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Chris Beard

Winnemucca,NV

Summary

Skilled heavy equipment technician with strong background in diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of various machinery. Known for effective team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while delivering reliable results. Expertise in hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and electrical troubleshooting. Dependable, solutions-focused, and driven by commitment to operational excellence.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Nevada Gold Mines
03.2022 - 02.2025

Responsible for accurate troubleshooting and repairs on a fleet of heavy mining equipment.

Senior Maintenance Planner

Coeur Mining
07.2019 - 03.2022

Supervised a crew of two maintenance planners. Duties included, parts procurement, long term and short term repair scheduling, forecasting and budgeting, and scheduling needed manpower.

Maintenance Supervisor

Coeur Mining
02.2017 - 07.2019

Supervised a crew of 15 Heavy equipment maintenance technicians. Responsible for overseeing all equipment repairs and maintenance work being performed as scheduled with an emphasis on personnel safety, as well as reducing the environmental impact.

Drill Shovel Mechanic

Coeur Mining
10.2015 - 02.2017

Performed scheduled and breakdown repairs on a fleet of one Hitachi Shovel, three Atlas Copco blast hole drills.

Field Service Technician

Cashman Equipment
04.2006 - 10.2016

Performed Repairs, Assembly, and Maintenance on Cat Heavy Mining and construction equipment at customer locations.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Florida Canyon Mine
08.2003 - 04.2006

Performed scheduled and non scheduled repairs on a fleet of two Hitachi Shovels.

Performed major component replacements pin a fleet of CAT Heavy Mining equipment.

Parts Coordinator

Newmont Mining
04.2001 - 08.2003

Responsible for timely and accurate parts procurement and staging for all planned and breakdown repairs.

Drill Shovel Mechanic

Newmont Mining
05.1996 - 04.2001

Performed accurate troubleshooting and repairs on a fleet of Heavy Mining Equipment in a safe and timely manner.

Education

High School Graduate - General Studies

Albert M. Lowry High School. Winnemucca, Nv.
1990

Skills

    Mechanical diagnosis of all mechanical systems on a range of heavy mining equipment Proficient in the use of Cat SIS, Cat ET, and Cummins Insite

    General knowledge in all aspects of mine maintenance including Planning, and Supervisory roles

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Nevada Gold Mines
03.2022 - 02.2025

Senior Maintenance Planner

Coeur Mining
07.2019 - 03.2022

Maintenance Supervisor

Coeur Mining
02.2017 - 07.2019

Drill Shovel Mechanic

Coeur Mining
10.2015 - 02.2017

Field Service Technician

Cashman Equipment
04.2006 - 10.2016

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Florida Canyon Mine
08.2003 - 04.2006

Parts Coordinator

Newmont Mining
04.2001 - 08.2003

Drill Shovel Mechanic

Newmont Mining
05.1996 - 04.2001

High School Graduate - General Studies

Albert M. Lowry High School. Winnemucca, Nv.