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Blake Wills

Summary

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic with 11 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, maintaining the Leopard 2 platform for 8 consecutive years. Demonstrating exceptional skills and knowledge in maintaining and repairing the Leopard 2 A4, A4M, A6M, and the ARV3CAN, ensuring peak operational efficiency. Known for delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines and contributing to team success through strong technical expertise.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Department of National Defence
08.2013 - Current

· Lead maintenance operations for military vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and readiness. Implement innovative repair strategies, reducing downtime and enhancing fleet reliability.

· Lead teams in executing large-scale maintenance projects such as F4 and F5 inspections. Fostering knowledge sharing and skill development among team members to elevate overall expertise.

· Conducted meticulous inspections and repairs on the Leopard 2 FOV, resulting in higher maintenance standards of the platform and overall serviceability of the Leopard 2 fleet.

· Fostered a culture of continuous learning within maintenance teams. Mentor junior mechanics, sharing expertise to elevate overall skill levels and operational efficiency ensuring a high maintenance standard.

· Kept detailed records of all maintenance activities performed on each Leopard 2, through the use of the F series inspections, providing a comprehensive maintenance history for future reference.

· Consistently adhered to stringent safety guidelines and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and ensure a safe working environment for all team members.

Education

Interprovincial Red Seal -

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Off Road)
Edmonton, AB
05.2024

Interprovincial Red Seal -

Automotive Service Technician
Edmonton, AB
06.2018

Certificate -

Leopard 2 FOV Maintenance Course
Borden, ON
07.2016

College Diploma -

Motive Power Technician
Hamilton, ON
06.2013

Skills

  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Workplace Safety
  • Teamwork
  • Mentorship
  • Technical Documentation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Certification

First Aid and CPR, St, John Ambulance | May 2023 – May 2026

Primary Leadership Qualification, Department of National Defence | February 2023

WHIMIS 2015 – Orientation and Workplace Specific Training, Department of National Defence | March 2022 Indigenous Culture Awareness, Department of National Defence | September 2021

Workplace Violence Prevention, Department of National Defence | May 2017 Controlled Goods Awareness, Department of National Defence | February 2013

Timeline

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Department of National Defence
08.2013 - Current

Interprovincial Red Seal -

Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Off Road)

Interprovincial Red Seal -

Automotive Service Technician

Certificate -

Leopard 2 FOV Maintenance Course

College Diploma -

Motive Power Technician
Blake Wills