Jason Troupe
Wilmer
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Specialist with a proven track record at ArcelorMittal Calvert, excelling in mechanical planning and asset reliability. Expert in optimizing equipment lifespan and minimizing downtime through strategic project management. Strong leadership skills foster team collaboration, ensuring safety compliance and operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Specialist & Planner
ArcelorMittal Calvert
01.2011 - Current
- Managed specialized maintenance for high-volume manufacturing environments, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness of critical mechanical assets.
- Spearheaded maintenance planning and technical support for Area "J," overseeing mechanical equipment reliability and workflow efficiency.
- Utilized advanced maintenance strategies to reduce downtime and optimize equipment lifespan through meticulous planning.
- Planned and scheduled roll maintenance and grinding operations, aligning inventory levels with mill production targets to ensure operational efficiency.
- Balanced inventory and maintenance cycles to prevent bottlenecks in mill operations, enhancing workflow and supporting uninterrupted production.
- Directed the installation and commissioning of the Spray Roaster Acid Regeneration Plant.
- Oversaw the successful transition from construction to operational status, managing equipment verification and performance testing.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance in Cold Rolled Mill (CRM), strengthening technical expertise in hydraulics and rotating equipment.
Millwright & Foreman
United Brotherhood of Carpenters – Local 89
Mobile
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Lead millwright and foreman for high-precision industrial projects across major power generation and construction firms.
- Directed crews in disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of large-scale steam and gas turbines to ensure operational readiness.
- Managed precision leveling and alignment of rotating equipment to meet strict OEM tolerances.
- Executed complex mechanical repairs and overhauls on Westinghouse turbine units, minimizing downtime during critical outage windows.
- Led mechanical crews in the installation and maintenance of high-pressure piping systems and associated rotating equipment.
- Supervised millwright teams during facility turnarounds, ensuring safety compliance while meeting aggressive production deadlines.
- Spearheaded a specialized project for the installation and calibration of robotic automation systems.
- Specializations: Turbine Overhaul (Steam/Gas), Precision Alignment, Robotic Integration, Heavy Rigging.
- Leadership: Crew Supervision, Project Scheduling, Safety Compliance (OSHA), Blueprint Reading.
Foreman / Ironworker
Turner Industries
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed the structural steel erection and pipe rack expansion for 7 miles of pipe rack on a critical greenfield expansion project, ensuring precise alignment and adherence to structural drawings.
- Supervised the Ironworkers Department for the EPT expansion project, responsible for the installation of heavy structural steel components and module supports.
- Supervised and mentored 24-person crew of ironworkers in industrial, greenfield setting, enforcing strict OSHA and company safety regulations to maintain low-incident work environment.
- Led hands-on field operations include rigging, bolting, and welding of structural components, maintaining strict quality control and project timelines.
- Coordinated daily workflow and equipment allocation for team, optimizing crane operations, material shakeout, and steel fabrication activities.
- Resolved on-site technical issues and liaised with engineers and management to ensure structural steel met project specifications.
- Key Skills to Include: Structural Steel Erection, Foreman Leadership & Supervision, Heavy Rigging & Hoisting, Blueprint Reading (ISO), Safety Compliance (OSHA), Quality Control/Inspection.
Millwright Shift Supervisor
Simpson Timber Corp
01.1995 - 01.2007
- Coordinated maintenance crews and shifts with plant manager Dwight McKay to achieve production targets and reduce downtime.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired heavy industrial machinery, including conveyors, pumps, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
- Diagnosed complex equipment failures and performed emergency repairs to ensure continuous plant operations.
- Enforced strict safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), ensuring a zero-incident work environment.
Skills
- Mechanical Planning
- Maintenance Operations
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Asset Reliability
- Startup & Commissioning
- Project Management
- Crew leadership
- Foreman management
- Shift Supervision
- Mechanical Systems
- Blueprint Reading (ISO)
- Quality Control/Inspection
- Safety Management
- Safety Compliance (OSHA)
- Safety Leadership
- First Responder
- Digital Maintenance Tools
- IVARA
- SAP
- Quality Control/Inspection
Skills
- Reliability & Maintenance Excellence, Mechanical Maintenance Reliability: People and Processes, Mastered Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles to analyze asset criticality and optimize maintenance strategies.
- Leadership & Professional Development, Developed foundational leadership skills through the Dale Carnegie Training program, focusing on effective communication and interpersonal relations.
- Safety & Emergency Response, Practical training in establishing and leading safety committees to identify workplace hazards and implement corrective actions.
Core Competencies
Mechanical Planning, Project Management (Maintenance), Asset Reliability, Shift Supervision, Crew Foremanship, Installation General Foremanship, Startup & Commissioning, Millwrighting, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Core Safety Chairman, First Responder, Governor’s Safety Panel contributor
Timeline
Maintenance Specialist & Planner
ArcelorMittal Calvert
01.2011 - Current
Millwright & Foreman
United Brotherhood of Carpenters – Local 89
01.2007 - 01.2011
Foreman / Ironworker
Turner Industries
01.2007 - 01.2008
Millwright Shift Supervisor
Simpson Timber Corp
01.1995 - 01.2007