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Robert Christman

Litchfield Park,AZ

Summary

Safety-driven Working Foreman known for leading valuable crews and prioritizing tasks. Dedicated individual observant of all milestones and deadlines. Driving success through decision making, issue resolution and time management skills. Focused Foreman considered expert in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager-Working Foreman-Heavy Mechanic

TEC-Equipment
Phoenix, AZ
01.2018 - Current
  • Reviewed daily work assignments and delegated tasks to employees to supervise completion.
  • Interpreted safety documentation and implemented compliant procedures on work orders to prevent accidents.
  • Answered and responded patiently and effectively to customer inquiries, questions and complaints.
  • Supervised maintenance and work orders
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Review work orders details to specify correct materials and parts are purchased.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
  • Working foreman on leased trucks and all coast to coast trucks, all makes and models.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Republic Services
Phoenix, AZ
09.2015 - 01.2018
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
  • Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make
  • accurate updates.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Installed new parts on frequent basis.
  • Specialized in repairing 320 Peterbuilts, front-side-rear loaders, equipment but learned ins and outs of many different manufacturer's pieces.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

City Of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
11.1998 - 09.2015
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
  • Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
  • Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • I worked at Fire Ops (E-ones, Hush, American LaFrance, Salisbury, and Oshkosh) I even went to several build-outs and E-one in Florida for ladder training.
  • I also worked in public works ( working on Phoenix police vehicles and Phoenix trash trucks) Leach, Scorpions , Heil, Amrep, and McNeilus.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Hadley Auto Transport
Phoenix, AZ
02.1996 - 11.1998
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
  • Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
  • Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • A lot of hydraulic work

Truck Mechanic

Waste Managment
Phoenix, AZ
03.1986 - 02.1996
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
  • Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
  • Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Truck Mechanic

SCA
Phoenix, AZ
05.1981 - 03.1986
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
  • Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
  • Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
  • Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ
05.1976

High School Diploma -

Carl Hayden High School
Phoenix, AZ
05.1974

Skills

  • Customer Assistance
  • Procedure Planning
  • Process Improvement Initiatives
  • Materials Estimations
  • Schedule Determination
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Workplace Safety
  • Worker Supervision
  • Time Management
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Cost Estimation
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Equipment Functionality

Certification

CDL

Cummins School w/ after treatment

Had a 609 need to get it re-instated

Cat after treatment

Hydraulics training

EVT- but maybe expired


Timeline

Manager-Working Foreman-Heavy Mechanic

TEC-Equipment
01.2018 - Current

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Republic Services
09.2015 - 01.2018

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

City Of Phoenix
11.1998 - 09.2015

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Hadley Auto Transport
02.1996 - 11.1998

Truck Mechanic

Waste Managment
03.1986 - 02.1996

Truck Mechanic

SCA
05.1981 - 03.1986

Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Technology

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College

High School Diploma -

Carl Hayden High School
Robert Christman