Chad Cross
Rodney,ON
Summary
With a significant background in operating and maintaining both agricultural and construction equipment i have a strong understanding in the importance of attention to detail when performing routine maintenance. I've had experienced operating dump trucks in transporting grain to the the elevator as well as driving heavier vehicles in my continuing roll at the west elgin fire department. In my past employment i have had the opportunity to communicate with happy customers as well as some that were upset or irate in my time on the road servicing different pieces of equipment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Wire-Tie MFG
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Fabricating and welding custom welding projects from farm wagons to commercial truck bodies.
- Inspecting and recommending welding repairs to customers and carrying out the repairs from sandblasting, removing broken or worn material to replacing with new material.
- Communicating with customers for material sales or project inquires.
- Reading, understanding blueprints and building the desired finished product from the blueprint.
- Delivering material or products with the flat deck truck including loading and securing of the load.
Mechanic
Kucera Farm Supply
10.2016 - 06.2022
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth within the company.
- Upheld quality control standards for all completed work, ensuring each vehicle left the shop operating at peak performance.
- Trucking equipment when needed with the flat deck and the float trailer.
Laborer
Kearney Planters
06.2012 - 10.2016
- Carry out maintenance and repairs on planting and harvesting equipment in the shop as well as on the road
- Supervising jobs and projects in the shop and on the road
- Customizing planting equipment to the customers wants and needs.
- On call customer service during the spring and fall seasons.
Education
License Certificate - Agricultural Equipment Technician
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON02-2023
High School Diploma -
West Elgin Secondary School
West Lorne, ON06-2007
Skills
- MIG welding
- Fabrication
- Parts Fabrication
- Custom fabrication
- Stick Welding
- Communication with upset or irate customers
- Operating equipment (Farm and construction)
- Quick learner
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Wire-Tie MFG
06.2022 - 03.2024
Mechanic
Kucera Farm Supply
10.2016 - 06.2022
Laborer
Kearney Planters
06.2012 - 10.2016
License Certificate - Agricultural Equipment Technician
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
West Elgin Secondary School
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