Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Craig Dickson

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Military Veteran with extensive maintenance experience in diverse environments. Strong leadership demonstrated through effective teamwork and disciplined task execution. Proven adaptability in dynamic settings, consistently seeking opportunities for knowledge enhancement.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Technician

Element Technical Services
05.2022 - 03.2025
  • Conducted heavy equipment testing in all weather conditions. Prepared and serviced units prior to testing procedures. Inspected for leaks and faults during each load testing phase. Executed repairs to ensure units met field work readiness. Configured diagnostics to collect and monitor performance data. Managed 8-10 units completing final inspections per week.

Ski and Bike Technician

Mountain Equipment Company
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Executed building and repairing of skis, snowboards, and mountain bikes within a small team. Utilized small hand tools to conduct on-the-spot repairs for immediate customer service. Completed online ski and bike courses to enhance technical knowledge and skills. Educated customers on proper bike care and maintenance, resulting in fewer returns and increased customer satisfaction.

Master Corporal

British Army
01.2013 - 07.2019
  • Led a team of 10 personnel to achieve high operational standards and foster development. Prioritized and delegated tasks, enhancing younger soldiers understanding of workshop principles. Conducted fault finding and repairs on various heavy armored vehicles, targeting 90% availability. Performed basic service, engine repairs, track repairs, and complete vehicle overhauls.

Education

NVQ - Engineering Maintanence

Army School of Electrical And Mechanical Engineering
Bordon, United Kingdom
2014

Diploma - HND Health, Fitness And Exercise

Edinburgh College
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2011

High School Diploma -

Craigmount High School
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2009

Skills

  • Preventive maintenance procedures
  • Safety check conduction
  • Heavy equipment diagnostics
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Shop safety procedures
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Leadership skills
  • Reliability

Accomplishments

  • Commanding Officer coins for trade excellence, being one of the top 5 tradesmen out of 300 people.
  • Multiple half marathons completed around the world

References

References can be given upon request

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Technician

Element Technical Services
05.2022 - 03.2025

Ski and Bike Technician

Mountain Equipment Company
10.2019 - 10.2021

Master Corporal

British Army
01.2013 - 07.2019

NVQ - Engineering Maintanence

Army School of Electrical And Mechanical Engineering

Diploma - HND Health, Fitness And Exercise

Edinburgh College

High School Diploma -

Craigmount High School
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