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Robert Nygaard

Granger,WY

Summary

Accomplished Shop Foreman/Mechanic with a proven track record at Tri State Truck And Equipment, enhancing workplace safety and optimizing productivity. Expert in fabrication skills and safety management, I led a team to exceed performance goals through strategic task delegation and safety awareness, ensuring top-notch maintenance and repair standards. Dedicated shop professional familiar with leading teams, operating equipment and managing materials to support shop and field operations. Committed to high performance and safely completing all tasks. History of improving shop productivity and work efficiency through hands-on management and good decision-making skills. Organized and disciplined with excellent communication, problem-solving and planning abilities. Successful at maintaining a safe and effective shop environment. Adept at fabricating materials, welding work and maintaining equipment in good working order. Good budget administrator and schedule manager.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Foreman/Mechanic/Field Mechanic

Tri State Truck And Equipment
10.2018 - 04.2024
  • Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
  • Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
  • Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
  • Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Directed daily operations of team of [Number] technicians and shop professionals.
  • Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
  • Optimized scheduling practices to maximize productivity while minimizing labor costs without sacrificing quality or safety standards.

Mechanic/Assistant Manager

Rocky Mountain Truck /Little America Garage
08.2013 - 08.2018
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.

Mechanic Welder

John Bunning Transfer
01.2011 - 09.2013
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.

Welder/Diesel Mechanic

Key Energy Services
01.2008 - 08.2011
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Education

Welding - Welding Technology

North Central Kansas Technical College
Beloit, KS
01.1994

High School Diploma -

Garden City High School
Garden City, KS
05.1989

Skills

  • Safety Management
  • Workplace Safety
  • Safety awareness
  • Task Delegation
  • Fabrication skills
  • Deadline Management

Timeline

Shop Foreman/Mechanic/Field Mechanic

Tri State Truck And Equipment
10.2018 - 04.2024

Mechanic/Assistant Manager

Rocky Mountain Truck /Little America Garage
08.2013 - 08.2018

Mechanic Welder

John Bunning Transfer
01.2011 - 09.2013

Welder/Diesel Mechanic

Key Energy Services
01.2008 - 08.2011

Welding - Welding Technology

North Central Kansas Technical College

High School Diploma -

Garden City High School
Robert Nygaard