Benjamin Erickson
Reno,NV
Summary
Detail-oriented Heavy Equipment Mechanic skilled in hydraulic system repair, engine diagnostics, and troubleshooting. Proven ability to conduct DOT inspections and ensure safety compliance in equipment maintenance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Ames Construction
Reno, Nevada
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Inspected heavy equipment for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and engines, enhancing equipment reliability.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify issues in heavy machinery, ensuring timely repairs.
- Adhered to safety protocols while executing on-site maintenance tasks.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Welded broken parts and fabricated new components, restoring equipment functionality.
Crane Mechanic
Freedom Crane
Carson City, Nevada
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Repaired hydraulic systems, ensuring proper functionality of crane operations.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Inspected crane components for wear and damage during routine maintenance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues to maintain equipment efficiency.
- Ensured that all safety devices are functioning properly before operating a crane system.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
F and P Construction
Reno, Nevada
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Repaired hydraulic systems and engines to ensure optimal performance.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify problems in various heavy machinery.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Fabricated replacement parts using various tools.
Vehicle Maintenance Manager
Boreal Mountain
Soda Springs, California
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Supervised daily vehicle maintenance operations for fleet reliability and safety.
- Trained staff on proper maintenance techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and ordered necessary parts.
- Assigned specific duties to each technician according to their individual strengths.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
School Bus Mechanic
Mohave Valley School Dist. 16
Mohave Valley, Arizona
03.2018 - 11.2022
- Inspected school buses for safety compliance and mechanical issues.
- Performed routine maintenance on engines, brakes, and electrical systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Reassembled engines after major repair work was completed.
- Coordinated with staff to optimize scheduling of maintenance and repairs.
- Ordered supplies to complete maintenance tasks on time.
- Documented all service work performed on school buses in the shop log book for accurate record-keeping.
- Attended seminars to enhance knowledge of bus mechanic duties and best practices. related to bus mechanic duties when available.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Geographic Information Systems
Cental Oregon Community College
Bend, OR06-2002
Skills
- Hydraulic system repair
- Engine diagnostics
- Diesel engine repair
- Powertrain repair
- Final drive maintenance
- Track system repair
- Pneumatic systems
- Equipment maintenance
- DOT inspections
- Electrical work
- Troubleshooting
- Attachment repair
- Proficient use of CAT ET and Cummins INSITE
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Ames Construction
02.2026 - 07.2026
Crane Mechanic
Freedom Crane
08.2025 - 02.2026
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
F and P Construction
01.2024 - 08.2025
Vehicle Maintenance Manager
Boreal Mountain
02.2023 - 01.2024
School Bus Mechanic
Mohave Valley School Dist. 16
03.2018 - 11.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Geographic Information Systems
Cental Oregon Community College