Benjamin Brown
Sparks,NV
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong solo work ethic, able to work in team settings very well, and take the lead when necessary. Quick learner looking to expand my skills and experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Lead
Empire Cat
Sparks, NV
04.2024 - Current
- Lead a team of up to 21 technicians, supervising the entire rebuild process of Cat engines.
- Ensure the safety of my team, the quality of the components, and the efficiency of the rebuild process.
- Accurately forecast and delegate workload to satisfy client demands.
Machine Appraisal Specialist
Empire Cat
Sparks, NV
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Work in a client facing role as a first point of contact for the used equipment sales team.
- Perform detailed and thorough machine inspections to provide accurate condition reports of existing fleet and potential new inventory.
- Strong focus on attention to detail and communication to both internal and external clients.
CRC Technician
Empire Cat
Sparks, NV
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Experience working various positions in the component rebuild center including engine teardown, engine rebuild, certified reuse and salvage inspector, powertrain test bench operator, and engine dyno operator.
- Perform quality work in all aspects of the component rebuild process.
- Work hand in hand with clients and technical communicators on failure analysis teardowns.
- Very proficient with Cat SIS and ET.
- Experience on C13-C18, 3400, C27, C32, 3500, and C175 engine platforms.
Fixed Plant Maintenance
Premier Magnesia LLC
Gabbs, NV
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Performed routine and preventative maintenance on magnesium processing systems.
- Worked in adverse environments to troubleshoot and problem solve in the field.
Heavy Diesel Technician
Barrick Gold Corporation
Elko, NV
10.2014 - 10.2017
- Responsible for thorough and comprehensive maintenance of the mining fleet.
- Performed complex repairs in both shop and field environments.
- Performed complete inspections of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fuel systems.
Education
Certificate of Diesel Technology -
Great Basin College
Elko, NV06.2015
High School Diploma -
Churchill County High School
Fallon, NV06.2014
Skills
- Efficient and effective communication
- High attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Strong solo work ethic
- Collaborative work ethic
Certification
- Reuse, salvageability, and applied failure analysis
- Advanced powertrains
- Diesel engine fuel systems
- Diesel engine fundamentals
Timeline
Service Lead
Empire Cat
04.2024 - Current
Machine Appraisal Specialist
Empire Cat
05.2023 - 04.2024
CRC Technician
Empire Cat
05.2018 - 05.2023
Fixed Plant Maintenance
Premier Magnesia LLC
01.2018 - 05.2018
Heavy Diesel Technician
Barrick Gold Corporation
10.2014 - 10.2017
Certificate of Diesel Technology -
Great Basin College
High School Diploma -
Churchill County High School
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