Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Additional Information
Timeline
Generic

Lincoln Berg

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Skilled in fabrication and equipment maintenance, I leveraged my expertise at Mountain Equipment Co-op to enhance workshop efficiency and mentor junior mechanics. Demonstrating strong troubleshooting abilities and a commitment to professional growth, I've consistently improved service quality and team skill sets, embodying teamwork and precision across diverse roles.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Furniture Design and Fabricator

Self Employed
03.2023 - Current
  • Read technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
  • Worked with clients to design and build various pieces of work, and structures

Mechanic

Denman Bike Shop
03.2022 - Current
  • Conducted thorough inspections of bicycles to identify necessary repairs or adjustments accurately.
  • Solved complex mechanical problems with attention to detail and precision workmanship.
  • Boosted overall shop performance by actively participating in ongoing training sessions and staying current on industry developments.

Bike Mechanic

Mighty Riders
06.2018 - 04.2021
  • Conducted thorough inspections of bicycles to identify necessary repairs or adjustments accurately.
  • Solved complex mechanical problems with attention to detail and precision workmanship.
  • Boosted overall shop performance by actively participating in ongoing training sessions and staying current on industry developments.

Handyman/Back of House Manager

La Fabrique St. Georges
10.2019 - 03.2021
  • receiving and managing wine making equipment
  • design and construction of wine making vessel implements for unique Eastern European containers (Qvevri)
  • transfer and care of wine, including collecting and testing of health and quality and bottling
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters. Maintaining and repairing building, including tiling, roof repair

District Master Mechanic

Mountain Equipment Co-op
05.2016 - 03.2017
  • Collaborated with service advisors to ensure clear communication between customers and the mechanic team
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, attending training sessions and workshops to stay current on new technologies and repair techniques.
  • helping develop training program and conducting training of junior mechanics and bike builders
  • quality control of mechanical work
  • general store management duties such as opening and closing, loss prevention, day-to day team management

Master Mechanic

Mountain Equipment Co-op
02.2010 - 04.2016
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing learning.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining an organized workspace, tracking inventory levels, and ordering parts as needed, provided ongoing training and teaching of updated bike maintenance skills
  • Ensuring clean and optimal workshop space through regular inspection and performance measures as laid out by head office

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
04.2000

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Machinery Operation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Hand and power tools
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Repair work
  • Troubleshooting
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Installation and maintenance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary

Additional Information

Have collaborated with Janaki Larsen Studios, a local well known ceramist for various artistic projects, including co-curating art show at the Dal Schindell gallery at UBC; also hanging and displaying various shows at the gallery

Timeline

Furniture Design and Fabricator

Self Employed
03.2023 - Current

Mechanic

Denman Bike Shop
03.2022 - Current

Handyman/Back of House Manager

La Fabrique St. Georges
10.2019 - 03.2021

Bike Mechanic

Mighty Riders
06.2018 - 04.2021

District Master Mechanic

Mountain Equipment Co-op
05.2016 - 03.2017

Master Mechanic

Mountain Equipment Co-op
02.2010 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Calgary

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Lincoln Berg