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Roger K Edwards Jr
Bristol,IL
Summary
Experienced and dedicated journeyman heavy equipment field mechanic with a resilient and hard-working attitude. Thrives in physically demanding environments, adept at repairing heavy-duty machinery for extended periods of time. Boasting over 12 years of hands-on experience in repairing and servicing heavy equipment, this professional has developed an outstanding safety record and possesses expertise in electrical systems and machine diagnostics.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Technician and Welder
AZ Hard Rock
01.2024 - Current
- Resident mine mechanic working on Komatsu, Caterpillar, John Deere heavy equipment, and various support equipment.
- Perform welding repairs, and maintenance on rock crushing, conveyors, and screen plants.
- Delivered consistent quality workmanship while adhering to strict deadlines, minimizing project delays due to equipment failures.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to accurately identify mechanical issues, leading to faster resolutions and minimized downtime for customers.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
McCann Industries
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Repair Takeuchi brand track loaders, and excavators. Extensive electrical troubleshooting, and diagnostic capabilities
- Repair, and service CASE construction machinery (Excavators, skid steers, wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, track type tractors).
- Hydraulic troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair. Machine computer systems, undercarriage, final drive repair, and service.
- Welding and fabrication repair work equipment. Proficient in stick welding, and carbon arc gouging, oxy acetylene welding.
- Repair, and service hydraulic breakers, industrial compressor's, and electric generator's.
- Engine overhaul, complete engine rebuilds, and engine repairs following CNHi warranty procedures.
Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic/Welder
RYAN Central Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Repair, and service wide range of Caterpillar machinery at dealer quality level(Excavators, Graders, Wheel Loaders, Articulated Haul Trucks, Track Type Tractors, Scrapers, and Pull Scraper). Over 500 pieces of equipment in company fleet.
- Hydraulic diagnosis, Machine Electronics, undercarriage, and final drive repair.
- Experienced welder,fabricator, with extensive knowledge in stick welding, carbon arc , torch cutting, and mig welding.
- Provided field service support with over night stay long term in Illinois, Indiana, Central Kentucky thru Ohio territory. This was to ensure machine repairs completed, under strict deadlines.
Heavy Equipment Field Service Mechanic /Welder
McAllister Equipment Company
04.2013 - 03.2017
- Repair, and service entire Volvo Construction Equipment product line, Link Belt Cranes, KPI Crushers, and JCI screed plants.
- Contracted mechanic to dealer's key customers, RYAN Central Inc, Babcock fleet services, and Lafarge Quarry.
- Provide timely field service support to Northern, IL region customers
- Volvo A40 articulated haul truck overhauls, and diagnostics.
Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic/Welder
Komatsu Equipment Co
11.2011 - 04.2013
- Onsite mine mechanic, working on Komatsu 930E rigid frame haul trucks. Repair and service WA900, WA1200 wheel loaders, for Hycroft Gold division.
- Successfully completed contracted builds on 34 Komatu 930 320 ton electric drive haul trucks.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and performing necessary repairs on various machinery.
- Welding, and fabrication on West Way dump beds on sight. read blueprints, and follow welding procedures to complete assembly of truck beds.
- Implemented quality control measures by closely inspecting completed work to ensure it met or exceeded client expectations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2007
High School Diploma -
Waubonsie Valley High School
Aurora, IL05-2005
Skills
- Diesel Engine Maintenance
- Heavy Equipment Diagnostics
- Commercial driver's license Class C
- Fuel System Repair
- Proficient in MS Office
- Welding and fabrication
- Brake system service
- Exhaust system repair
- Powertrain Repair
- Cooling System Service
- Electronic Control Modules
- Hydraulic Systems Repair
- Air Conditioning Service
- Electrical System Troubleshooting
- Technical report writing
- Equipment Inspection
- Software Updates
- Emission Control Systems
- Undercarriage Maintenance
- Underground mining
- Fluid analysis
- Journeyman in Local Union 150
- Lowboy experience
- Component Rebuilding
- Diagnostic Tool Usage
- Hydraulic Cylinder Repair
- Shop safety procedures
- Engine overhaul
Accomplishments
- Takeuchi Factory Certified Training 2023 at Pendergrass, Ga facility
- CASE Construction Factory Certified training
- MSHA 500023 Experienced under ground miner.
- Link Belt Cranes Master Technician Telescopic Level 2 at Lexington, Ky facility.
- Volvo Construction Tech tool/VCADS Factory Training at Shippensburg, Pa facility.
- Volvo Masters Technician training via dealer online course.
- Certification for Bosch Electrical troubleshooting, and diagnostics at ADS facility in WI
- Certification for Ford Powerstroke 6.0,6.4,7.3L diagnostics at ADS facility in WI.
- Formally recognized by chain of command for being an outstanding and reliable worker.
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- First Aid Certification
- Valid IL C Class Driver's License
- Forklift Certification
Interests
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Technician and Welder
AZ Hard Rock
01.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
McCann Industries
09.2018 - 12.2023
Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic/Welder
RYAN Central Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2018
Heavy Equipment Field Service Mechanic /Welder
McAllister Equipment Company
04.2013 - 03.2017
Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic/Welder
Komatsu Equipment Co
11.2011 - 04.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology
Illinois Central College
High School Diploma -
Waubonsie Valley High School
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