Tatenda Keith Mutumbi
Heavy Equipment Technician
Fort McMurray,AB
Summary
I am a qualified and experienced Heavy Equipment Technician who is available to utilize my skills and to provide an effective and efficient mechanical service involving the repair, servicing and maintenance of mobile plant and equipment. I have experience in earthmoving, forestry, mining and agricultural equipment, some of which have been in very challenging environments which I’ve had to swiftly adapt to. I am a resourceful problem solver with excellent people, problem and time management capabilities which, coupled with my knowledge and dedication, makes me a very good team player who can also thrive as an individual. Knowledgeable Heavy Equipment Technician with solid background in heavy equipment maintenance and repair. Successfully managed upkeep of various machinery, ensuring operational efficiency and minimal downtime. Demonstrated expertise in diagnostics and troubleshooting, contributing to team success, productivity and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Technician
KMC Mining Corporation
03.2023 - Current
- Is an industry leader in mining and infrastructure development
- Based in the oilsands sites in Fort McMurray, KMC participates in overburden removal, ore mining, haul road construction, access, haul road maintenance and tailings management
- This work is carried out at Suncor Base Mine, Syncrude Base Mine and Fort Hills
- I am employed as a, , and I work on CAT 793D, 777F, D8, D9, D10, D11, 16M, 24M, 988F, Komatsu 830E-3, 830E-5, 930E-5
- My duties include but are not limited to
- Reading and interpreting diagnostic test results from diagnostic equipment such as CAT SIS and ET, Cummins Insite, My Komatsu
- Rebuilding and installing successfully, major components, such as engines, transmissions, pumps, differentials, undercarriage for running and standby equipment
- Hydraulic and pneumatic fault diagnosis in the field (on site) as well as in the workshop and prepared detailed technical reports
- Carrying out planned, preventative and condition-based maintenance on machines to ensure minimal preventative downtime on fleet
- Inspecting brake systems, transmission, steering mechanisms, engines and other parts of machines and vehicles to determine condition and repairs for maximum availability of machines and vehicles
- Repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts and components and other mechanical and electrical equipment
- Repair lubrication and cooling systems
- Test drive equipment and machines to ensure that they were in good working condition before releasing to clients and operators
- Carrying out complete and partial machine rebuilds
- Participating in Safety, Health, Environment and Quality meetings and initiatives within the company
Diesel Plant Fitter
Kanu Equipment
11.2017 - 02.2023
- Kanu Equipment are specialists in the supply and distribution of quality mining, earthmoving, agriculture, construction equipment
- They are authorized agents of Liebherr, CTP, ELB and Bell Equipment in East, West, Central and Southern Africa with distribution centres across the continent
- I was employed as a full-time diesel plant fitter and rose through the ranks, to be a senior technician
- Fleet included Caterpillar construction and mining equipment, Volvo ADTs and Excavators, Bell Farming and Construction Equipment, ELB Mining Equipment, Liebherr, Manhand, Case IH, Massey Ferguson, Liugong, Jac, Toyota (lift trucks) Hamm rollers, and so on
- Reading and interpreting diagnostic test results from diagnostic equipment such as CAT SIS, Volvo Prosis, John Deere Service Advisor
- Rebuilding and installing successfully, major components, such as engines, transmissions, pumps, differentials, undercarriage for running and standby equipment
- Hydraulic and pneumatic fault diagnosis in the field (on site) and on call, as well as in the workshop and prepared detailed technical reports to customers and to the company
- Carrying out planned, preventative and condition-based maintenance on machines to ensure minimal preventative downtime on fleet
- Inspecting brake systems, transmission, steering mechanisms, engines and other parts of machines and vehicles to determine condition and repairs for maximum availability of machines and vehicles
- Repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts and components and other mechanical and electrical equipment
- Instruct apprentices and trainees
- Participating in Safety, Health, Environment and Quality meetings and initiatives within the company, Artisan at Chrome Base Mining Company being based at Freda Rebecca Gold Mine, which is one of the biggest gold mines in Zimbabwe
- The company fleet included BEML face shovels, graders, dozers, water bowsers, dump trucks, Bell dump trucks, Komatsu graders and dump trucks, Sandvik LHDs
- My duties included but not limited to
- Carrying out daily maintenance on machines and equipment
- Assessing and writing technical reports and write ups
- Installation of components such as transmissions, engines, undercarriage, on trackless and tracking machines
- Disassembly and assembly of pumps, motors, cylinders, differential units, steering differentials
- Partaking and participating in Safety, Health and Environment initiatives and campaigns on the mine site
- Assisting and supervising attachees and apprentices
- Schedules Oil Sampling for preventative and scheduled maintenance on equipment
- Attending breakdowns and undertaking standby and field service duties
- Carrying out hydraulic, pneumatic fault finding on face shovels, dozers, graders, dump trucks, water bowsers
Heavy Equipment Technician
Chrome Base Mining Company, Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
01.2016 - 10.2017
Heavy Equipment Technician Trainee
Barzem CAT
03.2015 - 08.2015
