Dylan Walsh
Summary
Experienced Journeyman Red Seal Heavy Duty Equipment Technician seeking a challenging full-time role. Utilize extensive technical skills to maintain and repair heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact in the field of heavy duty equipment maintenance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Mader Group
Calgary, AB
09.2023 - Current
- Evaluated equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement and recommend upgrades or replacements.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Optimized machine operations, executing regular tune-ups and adjusting hydraulic systems as needed.
- Upheld safety standards by meticulously following industry guidelines for equipment handling, maintenance, and repair procedures.
- Collaborated with a team of mechanics to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems and devise appropriate repair strategies.
- Conducted various repairs from basic service to major component overhaul or replacement on a variety of CAT, Komatsu, John Deere, Case, Hitachi, ETC. from small civil equipment up to ultra class haul trucks and ultra class hydraulic shovels
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Northland Fleet Services
Tumbler Ridge, BC
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted preventative maintenance on customer and internal fleet vehicles.
- Major mechanical repair(engine rebuilds/replacements, transmission overhauls/replacements, etc.)
- Fleet Inspections
- Customer relations
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on various machinery, reducing breakdown incidents and extending equipment lifespan.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot complex mechanical systems effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance repair processes, improving turnaround time for equipment servicing.
- Mentored junior mechanics in best practices for equipment maintenance and repair techniques.
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
Baffinland Iron Mine
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Servicing and performing preventive maintenance on mobile mining equipment and ore hauling trucks and trailers
- Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair
- Major mechanical repairs (replacing transmissions, differentials, engines, etc.)
- Electrical troubleshooting and repair
Progressive Diesel LTD
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Servicing commercial trucks, trailers, and forklifts
- Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair
- Major mechanical repairs (replacing transmissions, differentials, engines, etc.)
- Electrical troubleshooting and repair
- Marine Diesel Engine Maintenance and Repair
- Logging truck fleet safety inspections and repair
Commercial Transport Maintenance Technician
C-Force Marine Ltd
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Servicing commercial trucks, trailers, and forklifts
- Basic hydraulic troubleshooting
- Major mechanical repairs (replacing transmissions, differentials, engines, etc.)
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Reefer maintenance
Service Technician
Carmac Diesel LTD
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Responsible for the care and maintenance of customer vehicles and equipment (shop and field work)
- Major mechanical repairs from engine overhauls to transmissions and differential repairs and replacements
- Basic and advanced electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting
- Welding
- Basic maintenance and servicing
- CVIP experience
Maintenance Technician
Kurt Leroy Trucking Ltd
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for independent repairs (Night shift, remote area, service calls, etc.)
- Servicing logging trucks
- Basic and advanced troubleshooting
- Major mechanical repairs
- Welding
- Basic maintenance
Commercial Transport Maintenance Technician
C-Force Marine Ltd
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Servicing commercial trucks, trailers, and forklifts
- Basic hydraulic troubleshooting
- Major mechanical repairs (replacing transmissions, differentials, engines, etc.)
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Reefer maintenance
Service Technician
All-Pro Power & Marine Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Rebuilding engines
- Servicing logging trucks
- General boat maintenance
- Basic diagnostics
- Troubleshooting marine diesel engines
- Servicing basic heavy machinery (crane truck, front end loaders, etc.)
- Replacing/Maintaining basic hydraulic components
Education
Completed trades program
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BCHigh School Diploma - undefined
Skills
- Very strong work ethic I take much pride in any job I am given and will work tirelessly until I am confident in my work I take pride in being accountable for the work I produce
- Adaptability I adapt to situations very easily, and bring a creative outlook while problem solving
- I thrive in a hands-on learning environment, and grasp concepts very quickly
- My ability to follow directions ensures that any job I am given is done properly, and not only up to my own standards, but the shop’s as well
Certification
- Canadian Interprovincial Red Seal
- BC Class 5 driver's license
- Air brake endorsement
- HRAI certification to buy and sell refrigerants for air conditioning systems
- Full WHMIS 2015 certification
- Level 1 first aid
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Mader Group
09.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Northland Fleet Services
11.2022 - 09.2023
Baffinland Iron Mine
05.2022 - 11.2022
Progressive Diesel LTD
01.2022 - 05.2022
Commercial Transport Maintenance Technician
C-Force Marine Ltd
09.2021 - 01.2022
Service Technician
Carmac Diesel LTD
03.2021 - 09.2021
Maintenance Technician
Kurt Leroy Trucking Ltd
09.2020 - 03.2021
Commercial Transport Maintenance Technician
C-Force Marine Ltd
02.2019 - 09.2020
Service Technician
All-Pro Power & Marine Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Completed trades program
Vancouver Island University