, 504-201-5430, Millwright GF
Timeline
Millwright
Zachary Industrial
01.2024 - 03.2024
Millwright
ICS/ Western Sugar Co-op
03.2023 - 01.2024
Millwright
Wanzek- Palmer Rail Mill
06.2022 - 01.2023
Millwright
Greywolf Industries/ Nucor Steel
02.2021 - 06.2022
Millwright
TIC/ LNG Plant
01.2020 - 02.2021
Millwright
ICS
07.2019 - 01.2020
Michigan Millwright
Fagen Inc
03.2019 - 07.2019
Millwright
Bracken Industries
10.2018 - 03.2019
Millwright
ICS
09.2017 - 10.2018
Widefield High School
GED
Pike Peak Community Collage
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