Karl Wingert
Calgary,AB
Summary
Professional mechanic with significant hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and implementing effective solutions. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Known for reliability and achieving high-quality results in demanding environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Mechanic
BRC Group
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Developed strong working relationships with clients, ensuring open lines of communication and addressing any concerns promptly to maintain trust and satisfaction.
- Determined schedules and assignments of work activities for 18-member team, considering work priority, availability of equipment and skill of personnel.
- Provided technical expertise to junior mechanics, enhancing their skills and boosting overall team capabilities.
- Upheld high levels of cleanliness within the workshop area, preventing accidents and promoting a professional working environment.
- Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring all repairs met industry standards and customer satisfaction levels.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the department, fostering collaboration among mechanics to achieve common goals efficiently.
- Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Mechanic
Burnco Rock Products
04.2014 - 10.2022
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity through meticulous attention to preventive maintenance tasks such as fluid checks, belt replacements, and battery testing.
- Complete CVIP inspections in a timely manner based on inspection dates.
- Maintained a clean and safe working area
Owner/Operator
K.Wingert Trucking
09.2009 - 04.2014
- Contract for moving shipping containers to and from yard to customers.
- Maintained schedule for on time deliveries as per dispatch.
- Mechanically serviced and maintained Peterbilt.
- Completed pre-trip inspections before every load and delivery.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Professional Driver
Wingert West
01.1997 - 09.2009
- Completed runs from Calgary to Vancouver in a timely manner for parcel delivery and runs from Vancouver to Seattle
- Recorded daily vehicle mileage and activities.
- Ensured clear and effective interactions with Border Services Brokers for package assessments.
- Performed pre-trip safety checks consistently.
Education
Heavy Equipment Technician
SAIT
Calgary, AB11-2024
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Workplace safety
- Customer service
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical systems
- Diagnostics
- Vehicle test drives
- Vehicle inspections
- Suspension systems
Languages
English
Certification
- Red Seal On Road & Off Road
- Class 1 Drivers Licence
- Forklift Training
Timeline
Lead Mechanic
BRC Group
10.2022 - 11.2024
Mechanic
Burnco Rock Products
04.2014 - 10.2022
Owner/Operator
K.Wingert Trucking
09.2009 - 04.2014
Professional Driver
Wingert West
01.1997 - 09.2009
Heavy Equipment Technician
SAIT
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