John Hutcherson
Brookhaven
Summary
Dedicated Journeyman Boilermaker with Optimal Field Services, skilled in blueprint interpretation and precision measuring. Proven ability to enhance team performance through effective problem-solving and attention to detail. Successfully maintained safety compliance while executing complex assembly tasks, contributing to project success and operational efficiency.
Knowledgeable Tradesperson with extensive background in boilermaking, known for precision in constructing, assembling, and maintaining fixed equipment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Boilermaker
Optimal Field Services
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in interpreting blueprints for fabrication and assembly tasks.
- Handled tools and machinery with attention to detail during assembly processes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met consistently.
- Participated in training programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge of materials.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- 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.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Operated Manlifts and Extended Boom Lifts/JLG
- Learned safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Supported senior boilermakers in installing piping systems and fixtures.
Boilermaker Helper
Optimal Field Services
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted skilled boilermakers in assembling and installing boiler components.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Supported welding processes by preparing materials and managing work areas efficiently.
- Promoted a safe working environment by maintaining clean and organized workspaces at all times.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enterprise Attendance Center
Brookhaven, MS05-2021
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Structural steelwork
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Grinding techniques
- Component installation
- Precision measuring
- Plasma cutting
- Material prepping
- Heavy lifting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Rigging
- Pipefitting
- Cutting and threading
- Demolition and dismantling
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Journeyman Boilermaker
Optimal Field Services
10.2024 - Current
Boilermaker Helper
Optimal Field Services
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Enterprise Attendance Center