Benjamin W Cross
Ben cross
po box *** • GAMBO, NL Canada A0G 1T0 • tel: 709-***-**** • Cell: (709( 674-6340 • ********@*******.**
Objective
To build upon four years of work experience in the heavy equipment mechanic trade as well as become red seal certified .
Work Experience
July 2011-present
Felthem's Contracting, Glovertown NL
i am responsible for maintenance and repairs an all construction equipment on site. ex; excavators, loaders, and trucks.
i am also continuing to improve my equipment operating skills as well.
July 2007-July 2011
BATTLEFIELD EQUIPMENT RENTALS, GANDER,NEWFOUNDLAND
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Responsible for all maintenance on construction equipment
to be rented.I was also responsible for ordering parts,
sourcing parts,and retrieving information on computer. i have
been using the caterpillar service information system (SIS)
going on five years know.This job also involved delivery of
equipment to and from job sites as well as mobile service.
everyday working at battlefield was an important learning
experience in improving my skills to become a better
mechanic.
July 2006
Department Of Transportation , Lumsden, NL
Three week work term in which i assisted journey person
mechanics on the upkeep and maintenance of highway
equipment.
September 2001- September 2002
The Prop Shop, Hare Bay, NL
was responsible for the fabrication of crab pots and other
components for fishing vessels.also welding repairs on
municipal heavy equipment equipment . other duties
included opening and closing of business, customer service,
as well as ordering materials.
April 1999-April 2001
Glovertown Marine, Glovertown,NL
Preparation of and application of fiberglass for use in boat
bulding.
June 1995-February 1999
Woodland Furniture , Fort McMurray, AB
Furniture Refinisher /Service Technician
Refinishing/repair of furniture, as well as mobile customer
service.
EDUCATION
2006 -2007
Die Trac Technical Institute (2nd year) Heavy Equipment
Technician, Lewisporte, NEWFOUNDLAND Canada
2005 -2006
Die Trac Technical Institute(1st year) Heavy Equipment
Technician, Lewisporte, NEWFOUNDLAND Canada
2003 -2005
Keyin College Adult Basic Education, GANDER,
NEWFOUNDLAND Canada
SKILLS
- four years using catipillar service information system.
-work well with other people .
-good customer service skills.
-clean driving record.
-always making sure that my co workers i are working in the
most safe environment possible .
RELATED COURSES
-fall arrest safety training
-forklift operation
-Genie Industries operation safety training
-WHMIS
-CFC/HCFC/HFC Control in Refrigeration and air conditioning.
REFERENCES
-Jeanette wiseman
Battlefield Equipment Rentals
cell 709-***-****
-Lanny Raines
instructor
Die Trac Technical Institute
1-888-***-**** (work)
-Wilfred Hounsell
The Prop Shop