CHRISTOPHER WATT
Lowell,IN
Summary
Mechanic with over 11 years of robust experience in equipment operation and mechanical repairs, demonstrating proficiency in heavy equipment handling, carpentry, and equipment repair. Skilled in operating a wide range of machinery, including backhoes and box trucks, and adept at maintenance tasks, showcasing a solid mechanical knowledge base. Committed to safety and efficiency, with a track record of enhancing operational productivity and maintaining high-quality standards in diverse environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
State of Indiana
Gary, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Reduced machinery downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and implementing effective repair solutions.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Utilize diagnostic tools such as Cummins Insite, and DTNA connect.
Commercial Driver/ Diesel Technician
Apollos Water Llc.
Battle Ground, IN
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained a clean driving record by adhering to all traffic laws and practicing safe-driving techniques.
- Completed daily route consisting of up to Number stops, focusing on safety and timeliness.
- Kept accurate records of hours driven, miles covered, fuel usage, and maintenance performed to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted thorough pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections, identifying potential issues before they became problems.
- Maintained and repaired multiple makes and models of semi tractor trailers.
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Maintenance Mechanic
United states steel corp.
Gary, USA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated heavy equipment efficiently in a steel making environment at United States Steel Corp
- Maintain and repair large earth moving equipment
Commercial Truck Driver
Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.
Lowell, IN, USA
04.2019 - 10.2023
- Deliver and pickup customer freight in a safe and timely manner
- Keep hours of service logs to stay DOT compliant
- Implement efficient route planning to maximize delivery and pickup productivity, reducing fuel costs and optimizing customer satisfaction for Dayton Freight Lines, Inc
Heavy Equipment Operator
KDM Services
Lowell, IN, USA
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Company Overview: Employed by KDM Services in the construction industry
- Operated various heavy construction equipment such as skid loaders, bulldozers, and excavators
- Conducted maintenance tasks as a mechanic
- Employed by KDM Services in the construction industry
Butcher/Meat Cutter
The butcher block inc
Lowell, IN, USA
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Slaughter, cut, and package meat for sale
- Responsibilities: Repair/maintain trucks and equipment, recover vehicles
- Accomplishments: Increased vehicle flow and productivity
Mechanic Technician
Trace automotive inc
Lowell, IN, USA
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Mechanic Technician
- Repair/maintain trucks and equipment, recover vehicles
- Accomplishments: increased vehicle flow and productivity
- Skills Used: Very high mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills
Mechanic/ Commercial Driver
Allen's Briar East Towing
Gary, IN, USA
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Repair/maintain trucks and equipment, recover vehicles
- Accomplishments: increased vehicle flow and productivity
Education
High school diploma -
Penn foster high school
Lowell, IN01.2022
Skills
- Heavy Equipment operator
- Quick Learning
- Electrical
- Excavator
- Backhoe
- Heavy Equipment
- Manual Transmissions
- CDL B
- Cdl-A
- Hazmat
- Commercial Driving
- Tanker Experience
- Automotive Repair
- Equipment Repair
- Mechanic Experience
- Tractor-Trailer
- Freight Experience
- Box Truck
- Facilities Maintenance
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Meat Cutting
- Hand tools
- Farming
- Forklift
- Warehouse Experience
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
Certification
Several Cummins quickserve certificates.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
State of Indiana
01.2025 - Current
Commercial Driver/ Diesel Technician
Apollos Water Llc.
06.2024 - 12.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Maintenance Mechanic
United states steel corp.
10.2023 - 06.2024
Commercial Truck Driver
Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.
04.2019 - 10.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
KDM Services
11.2017 - 08.2018
Butcher/Meat Cutter
The butcher block inc
04.2016 - 02.2017
Mechanic Technician
Trace automotive inc
02.2015 - 04.2016
Mechanic/ Commercial Driver
Allen's Briar East Towing
08.2013 - 02.2015
High school diploma -
Penn foster high school