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CHAD LOTT

La Porte

Summary

Dedicated Precision Millwright Supervisor with over 23 years of experience in gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, and compressors. Proven expertise in precision measurements and alignment using Rotalign Ultra/Pro. OSHA 10 and sea survival trained for offshore operations. Committed to continuous learning and achieving operational excellence.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman

Turner Industries
Whiting
04.2026 - Current
  • Executed maintenance tasks at BP refinery, supporting seamless operations.

  • Coordinated workforce schedules, enhancing construction site productivity.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high construction standards.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety.
  • Collaborated with project managers to facilitate timely completion of milestones.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.

MILLWRIGHT SUPERVISOR

UPS Midstream company
Jena
10.2024 - Current
  • Performed complex diagnostics on mechanical systems using specialized tools and techniques.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Analyzed problems quickly and accurately to determine best solutions for repair or replacement needs.
  • Identified areas where process improvements could be made regarding operational efficiency.
  • Conducted daily inspections of machinery for proper operation.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

PRECISION MILLWRIGHT

Summit Staffing Services
Ranger
10.2013 - Current
  • Assisted supervisor with daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Overhauls on gas and steam turbines and low speed compressors.
  • Overhauled gas and steam turbines and low-speed compressors to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Overseeing jobs from start to finish.
  • Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, modify designs, and establish efficient work procedures.
  • Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies, and adjusted, leveled, and tensioned machines and components.

Foreman

Bechtel
Port Arthur
10.2025 - 04.2026
  • Supervised daily operations on construction projects to ensure compliance and safety.
  • Coordinated work schedules and managed crew assignments for efficiency and productivity.
  • Monitored project progress and addressed issues to maintain workflow continuity.

Trained team on compressor and turbine installation procedures for new equipment.

Was to oversee the installations, helper motor compressor, and turbine installation from start to finish. The installation of the turbine enclosure.

Technical Advisor

Aprojects
Lake Charles
03.2025 - 12.2025
  • Provided expert advice on technical solutions for client projects.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues during project implementation.
  • Troubleshot system errors, identified root causes and implemented corrective measures.
  • Maintained an inventory of spare parts for use in repairs or replacements.

MILLWRIGHT

Advantage Labor
Katy Tx
01.2012 - 10.2024
  • Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
  • Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
  • Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
  • Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
  • Working on gas and steam turbines, from routine inspections to complete overhauls.
  • Slow speed compressor inspections to overhauls.
  • Alignments on various types of equipment's pumps motors high and low speed compressors and turbines.

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Kodiak Gas Services
Monahans
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Maintained daily preventative maintenance on units.
  • Performed daily preventative maintenance on units to ensure optimal performance.
  • Overhauled units to ensure optimal performance.
  • Weekly IMS on units.
  • Conducted biweekly oil tests to monitor equipment health.
  • Overhauled cat engines and rebuilt compressor valves to restore functionality.
  • Executed daily call outs for repairs, addressing issues promptly.

MILLWRIGHT

Dresser-Rand
Houston
11.2013 - 07.2014
  • Generators.
  • Slow speed compressors.
  • Steam turbines.
  • Preventative maintenance.
  • Analyzed problems quickly and accurately to determine best solutions for repair or replacement needs.
  • Updated preventive maintenance schedules regularly based on changes in production needs or equipment conditions.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.

MILLWRIGHT

Tradesman International
Fort Worth
03.2008 - 11.2010
  • Installation and repairs of reciprocation pumps.
  • Steam and gas turbines.
  • Installation and repairs of gear drives.
  • Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
  • Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.

MILLWRIGHT

Skill Masters
Ilouston
03.2001 - 07.2007
  • Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
  • Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
  • Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Adjusted machinery and repaired or replaced defective parts to save company on repair fees.
  • Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
  • Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.

MILLWRIGHT

Varacorp
Atlanta
02.2004 - 03.2005
  • Performed inspections on major frames of gas and steam turbines to ensure safety and performance.
  • Conducted inspections during overhaul phases to ensure equipment functionality.
  • Installed and repaired gear boxes, ensuring operational efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

NEWTON ISD
Newton , TX
09.1987 - 05.2000

Skills

  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Process improvement
  • Project management
  • Resource allocation
  • Team leadership

Certification

OSHA 10

TWIC

Basic plus

Timeline

Foreman

Turner Industries
04.2026 - Current

Foreman

Bechtel
10.2025 - 04.2026

Technical Advisor

Aprojects
03.2025 - 12.2025

MILLWRIGHT SUPERVISOR

UPS Midstream company
10.2024 - Current

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Kodiak Gas Services
04.2023 - 07.2024

MILLWRIGHT

Dresser-Rand
11.2013 - 07.2014

PRECISION MILLWRIGHT

Summit Staffing Services
10.2013 - Current

MILLWRIGHT

Advantage Labor
01.2012 - 10.2024

MILLWRIGHT

Tradesman International
03.2008 - 11.2010

MILLWRIGHT

Varacorp
02.2004 - 03.2005

MILLWRIGHT

Skill Masters
03.2001 - 07.2007

High School Diploma -

NEWTON ISD
09.1987 - 05.2000
CHAD LOTT