Nicholas Wolgemuth
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Heavy equipment technician with extensive experience at Raptor Mining Inc., specializing in component rebuilding and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrated expertise in project management and team leadership, driving operational efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards in equipment service. Proven ability to reduce machine downtime and enhance performance through strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills. Proficient in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and electronics, with a commitment to safety and quality work under tight deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy equipment tech
Raptor Mining inc.
03.2022 - Current
- Primary responsibilities to clean/inspect incoming D11/D10/D8 track frames, measure components, prepare work orders or recommendations, complete rebuild process.
- Operate overhead cranes as well as other mobile machinery.
- Inspect + maintain and service CAT + Hyundai forklifts + skidsteer.
Installer/crew leader
Precision Contracting ltd.
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Duties included but not limited to; installation of doors/windows for both commercial and residential applications, building envelope, replacing of glass, loading/unloading trucks, keeping inventory on site as well as in shop, organizing sites and crews to increase efficiency/production, working together with other trades to get projects done in a timely manner.
Railcar Mechanic
CN Rail
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Duties include but are not limited to; inspection of inbound and outbound trains.
- Regular maintenance and repairs on railcars through the use of welding/fabrication.
- Detailed inspection, testing and repair of the entire airbrake system on railcars.
- Leading a team/crew and training new employees.
- Specialized training for use of airbrake systems and testing equipment.
- Regular use of heavy machinery including forklifts, man lifts, front end loaders, track mobiles, trucks and other various railway specific machines.
Ironworking
Grey Lion Construction
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Duties included - Working at heights, bolting/fastening steel, layout, reading prints, use of fall protection equipment and EWPs, maintenance of tools and machinery, cutting, grinding, general labour, maintaining and repairing equipment.
Roofer/labourer
Adams Industries
06.2015 - 09.2015
Apprentice Welder
Norfab MFG.
06.2014 - 02.2015
- Welding, grinding, measurement, layout, structural as well as decorative projects maintaining and repairing equipment.
Carpentry
Peter Cannon Construction
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Framing houses, building fences, decks, as well as demolition and renovations.
- Duties include use of various hand tools as well as power tools, assisting journeyman carpenters and general labour.
Welder
Pine Valley Enterprise Ltd.
07.2013 - 08.2013
- Duties included grinding, all types of welding, torch cutting, fitting, measurements, problem solving, and general labour.
Education
High school -
St.Joseph High School
Edmonton, AB06-2013
High School Diploma -
High School
Edmonton, AB06-2013
High School Diploma -
High School
Edmonton, AB06-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Equipment Technician Offroad
NAIT
Edmonton, ABJourneyman Rail Car Mechanic -
CN's campus
winnipegSkills
- Project management
- Work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Collaboration skills
- Self-motivation
- Tool proficiency
- Rapid learning
- 3D modeling
- Python programming
- Problem-solving strategies
- Creative thinking
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Welding techniques
- Welding and fabrication
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Component rebuilding
Hobbies and Interests
- 3D design/printing
- Drones/photography
- New technology
- Snowboarding
- Mountain Biking
- Camping/hiking
- DIY projects
- Vehicles and anything with moving parts
- Building and taking things apart
Safety Tickets
- CSTS
- WHIMIS
- EWP (Elevated Work Platform)
- Fall Protection
- Loader Operator
- Trackmobile operator (Titan + Hercules + 4850TM)
- Overhead Crane
- Forklift/Lift truck
- First Aid Ticket
Timeline
Heavy equipment tech
Raptor Mining inc.
03.2022 - Current
Installer/crew leader
Precision Contracting ltd.
06.2020 - 10.2021
Railcar Mechanic
CN Rail
10.2016 - 05.2020
Ironworking
Grey Lion Construction
12.2015 - 01.2016
Roofer/labourer
Adams Industries
06.2015 - 09.2015
Apprentice Welder
Norfab MFG.
06.2014 - 02.2015
Carpentry
Peter Cannon Construction
08.2013 - 03.2014
Welder
Pine Valley Enterprise Ltd.
07.2013 - 08.2013
High school -
St.Joseph High School
High School Diploma -
High School
High School Diploma -
High School
Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Equipment Technician Offroad
NAIT
Journeyman Rail Car Mechanic -
CN's campus
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