Hardworking heavy duty mechanic experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Doug Brophy Contracting
Vanderhoof, BC
11.2019 - Current
Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
Coordinated interviews with qualified applicants and created shortlist.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Doug Brophy Contracting
Vanderhoof, BC
06.2017 - Current
Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Doug Brophy Contracting
Vanderhoof, BC
09.2013 - Current
Dismantled and reassembled heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
Examined parts for damage or excessive wear.
Repaired and replaced damaged or worn parts and operated and inspected machines or heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects.
Read and understood operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings and overhauled and tested machines or equipment to assess operating efficiency.
Welded or soldered broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
Utilized various methods to perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on excavators, dozers, skidders and bunchers.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
finning
Prince George, British Columbia
01.2023 - Current
currently working in finning south shop major overhaul.
full rebuilds various pieces of cat equipment
Organize jobs and follow a strict timeline.
Some gear experience, such as final drive and brake group rebuilds.
Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports.
Communicated project status to management and customers and mentored newer mechanics in best practices.
Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic systems, ensuring equipment operated at peak efficiency.
Worked closely with other technicians to ensure quality control standards were met.
Assisted technicians with complex repair tasks when needed.
Ensured compliance with environmental regulations during the disposal of hazardous materials.
Tested repaired machines for proper operation before returning them to service.
Utilized diagnostic software to identify issues and adjust settings for optimal machinery performance.
Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized or manual testing equipment.
Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
Education
4th year apprentice. Pending RED SEAL - Heavy Duty Mechanic
College of The New Caledonia
Prince George, BC
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Nechako Valley Secondary School
Vanderhoof, BC
06.2017
Skills
Efficient
Prioritizes workplace safety
Class 1 license
Level 1 first aid
Red Seal certified
References
Curt donaldson ( Finning charge hand ) 250 565-4606