Tylor Lovelace
Didsbury,AB
Summary
Results-driven heavy equipment technician with extensive hands-on experience in heavy machinery and job site operations. Proficient in advanced mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, effectively minimizing downtime and costly repairs while maximizing equipment performance. Possesses a deep understanding of machine capabilities and limitations, ensuring optimal operational efficiency. Eager to leverage strong mechanical expertise and dedication to excel in a full-time heavy equipment operator role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Year Heavy Equipment Technician
SMS Equipment Inc
06.2023 - Current
- Managed maintenance and operation of service truck with crane to support timely and effective field service delivery.
- Operating, testing and Adjusting equipment and equipment performance
- Equipment services, oil sampling and equipment inspections
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on heavy equipment to maintain and optimize operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to improve equipment reliability and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalate
- Engine complete rebuilds, engine component troubleshooting and repair
- powertrain component rebuilds, troubleshooting and repair
- Hydraulic system troubleshooting and repair
- electrical system troubleshooting and repair
- Emission system troubleshooting and repair
- Dealer service and repair for Komatsu, Bomag, Takeuchi & NPK
- Ensured safety compliance by accurately completing daily FLHA forms.
2nd year Heavy Equipment Technician
SOLETANCHE BACHY Canada (Previously: AGRA Foundations Ltd)
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Performed maintenance and repair on fleet equipment in shop to ensure operational readiness.
- Equipment operating, equipment rig up and site prep
- Preplanning job site setup and preplanning job scope
- Excavators Concrete pumps Cranes Front End Loaders Heavy and light trucks Drill rig conversions and set up
- On-Site field service and repair throughout Western Canada for cranes, drill rigs, front end loaders excavators and all other machinery in the fleet.
- Managed inventory for shop and service trucks to support efficient operations.
- Performed daily FLRA assessments to identify potential hazards and enhance workplace safety.
- Executed daily housekeeping tasks to uphold a clean and organized work environment.
Area Rental Manager/Equipment Technician
Home Depot Rentals
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Manage Equipment rentals for Western Alberta stores.
- Oversee day to day scheduling of two (2) service repair trucks.
- Manage main repair facility and technician of all equipment repair and placement to stores.
- Maintenance and repairs of machines, trailers, and lift equipment.
Pre-Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
AGRA Foundations Ltd
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided swamping support for CFA to facilitate efficient workflow.
- Maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Excavators Concrete pumps Cranes Heavy and light trucks.
- Shoring.
- Pile foundations.
Fleetbrake Parts and Service
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Highway: Light/Heavy Duty Diesel & Gasoline Truck Service and Repair
- Trailer repair and maintenance.
Pre-Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
NOV Elmar Dynawinch
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Refurbishing old trucks to customers specifications (wire line trucks, mast units)
- Assembling new trucks to customers specifications (Zone 2 spec units)
Mobile Service Technician
Compact Power Equipment Inc
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Light/Heavy Duty Diesel & Gasoline Equipment Service and Repair
- Off Road Equipment: Skid steer, Backhoe, mini excavator, and trencher Service & Repair
Torbram Electrical Supply
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Inside sales
- Warehouse shipping supervisor
Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice
Capital Pressure
04.2012 - 03.2015
- Highway: Light/Heavy Duty Diesel & Gasoline Truck Service and Repair
- Off Road Equipment: Skid steer/Light Towers/Generator Service & Repair
Heavy Equipment Tech Apprentice
Delsons Enterprises
09.2009 - 04.2012
- Highway: Heavy Duty Truck/Trailer Service, Repair & Restorations
- Off Road: Loader/Skid steer/Grader/Track Hoe Service and Repair
Education
Diploma - Overhead Crane Training
Leavitt
Calgary, AB05-2026
Forklift Training
Leavitt
Calgary, AB05-2026
Overhead Crane Training
Leavitt
Calgary, AB05-2026
Heavy Equipment Technician 1st Year
SAIT
Calgary, ABSkills
- Leadership/Management: Is able to take charge of a situation if provided
- Equipment operation: proficient in operating a variety of equipment and equipment controls
- Team Player: Is able to work very well with others
- Safety conscious in all aspects of work environments along with those around me
- Continual housekeeping and organization of workplace
- Interpersonal Abilities: Is able to relate and inspire others, can mitigate conflict with others
- Problem Solver: Can troubleshoot a given task with minimal input
- Efficiency: Is able to complete a given task in a safe and timely manner
- Heavy equipment operation and testing
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Languages
English
Timeline
2nd Year Heavy Equipment Technician
SMS Equipment Inc
06.2023 - Current
2nd year Heavy Equipment Technician
SOLETANCHE BACHY Canada (Previously: AGRA Foundations Ltd)
04.2021 - 06.2023
Area Rental Manager/Equipment Technician
Home Depot Rentals
04.2019 - 04.2021
Pre-Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
AGRA Foundations Ltd
09.2018 - 04.2019
Fleetbrake Parts and Service
07.2018 - 09.2018
Pre-Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
NOV Elmar Dynawinch
02.2018 - 06.2018
Mobile Service Technician
Compact Power Equipment Inc
06.2017 - 02.2018
Torbram Electrical Supply
03.2016 - 06.2017
Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice
Capital Pressure
04.2012 - 03.2015
Heavy Equipment Tech Apprentice
Delsons Enterprises
09.2009 - 04.2012
Diploma - Overhead Crane Training
Leavitt
Forklift Training
Leavitt
Overhead Crane Training
Leavitt
Heavy Equipment Technician 1st Year
SAIT