Heavy-Duty Mechanic with 26 Years Experience

MICHELLE BURNS

Cranbrook, BC V*C *L* 250-***-**** *****************@*****.***

Resourceful Heavy Duty Mechanic with a 22+ year background in maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting, rebuilding and repairing all types of heavy and light equipment and tools. Extensive knowledge with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical repair. Sound knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance with the ability to repair, modify and overhaul constituents of equipment. Capable of reading and comprehending the instructions and schematics provided by manufactures.

• Parts ordering • Maintenance procedures

• Training and support • Mechanical repair

• Hydraulic repair • Equipment reassembly

• Strong mechanical skills • Supervisory experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude • Strong team player

• Equipment problem resolution • Strong initiative

• Troubleshooting experience • Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Computer proficient • Good communication skills

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

• Fall protection

• Forklift

• Crane operation

• Confined spaces

• First aid level 1

• Mine orientation courses for TECK

• Journeyperson HET red seal/interprovincial

• Gas engine 1 Course (caterpillar)

• S1 electrical course (caterpillar)

• H2S course (caterpillar)

• OHEE ( on highway electronic engineer) course (caterpillar)

• S4 electrical course (caterpillar)

• Skid steer operation course

• Telehandler operation experience

• Grader experience

• Dozer Experience

• Health and Safety Rep

• BC Mine Supervisor Certification

HD Mechanic, 12/2025 - Current

ATI – Newfoundland

• Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in heavy equipment to ensure operational readiness.

• Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, improving reliability and performance. Led troubleshooting efforts for complex hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems, enhancing repair efficiency.

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• Implemented safety protocols during equipment repairs, reducing workplace incidents.

• Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance tasks, increasing overall productivity. Heavy Duty Mechanic, 02/2025 - 12/2025

SSR Mining – Saskatchewan

Field mechanic diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing various sized and brands of underground shovels, drills and all other mining types of equipment and support equipment. Also repairing and maintaining vehicles and trucks.

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Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

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WORK HISTORY

Increased customer satisfaction by delivering prompt service and clear communication throughout the repair process.

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Enhanced equipment reliability by performing thorough diagnostics and identifying root causes of mechanical issues.

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HD Mechanic, 03/2024 - 02/2025

Toromont Caterpillar – Ontario

Field mechanic diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing various sized and brands of shovels, drills and all other mining types of equipment.

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Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.

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Increased customer satisfaction by delivering prompt service and clear communication throughout the repair process.

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Enhanced equipment reliability by performing thorough diagnostics and identifying root causes of mechanical issues.

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HD Mechanic, 01/2023 - 02/2024

CNRL – Fort McMurray, AB

Responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing engine components and issues related with heavy and light duty equipment. Strong computer and mechanical skills. technician at CNRL truck shop responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing all types of cat haul trucks, Liebherr, Euclid, komatsu trucks and Detroit, Cummins and cat engines. Shovel mechanic maintaining and diagnosing and repairing komatsu, hitachi, bucyrus, as well as Cat 6090, 6030's as well as various brands of drills.

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HD Mechanic, 09/2018 - 12/2022

TECK – Sparwood, BC

Performed routine and preventative maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators graders, shovels, drills, loaders and various other heavy equipment.

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• Diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.

• Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards as part of hazard ID and FLHA

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• Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards as per job assessments and FLHA Supervisor Leadhand trained for asset health management systems for reliability on equipment and products and employee management

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Trained and worked in planning and scheduling for maintenance delegating work loads and jobs to work orders and scheduling for the shop, Shovels and running repair departments.

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HD Mechanic, 06/2014 - 09/2018

Cummins – Sparwood, BC

Responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing engine components and issues related with heavy and light duty equipment and gensets. Strong computer and mechanical skills. Also responsible for maintenance and repairs and diagnostics of other types of equipment in all areas relating.

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HD Mechanic, 10/2013 - 06/2014

Canfor – Elko, BC

Diagnosed faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment and other various equipment to maintain and repair loaders, dozers, forklifts, graders, etc in a Mill environment.

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• Scheduled maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and kept equipment service records.

• Cleaned, lubricated, and performed other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles. Painter/labourer, 09/2009 - 10/2010

Pollack renovations – Calgary, AB

• All aspect of house renovations and construction.

• Cabinetry, flooring, painting, tiling, plumbing, some minor electrical, decking, fencing, etc. Heavy Duty Mechanic, 04/2009 - 10/2010

Stewart And Stephenson – Calgary, AB

• Manufactured, assembled and maintained various oil rig type equipment.

• Building and servicing mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and pneumatic systems.

• Testing and reliability assessment of finished and rebuilt oil and gas equipment. Heavy Duty Mechanic, 02/2006 - 05/2010

Finning – Calgary, AB

• Finning caterpillar Maintenance, repair, fabrication and building of gender units and engine assemblies.

• Field work, speed changes and services.

• Engine, transmission overhauls and rebuilds on several units and engine preservations.

• Installation of accessories and checking for specs on engines and derating them using CAT ET.

• Diagnosed faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment. Tested mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly for proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.

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• Cleaned, lubricated, and performed other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.

• Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.

• Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.

• Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates. Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician: 09/2009

SAIT - Calgary, AB

Graduated with an off road heavy equipment technician degree. References Available upon request.

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