Kevin Kreutz
Koocanusa West,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented Equipment Manager with 10+ years of experience in ON/OFF Road equipment repairs and maintenance. Adept at working on strict budgets and keeping accurate inventories. Successful at maintaining an organized storage area and clean workspace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Manager/Mechanic Shop Foreman
Dennis Dirtworx LTD
01.2020 - 03.2024
- Optimized equipment management by implementing effective inventory tracking systems.
- Reduced downtime in operations by performing proactive maintenance on equipment.
- Enhanced safety standards with thorough inspection and repair of faulty equipment.
- Ensured timely acquisition of new equipment, streamlining the procurement process.
- Managed equipment budgets, resulting in cost-effective purchasing decisions and reduced overhead expenses.
- Improved overall productivity by ensuring proper functioning of all machinery and tools at job sites.
- Established preventive maintenance schedules to minimize breakdowns and extend the life of equipment.
- Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Field Service Technician
Headwater Equipment
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting thorough inspections and executing comprehensive preventive maintenance tasks.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Improved overall productivity with meticulous attention to detail in servicing and repairing heavy equipment components.
- Optimized machine operations, executing regular tune-ups and adjusting hydraulic systems as needed.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication with team members regarding equipment status updates and project timelines.
- Mentored junior mechanics on best practices for heavy equipment repair, fostering a supportive learning environment for continuous growth.
- Developed custom solutions to address unique challenges posed by complex or outdated machinery.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/ Truck Driver/Transportation Dispatcher
Pokolm Trucking
01.2009 - 12.2016
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting thorough inspections and executing comprehensive preventive maintenance tasks.
- Improved overall productivity with meticulous attention to detail in servicing and repairing heavy equipment components.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Streamlined dispatch operations by implementing efficient scheduling and route planning strategies.
- Managed daily trucking operations, ensuring safety compliance and adherence to regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and problem-solving support.
Education
RED SEAL HEAVY DUTY TECHNICIAN ON/OFF ROAD -
Lethbridge Collage
Lethbridge, ABHigh School Diploma -
LCI
Lethbridge, AB06.2005
Skills
- Diagnostics
- Crew Supervision
- Scheduling
- Cost Estimates
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Inspections
- CAT S1 Hydraulic systems
- CAT S4 Electrical systems
- CAT S3 Power Trains
- CAT S2 Applied failure analysis
- Sany (cummins)
- Terex (scania, allison)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Equipment Manager/Mechanic Shop Foreman
Dennis Dirtworx LTD
01.2020 - 03.2024
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Field Service Technician
Headwater Equipment
01.2017 - 12.2020
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/ Truck Driver/Transportation Dispatcher
Pokolm Trucking
01.2009 - 12.2016
RED SEAL HEAVY DUTY TECHNICIAN ON/OFF ROAD -
Lethbridge Collage
High School Diploma -
LCI
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