Chris Curtis
service tech
Panama City,FL
Summary
Skilled at troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with heavy equipment and machinery. Talented problem-solver with strong technical acumen and to read and understanding manuals, drawings and repair diagrams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic III
Colorado Department Of Colorado
08.2009 - 06.2020
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Restored and modified equipment using welding and metal fabrication techniques.
Oiler/ Mechanic Helper
Arvada Excavating
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Cleaned and maintained shop equipment and organized tools into individual bays.
- Helped body specialist with paint prep by sanding, grinding and taping vehicles.
- Washed and vacuumed vehicles after repairs prior to customer pick up.
- Provided diagnostic support, generating reports on results for manager.
- Followed detailed instructions of lead mechanic to achieve quality standards.
- Adhered to established procedures for safe disposal of motor oil and other vehicle fluids.
- Tested vehicles after repairs to verify performance, safety and functionality.
- Checked batteries and fuses to troubleshoot electrical problems.
- Used pump systems to change engine oil, refill brake fluid and lubricate parts.
- Supported Shop Foreman and other mechanics on vehicle repair projects.
Oiler/Belly Dump Truck Driver
Kelly Trucking
02.2007 - 03.2008
- Used equipment such as belly dump and end dump to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Maintained required daily logs, vehicle inspection records and mileage.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
- Developed and established good relationships with customers by delivering prompt and courteous service with clear communication.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitch pins.
- Monitored loading of dirt materials to maintain truck load capacity maximums and adhere to roadway load limits.
Education
GED -
Arvada West High School
Arvada, CO06.1982
Skills
- Mechanics and Analytics
- Service Records
- Issue Assessments
- Lubrication Processes
- Equipment Dismantling
- Machine Operation
- Replacing Hoses
- Lubricate Components
- Safety Standards
- Shop Cleaning
- Repair Work
- Adjusting Machine Parts
- Hydraulic Pumps
- Fault Troubleshooting
- Effective Communication Skills
- Parts Reassembling
- Issue Diagnosis
- Documentation
- Timely Project Completion
- Tire Changing
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Engine Repair
- Hand and Power Tools
- Weld Structures
- Heavy Hauling
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Electrical and Mechanical Schematics
- Scheduled Services
- Pressure Washing
- Manual Labor
- Wiring Systems
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Computer Diagnostics
- Heavy equipment repair
- Servicing mechanical equipment
- Tools and mechanical equipment
- Knowledge of heavy equipment
Certification
- preventive Maintenance License - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic III
Colorado Department Of Colorado
08.2009 - 06.2020
Oiler/ Mechanic Helper
Arvada Excavating
09.2008 - 09.2009
Oiler/Belly Dump Truck Driver
Kelly Trucking
02.2007 - 03.2008
GED -
Arvada West High School
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