Ralph Ramler
Moose Jaw,SK
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation safety inspector
Golden West Equipment
Moose Jaw, SK
04.2008 - 10.2024
- Conducted thorough inspections of equipment for safety compliance.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions.
- Collaborated with teams to develop safety policies and procedures.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and equipment handling.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections and safety audits.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Golden West Equipment
Moose Jaw, SK
10.2003 - 10.2024
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy-duty equipment using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Repaired and maintained hydraulic systems on various machinery types.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities performed.
- Assisted in training junior mechanics on best practices and safety procedures.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Replaced parts such as bearings, seals, gaskets, fuel tanks and filters.
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues to determine the necessary repairs or replacements needed.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers to complete repairs.
- Diagnosed faults using computerized testing equipment.
- Repaired and replaced damaged or worn parts and operated and inspected machines or heavy equipment in order to diagnose defects.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding their needs for service or repairs.
- Followed manufacturer's specifications in order to ensure quality workmanship.
- Operated hoists or forklifts when needed in order to move vehicles or heavy parts around the shop.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on heavy duty trucks, trailers, and other related equipment.
- Provided preventative maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication services and filter changes.
- Assisted with training new staff members in the use of tools and techniques used in repairing heavy duty vehicles and equipment.
- Repaired components such as brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, suspensions, steering systems and electrical systems.
- Installed new components including air conditioning units and exhaust systems.
- Read and understood operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings and overhauled and tested machines or equipment to assess operating efficiency.
- Assisted with the installation of specialized bodies onto truck frames or chassis's when necessary.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on wide variety of automotive, road construction and other heavy equipment.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations during the disposal of hazardous materials.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in construction machinery to identify faults and implement repairs.
Education
GED
Saskatoon, SKSkills
- Safety compliance
- Hazard identification
- Safety policy development
- Equipment maintenance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Transportation safety inspector
Golden West Equipment
04.2008 - 10.2024
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Golden West Equipment
10.2003 - 10.2024
GED