MICHAEL CHRCEK
Geraldton,ON
Summary
Dynamic mechanic with extensive experience at Wild Country Sports, adept at troubleshooting and equipment repair. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective communication and creative problem-solving. Recognized for meticulous parts inspection and maintaining safety standards, ensuring high-quality service and customer satisfaction. Committed to achieving operational excellence in every project.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Wild Country Sports
Longlac, ON
03.2021 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
Finisher
Bombardier Transportation
Thunder bay, On
06.2011 - 03.2021
- I install wire harnesses, terminate the connections of the destinations, and also do the mechanical structure of the passenger trains.ns
- Communicated well with management, crew members, and customers to understand their exact needs.
- Operated power tools and precision hand tools to complete detailed work on interior projects
- Follow movements (Blueprints) to achieve proper size, finish, and quality of completed work
- Read and understand the production orders to complete accurate work and minimize wasted resources.
- I've also held the position of team lead which included making sure others were finishing tasks and keeping within production parameters
Mechanic
Superior Small Engine
Thunder bay, On
02.2011 - 05.2011
- Troubleshot issues with all types of machinery and completed repairs
- Prepared diagnosis report and documents for the customer entailing what the problem is
- Performed tests after repairs to verify resolution of issues
- Maintained safe work environment by ensuring adherence to all established safety MCguidelines and keeping clean, clutter-free workspace
- Utilized devices such as micrometers, calibrators, gauges, and calipers to make adjustments and repairs
- Ensured proper operation of equipment by performing regular maintenance and repairs
- Constructed and fabricated new parts by welding and cutting metal
- Adjusted [Type] systems to meet the manufacturer's performance standards and extend their life for the customer
- Troubleshot electrical problems with the emissions, fuel and ignition systems using specialized testing equipment
- Communicated with parts department to order needed parts and followed up until delivery
- Carefully estimated the expected materials and labor costs associated with each vehicle repair
Owner/Operator
ORBITEL
Thunder bay, On
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Assessed installation requirements by reviewing project portfolios, coordinating materials acquisition, site storage and returns, and minimizing waste
- Staged jobs daily to increase productivity and manage deadlines
- Documented job progress resolving potential issues and reducing error margin
- Cultivated strong working relationships with installation vendors
- Organized project meetings with corporate, technical support, and installation contractors maximizing information flow and increasing early job completion 100%
- Managed project schedules providing 100% on-time project completion
- Analyzed databases to provide pertinent data for product selection and suggest service improvement opportunities
- Installed satellite TV and diagnose problems that customers call in with
- Protected team members and customers by consistently enforcing the established safety policies
- Maintained strict code compliance with every satellite system installation or repair
- Advised on operation of satellite systems to help owners and crew members with expert-level knowledge
- Reviewed the specifics of each property to determine the most appropriate installation methods and estimate the expected costs
- Offered technical assistance to installers, technicians, or other satellite professionals to resolve system and component problems
Installation Manager / technician
Nsat
Thunder bay, On
09.2007 - 12.2009
- Staged jobs daily to increase productivity and manage deadlines
- Cultivated strong working relationships with installation vendors
- Maintained and continually improved installation certification program improving client satisfaction
- Assessed installation requirements by reviewing project portfolios, coordinating materials acquisition, site storage and returns, and minimizing waste
- Organized project meetings with corporate, technical support, and installation contractors maximizing information flow and increasing early job completion 100%
- Coordinated the work of multiple teams installing satellite systems at homes, businesses and institutions across North Western Ontario and Northern Quebec
- Offered technical assistance to installers, technicians, or other professionals to resolve system and component problems
- Reviewed the specifics of each property to determine the most appropriate installation methods and estimate the expected costs
- Evaluated installed systems to determine the level of functionality and identify any problems
- Maintained strict code compliance with every satellite system installation or repair
- Quickly addressed any customer issue with the service or the products to maintain high satisfaction
- Protected team members and customers by consistently enforcing the established safety policies
- Managed daily tasks consistently and sought out opportunities to go beyond requirements and support business targets
Road Maintenance Worker
TWD Road Maintenance
Thunder bay, On
03.2004 - 09.2007
- Operated highway maintenance and traffic equipment to maintain, repair, and clean roadways
- Supported emergency response needs with traffic control, lane closures, and barricade setup
- Documented daily task completion and entered into daily logs
- Adhered to all Ministry of Transportation policies and procedures
- Completed minor repairs and preventative maintenance on highway equipment
- Transported and loaded supplies and materials, safely operating heavy equipment
- Maintained safe roadway conditions, including snow and ice removal
- Transported crews and equipment to work sites
- Diverted traffic from work areas with sign and cone placement
- Drove vehicles to treat roadways with salt and sand
- Landscaped roadside areas to remove weeds and brush, and plant and trim trees
- Signaled motorists to indicate obstacles or repair work ahead
- Removed debris from roadways and surrounding areas, including culverts, catch basins, and other drain structures
- Used pneumatic tampers to spread and tamp asphalt
- Completed preventative maintenance duties on vehicles and heavy equipment
- Installed and repaired guardrails, highway markers, and warning signals
- Operated heavy equipment to remove grass, weeds, snow, and ice
- Cleaned and repaired roadway drainage areas
T1 Maintenance technician
Ministry of Transportation
Marathon, On
09.2003 - 03.2005
- Maintained good working relationship with co-workers and management
- Made sure to complete all work before shift end
- Kept work area organized and clutter-free
- Patrolled area highways to ensure safety and dispatch appropriate procedures when needed
- Eg
- Snow removal machinery
- Communicated with dispatch and police when problems arose on highways
- Operated heavy machinery
Education
High School Diploma - Mechanics/ Tech
Kingsville District Highschool
Kingsville, OnSkills
- Product assembly
- Parts inspection
- Supply organization
- Equipment repair
- Creative thinking
- Verbal communication
- Motivation
- Able to troubleshoot
- Blueprint reading
References
- Nikki Rojik, 807-632-0321 , email : Taxesatyourdoor@gmail.com
- Arliss Dunfield, 807-476-6598 , email : Arliss.dunfield@alstomgroup.com
- Eric Pietsch, 807-853-2611 , email : Eric.pietsch@pietschgroup.com
- I give permission for any contact to be reached
Timeline
Mechanic
Wild Country Sports
03.2021 - Current
Finisher
Bombardier Transportation
06.2011 - 03.2021
Mechanic
Superior Small Engine
02.2011 - 05.2011
Owner/Operator
ORBITEL
01.2010 - 01.2011
Installation Manager / technician
Nsat
09.2007 - 12.2009
Road Maintenance Worker
TWD Road Maintenance
03.2004 - 09.2007
T1 Maintenance technician
Ministry of Transportation
09.2003 - 03.2005
High School Diploma - Mechanics/ Tech
Kingsville District Highschool
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