Kiefer Badger
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Objective: Further my career in Heavy Equipment Technician. Enthusiastic HET Apprentice trained in repair, installation and diagnosis. Physically fit with a flexible schedule, personal tool set and a clean driving record.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
HET Apprentice 3rd Year
Diamond International Trucks
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment.
- Developed proficiency in industry-specific tools and software through hands-on training.
- Implemented suggestions from mentors, leading to enhanced productivity and skill development.
HET Apprentice 2nd Year
HOCC
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Utilized newly acquired skills by taking on increasingly complex assignments over time.
- Completed assigned tasks efficiently and accurately, contributing to overall project success.
- Worked with Hydraulic systems and helped with rebuilding hydraulic valve banks.
- Diagnosed most wiring issues with help of wiring diagrams.
- Gained assortment of hydraulic exp. by dealing with hydraulic problems daily.
Apprentice HET 1st Year
DMS Automotive
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn all related job tasks and roles.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in all work areas.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Class 1 Operator/Apprentice HET
Badger Daylighting
09.2014 - 06.2019
- Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and hours of service data to keep reports current.
- Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
- Conducting pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Supported management by reporting truck abnormalities for corrective action.
- Conducted preventive maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.
Class 1 Operator
Performance Vac & Tank
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Operated many Combo, Hydro, Straight, And Semi Vac units.
- Hours of Service, Cargo Securement, Pre-Trip Inspections.
- Pulled Tractor Trailers, also Truck and Pup.
- Physically able to keep up with the proper time guidelines when needed.
- Very reliable when it comes to getting work done.
- Very patient with learning new things so as to get it done right the first time.
- Able to keep up with fast paced environment.
Swamper/Operator
Elite Waste Disposal
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Always prepared for the job at all times.
- Worked against cold weather extremes.
- Worked away from home a lot.(always on the road).
- Obey all rules and regulations required by the employers.
- Worked for long periods of time and long hours consecutively.
Labourer /Operator
Praxis EarthWorks Ltd.
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Skid steer/Loader/Rock Truck Operator for 9 months.
- Mechanically inclined, able to keep my machines fully functional.
- Changed oils, filters on both hydraulic and engine oil.
- 5 months ground work ( Very Physically Demanding ).
- Operated Crusher ( Tower Operator ).
Education
High School Diploma -
Beaverlodge Regional High School
Beaverlodge, AB5 2007
Safety Certifications: Valid Class 1 Drivers License, WHMIS, TDG, PST, Ground Disturbance Level II, Confined Space Entry W/Rescue, Standard First Aid AB/BC, H2S Alive -
Some College (No Degree) - Millwright & Carpentry
NAIT
Edmonton, ABHeavy Equipment Technician Truck & Trailer -
Grande Prairie Regional College
Fairview, ABSkills
- Safety understanding
- Forklift driving
- Basic welding skills
- Safety awareness
- Time Management
- Customer service
- First Aid/CPR
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Open minded to new and productive ways to improve trade skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Maintain Physical Fitness
Joing Baseball Leagues, Ball Hockey Leagues, Golf Leagues, Ice Hockey Leagues,
Timeline
HET Apprentice 3rd Year
Diamond International Trucks
09.2023 - 02.2024
HET Apprentice 2nd Year
HOCC
09.2021 - 01.2023
Apprentice HET 1st Year
DMS Automotive
06.2019 - 02.2020
Class 1 Operator/Apprentice HET
Badger Daylighting
09.2014 - 06.2019
Class 1 Operator
Performance Vac & Tank
01.2014 - 01.2015
Swamper/Operator
Elite Waste Disposal
01.2013 - 01.2014
Labourer /Operator
Praxis EarthWorks Ltd.
01.2012 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Beaverlodge Regional High School
Safety Certifications: Valid Class 1 Drivers License, WHMIS, TDG, PST, Ground Disturbance Level II, Confined Space Entry W/Rescue, Standard First Aid AB/BC, H2S Alive -
Some College (No Degree) - Millwright & Carpentry
NAIT
Heavy Equipment Technician Truck & Trailer -
Grande Prairie Regional College
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