James McKay
Dapp
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute as team member. Experience in heavy machinery operation, following direction, using tools, troubleshooting and worksite safety. Thorough and highly organized with great communication skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Stuber's Cat Service
01.2023 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment with skill such as Dozer (D6N, 6T, 7E, 7R, 8T), Grader (JD-772 CM), Packer (CAT 815), Articulating Wagon, and Rock Truck. (CAT/Volvo/JD/Terex)
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as bulldozers, rock trucks, packers and graders.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
Owner & Operator
JAKT Body Shop Inc.
01.2017 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Autobody Technician
JAKT Body Shop Inc.
01.2017 - Current
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed, removed, repaired and reassembled body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts of vehicles.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Performed meticulous color matching using paint mixing systems, resulting in seamless paint finishes that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
Manager
Wabash Manufacturing
01.2003 - 01.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies for all painting projects.
- Improved paint shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and workflow management.
Sales Representative
Rondex
09.2019 - 2021
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Cultivated deep understanding of product features to answer questions and overcome objections.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
Education
Autobody Technician
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton01-2006
Lorne Jenkins High School
Barrhead, AB06-1998
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Team work
- Work Independently
- Equipment inspections
- Following instructions
- Daily reporting
- Time management
- Hand and power tool operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Parts welding
- Mechanically inclined
Certification
- Journeyman Certificate - Auto Body Technician - Auto Body Prepper
- Journeyman Certificate - Auto Body Technician - Auto Body Refinisher
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Workplace Hazardous Material (WHIMIS)
- H2S Alive
- First Aid
- Construction Safety Training Systems
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Stuber's Cat Service
01.2023 - Current
Sales Representative
Rondex
09.2019 - 2021
Owner & Operator
JAKT Body Shop Inc.
01.2017 - Current
Autobody Technician
JAKT Body Shop Inc.
01.2017 - Current
Manager
Wabash Manufacturing
01.2003 - 01.2019
Autobody Technician
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Lorne Jenkins High School
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