William Ridenour
Columbus
Summary
Skilled Millwright with comprehensive experience in industrial and construction environments. Well-versed in installing, maintaining, and repairing machinery and equipment, ensuring operational efficiency. Possess strong problem-solving skills, adept at interpreting blueprints and technical manuals. Contributed to improving machinery uptime and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and efficient repair techniques.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Millwright
West Rock
Cottonton
04.2025 - Current
- Assembled components using hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers.
- Adjusted machinery and repaired or replaced defective parts to save company on repair fees.
- Cleaned machine tools and lubricated them with appropriate lubricants.
- Maintained records of all work performed on machinery and equipment.
- Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies and adjusted, leveled and tensioned machines and components.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Inspected and completed troubleshooting to repair machinery.
- Diagnosed malfunctions in complex machinery using blueprints or schematics.
- Adjusted and calibrated components as necessary to restore proper operation.
Maintenance Technician
Johns Manville
Phenix City
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
Sawmill Supervisor
Interfor
Thomaston
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Liaised between senior plant management and line-level supervision to maintain open communications.
- Discussed job performance problems with employees, identifying causes and issues to find solutions.
- Conducted regular reviews with team members to assess their performance and provide feedback as needed.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, including personnel management, budgeting and scheduling.
- Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Consulted with managers to resolve problems relating to employee performance, office equipment and work schedules.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.
- Interpreted and explained work procedures and policies to brief staff.
Millwright
Interfor
Thomaston
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Calibrated instruments such as pressure gauges and thermometers for accuracy of readings.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed on machinery.
- Inspected and tested all machinery components to ensure proper functionality.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
- Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jordan Vocational High School
Columbus, GA05-2011
Certified Manufacturing -
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA01-2011
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine assembly
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Preventive maintenance
- Machine installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Parts replacement
- Team collaboration
- Performance evaluation
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Rigging expertise
- Lockout Procedures
- Crane operation
- Critical thinking
- Goal setting
- Multitasking capacity
- Professionalism
Timeline
Maintenance Millwright
West Rock
04.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Johns Manville
12.2023 - 04.2024
Sawmill Supervisor
Interfor
03.2023 - 12.2023
Millwright
Interfor
02.2018 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Jordan Vocational High School
Certified Manufacturing -
Columbus Technical College
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