Michael Byrd
Trona
Summary
Detail-oriented Journeyman Millwright with proven expertise in welding, mechanical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Experienced in optimizing equipment performance and ensuring safety compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Millwright
SEARLES VALLEY MINERLAS
TRONA CA
10.2019 - Current
- Installed and maintained mechanical systems to ensure optimal operation of equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and enhancements.
- Trained junior millwrights on safety protocols and maintenance procedures for machinery.
- Oversaw complex repairs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to recommend improvements and enhance productivity.
- Trained junior millwrights in proper techniques for installing, maintaining, and repairing various types of machinery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful completion of large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting, repair, and alignment of rotating machinery.
- Conducted regular audits on current equipment practices to ensure compliance with industry standards as well as federal regulations.
- Increased production efficiency with the installation and optimization of complex industrial equipment.
- Consistently met project deadlines through effective time management, teamwork, and technical expertise in the millwright field.
- Exhibited strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during project executions leading to minimal delays.
- Ensured safe work environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular safety inspections.
- Maintained detailed documentation of repairs, modifications, and equipment specifications to streamline future maintenance activities.
- Maximized equipment life span by performing thorough inspections and adhering to manufacturer''s recommendations for maintenance schedules.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize machine performance, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing preventative maintenance procedures and identifying potential issues.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Fabricated custom parts using welding techniques when necessary ensuring a precise fit for optimal functioning.
- Improved plant operations by upgrading outdated machinery components with modern technology to increase automation capabilities.
- Performed diagnostic tests on mechanical systems to identify root causes of failures and develop appropriate solutions.
- Supported the overall facility management by handling equipment relocation projects ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- 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 [Number]% accuracy.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
- Analyzed schematics and blueprints to fix machinery and calculate materials needed for repair.
- Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
- Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
RAILCAR MAINTENANCE TEC
TRONA RAILWAY COMPANY
Trona, CA
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Operated and maintained railway signaling systems to ensure safe train operations.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical failures in locomotives and rolling stock.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to meet safety regulations and operational standards.
Education
GED -
VACCA VALLEY ADULT SCHOOL
Vacaville, CA2012
Skills
- Bearing installation
- Precision alignment
- Conveyor systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Welding techniques
- Hand tool usage
- Equipment installation
- Machinery maintenance
- Industrial equipment repair
- Repair tasks
- Pump maintenance
- Gearbox overhaul
- Seal replacement
- Fastener selection
- Lubrication techniques
- Rigging techniques
- Motor controls
- Machinery installation
- Equipment rebuilding
- Equipment assembly
- Machinery transporting
- Equipment setup
- Parts installation
- Parts repair
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Malfunction diagnosis
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Diagnostic techniques
- Safety compliance
- Safety enhancement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment inspections
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Diagram and schematic reading
- Technical plan analysis
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Mechanical alignment
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Fabrication
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Load handling
- Machinery assembly
- Machinery dismantling
- Conveyor assembly
- Mechanical tools
- Mechanical tool usage
- Project scheduling
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Documentation analysis
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Root-cause analysis
- Industrial systems troubleshooting
- Machine repair
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
Certification
NCCER MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN
#24515235 https://nccer.to/ov
Timeline
Journeyman Millwright
SEARLES VALLEY MINERLAS
10.2019 - Current
RAILCAR MAINTENANCE TEC
TRONA RAILWAY COMPANY
01.2017 - 10.2019
GED -
VACCA VALLEY ADULT SCHOOL