Heavy Equipment Repair
Resume:
Summary Dependable employee alert to issues and using laptops and instruments to
identify faulty equipment. Determined Field Mechanic known for welding, cutting and fabricating equipment to perform repairs. Hardworking Field Mechanic experienced in heavy duty equipment issue diagnosis and repair work. Bilingual individual offering a vast background resolving problems with hydraulics, braking systems and diesel engines. Ready to tackle new challenges with a terrific company.
Skills
• Parts replacement
• Repair work
• Machinery testing
• Equipment commissioning
• Diagnostic procedures
• Project organization
• Planning and coordination
• Administrative support
• Supervision
• Team management
• First Aid/CPR
• Reporting and documentation
• Issue assessments
• Scheduled maintenance
• Hand and power tools
• Inventory management
• Business operations
Experience Heavy Equipment Mechanic 15/12/2020 to Date Master Mine Services, Konkola Copper Mine Project Chililabombwe
• Performed engine, Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting and diagnostics on Epiroc St 1030, Mt 436, Boltec, Simba, S1d, S7d and Boomer 281/282. TLB, San Machine and Normet.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic 08/2010 to 10/2020
JCHX Mining Construction Company - Kitwe, Copperbelt Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
• Focused on repairing JCHX equipment and worked on other brands, maintaining strong knowledge of issues and appropriate fixes.
• Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
• Handled all delegated tasks, including welding and fabrication.
• Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
BENWICK
CHIPILI
CHONGO
ad2gld@r.postjobfree.com
Chingola, Copperbelt +260
• Performed engine, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and diagnostics of Sandivic, Epiroc, caterpillar, normet, bell and many different of Chinese type equipments.
• Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
• Kept detailed records of all repairs, labor involved, and parts used and input data to customer database.
• Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
• Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis results to customer to ascertain repair plan.
• Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
• Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on work trucks and other vehicles
• Prepared appropriate maintenance forms and records for accountability.
• Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various models of equipment.
• Hired, mentored and monitored performance of technicians and parts professionals, training all employees on new equipments. Mechanical Fitter Helper 10/2009 to 08/2010
Chambeshi Metals - Kitwe, Copperbelt
• Repaired pressure vessels, bulk bag loading and unloading systems, vacuum lifting and conveyors, belt conveyors, pumps i.e. vacuum, submissive, sump and acid, gear box for agitators.
• Troubleshot, diagnosed and corrected faults in machines and equipment.
• Worked with engineers to facilitate research and development testing, correct mechanical failures and generate technical specifications prior to release.
• Oversaw all projects to ensure jobs were completed in a timely manner to achieve on-time delivery.
• Checked PH of concentrate using testing and measuring instruments.
• Performed troubleshooting and diagnostics of mechanical equipment to determine necessary repairs.
• Welded components to create or restore solid joints.
• Created floor markings for production line projects.
• Oversaw startup and shutdown of processing equipment and created strategic production plans to meet output and schedule requirements.
• Installed mechanical equipment such as the vacuum pump.
• Established product bulk densities, flow rates, and pressure vessels and conducted pressure testing.
• Characterized physical and chemical properties of starting materials, intermediate reactions and final products.
• Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs. Heavy Equipment and Light Vehicles Mechanic 01/2008 to 12/2008 Roma Services Center - Kitwe, Copperbelt
• Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
• Utilized various methods to perform routine and preventative maintenance tasks on heavy equipment, including hydraulic cylinders for excavators, Volvo and dozers
• Worked in shop and at customer locations to handle heavy equipment repair, maintenance and commissioning needs.
• Assessed equipment to determine the cause of issue or malfunction and identified the type of repair that would be required.
• Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with engines on Toyota, Mitsubishi, Detroit, Cummins, duez and Benz.
• Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
• Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
• Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
• Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings. Automotive Mechanic 01/2007 to 12/2007
DM Investments - Kitwe, Copperbelt
• Helped customers achieve even wear on tires with timely rotation and balancing.
• Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new engine, differential, steering and gearbox fluids.
• Used technical manuals and repair documentation to plan and implement high-quality corrections to various owner issues.
• Utilized standard procedures to conduct accurate emissions tests.
• Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
• Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
• Led safety meetings and maintained safe practices throughout the shop.
• Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate the source of malfunctions.
• Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
• Pursued frequent opportunities to further enhance maintenance and repair skill.
• Learned all aspects of engine timing and to complete repairs according to up-to-date specifications and standards.
• Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on- road safety
• Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
• Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for systems such as brakes, exhaust and electrical.
• Communicated advanced mechanical information to non-mechanical people in easy-to-understand terms.
• Performed customer work and warranty repairs in compliance with manufacturer standards.
• Kept work garage clean, organized and efficient to meet internal and regulatory expectations governing safety.
• Provided leadership to two employees and directed daily operations to grow and sustain auto repair business.
• Collaborated with fellow mechanic to delegate repair duties and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Created step-by-step procedures for day-to-day tasks to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
• Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
• Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for all repairs and maintenance services.
Education and
Training
Ndola Polytechnic College - Ndola, Copperbelt
Craft Certificate
Automotive Mechanics, Expected in 12/2008
Future Driving School - Lusaka, Lusaka
Driver’s License Class 'C'
Driving, Expected in 02/2006
Chiwala Technical High School - Ndola, Copperbelt
General Certificate of Education
Secondary Education, Expected in 12/2005
• Red cross Member
• Ranked in Top 70% of class
• Completed coursework in physics, biology, mathematics, English, accounts and geography.
• Sports Member
• Major in mathematics
Chiwala Technical High School - Ndola, Copperbelt
Grade 9 Certificate
Junior Secondary School, Expected in 12/2002
• Red cross Member
• Ranked in Top 85% of class
• Completed coursework in Civics, science, woodwork, Geometrical drawing etc.
• Vocational club Member
• Major in English
• Minor in Bemba
Chambeshi Primary School - Kitwe, Copperbelt
Grade Seven Certificate
Primary Education, Expected in 12/1999
Atras Copco - Chingola, Copperbelt
Certificate
Production Training on Boltec 235, Expected in 10/2016
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