- I was under a six-month Diesel Plant Fitter learnership programme at Barzem Enterprises, the authorized Caterpillar dealer in Zimbabwe
- Servicing the country’s most strategic sectors mostly mining, construction, agriculture material handling and power generation
- Fleet worked on comprised of Caterpillar (mining, agriculture, construction equipment), Hyster and Hyster Fortens lift trucks, Olympian and Caterpillar generator sets
- Carried out electronic diagnosis on machines using OEM software and diagnostic tools, including Caterpillar Service Information Systems (SIS)
- Repaired and reconditioned machine implements
- Performed hydraulic, transmissions, cylinders, fuel pumps, engine stripping, overhauls and fitting onto machines
- Diagnosed hydraulic, electric and pneumatic problems from machine schematics
- Interpreted manuals and software to identify spare parts and consumables for the machines
- Performed routine duties in accordance with established and documented procedures as required
- Complied with documented workshop health and safety policies, procedures, work instructions and verbal instructions issued by managers and supervisors
HET Apprentice
Tongaat Huletts Zimbabwe
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Tongaat Huletts is an agriculture and agro-processing company focusing on the complimentary feedstock of sugarcane and maize to make sugar, ethanol and industrial starch
- I trained as a Diesel Plant Fitter for four years at Triangle Estates, Zimbabwe
- The company fleet includes Caterpillar, Bell, Massey Ferguson, John Deere, New Holland, Cameco, Agrico, Dezzi (mostly agricultural and industrial equipment), Toyota, Nissan, Hyster, Hangcha (lift trucks), Grove Cranes
- Repaired and maintained seeding, land preparation, planting application implements including depth and metering units on agricultural implements
- Collected and reviewed predictive tools (Job history, SOS etc.) to gain a holistic review of the equipment prior to inspection and repairs
- Reviewed ECM diagnostic information such as fault codes, parameters, software version to help deduce machine behaviour and repairs needed
- Read and interpreted lubrication charts to determine type, grade, viscosity, flash point, additives of a lubricant and cooling systems fault diagnosis, repair and maintenance
- Audited machines and compiled spares needed in order to purchase new spare parts, workshop equipment and accessories
- Obtained oil samples for scientific oil analysis (Scheduled Oil Samples), while ensuring that correct procedures for obtaining oil samples are used
- Maintained, repaired and overhauled air compressors, steering differentials, troubleshooting and identification of air and fluid brake system failures
- Carried out major component disassembly and assembly such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, hydraulic motors, differentials, final drives, cylinders, axles
- Carried out yearly shutdown maintenance of machines and implements
- Participated in housekeeping, complied and ensured adherence to Safety, Health and Environment regulations in performing work, thereby satisfying company and government statutory requirements.
Education
Interprovincial Red Seal, Skilled Trades BC, Canada Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyman, Zimbabwe National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting - undefined
Skills
- COMPETENCIES
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- CAT SIS and ET
- Volvo Prosis
- John Service Advisor
- Cummins Insite
- My Komatsu
- Technical report writing
- Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Machine Rebuilds
- Preventative Maintenance
- Basic auto electrics
- Safety, Health and Environment Compliance
- Excellent ccommunication skills
- Good aanalytical skills
- Impeccable stress and energy management
- Creative and innovative problem solver
- Good customer service and consultancy skills
- Good time management skills
- Quality oriented
- Accountable and dependable individual
- Strong teamwork abilities
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Exhaust system repair
- Fluid analysis
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Shop safety procedures
- Transmission repair
- Safety check conduction
- Rollers and compactors operation
- Engine overhaul
- Customer Service
- Leadership skills
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety processes
- Repair work
- Electrical work
- Detail Oriented
- Lubrication processes
- Parts Ordering
- Team building
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- COMPETENCIES
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- COMPETENCIES
- COMPETENCIES
- COMPETENCIES
- COMPETENCIES
- COMPETENCIES
- COMPETENCIES
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- Problem-solving aptitude
- Diagnostic Testing
- Recordkeeping
- Equipment Calibration
- Technical Documentation
- Hydraulic systems maintenance
- Electrical systems understanding
- Mathematics proficiency
- Aerial work platforms
- Hydraulic Press Operation
- Brake systems maintenance
- Communication Skills
- Repair subassemblies
- Lubricate components
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Technician
KMC Mining Corporation
03.2023 - Current
Diesel Plant Fitter
Kanu Equipment
11.2017 - 02.2023
Heavy Equipment Technician
Chrome Base Mining Company, Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
01.2016 - 10.2017
Heavy Equipment Technician Trainee
Barzem CAT
03.2015 - 08.2015
HET Apprentice
Tongaat Huletts Zimbabwe
01.2012 - 12.2015
Interprovincial Red Seal, Skilled Trades BC, Canada Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyman, Zimbabwe National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting - undefined
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCertification
- [Name of Certification] [Issuing Organization] [Year Month]
- [Area of certification]
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