Dewey Sherburne

30 years experience

welding and heavy equipment operator

EXPERIENCE

January 1995 to Present

Lead Mechanic, Covanta Energy (formerly American Ref-Fuel Company)

• As Lead Mechanic, I am responsible for coordinating the activities of my direct reports (3 Mechanics and 2 I&C
  Technicians) and ensuring that jobs are planned and staged to maximize worker efficiency
• interface between the Operations Group and the Mechanical Supervisor to help prioritize and plan repairs - also, trained in Project Management
• Qualified to read Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
• Inspect, repair, and test boilers and auxiliary support equipment throughout the facility - this includes both Corrective and Preventative Maintenance. Ability to use UT instruments, analyze and map the data for boiler
• Mechanical drives and conveyor systems expert; pump repair and rebuild; air compressor repair and overhaul
• Designated a system expert on all Front End Loaders on the site (Volvo L120, L90C, and L90E). Also, a certified forklift instructor, responsible for training and proficiency of all site personnel on Covanta forklifts
• Confined Space Rescuer - responsible for all potential rescue aspects with personnel entering Permit Required and Alternate Confined Spaces
• 6G Pipe Welder; State of Connecticut 3G Structural Welder; proficient pipefitter
• Safety, Environmental, and Health Committee member and chairman
• Designated a 'Competent' scaffold builder /inspector. Ability to design, build, and inspect scaffold systems
• Bearing repairs and replacements on rotating equipment - trained and proficient on laser alignment tool use and aligning pumps, motors, and fans

EDUCATION

1983 - 1987

Waterford High School; Southeastern Technical School, Groton CT (evenings - Electronics and Residential Wiring)