Given Mwansa
Heavy Equipment Repair-Technician
1 Bracken Street, Aggeneys
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. 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. Dependable employee diagnoses and repairs various heavy-duty equipment types and models. Performs thorough preventative maintenance and identifies opportunities for productivity improvements.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Apprentice Heavy Equipment Repair
Kavs Equipment Limited
Chingola
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Kept efficient time and material records.
- Completed written reports of problems and necessary repairs and forwarded to maintenance personnel.
- Maintained equipment in good working order by checking fluid levels and greasing and fueling machines.
- Maintained quality and safety by reporting equipment issues and malfunctions for repairs.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
- Repaired machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Collaborated with team of technicians to complete projects and meet deadlines.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Selected hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments according to task requirements.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Repaired and replaced engine parts such as pistons, cylinders and liners to restore function.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
Apprentice Mechanic-Hydraulics
Kavs Equipment limited
Chingola
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Studied manuals and repair books to increase knowledge and mechanical understanding of vehicles.
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Adhered to established procedures for safe disposal of motor oil and other vehicle fluids.
- Cleaned and organized work areas, tools and equipment to support productivity.
- Fitted bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Repaired and replaced engine parts such as pistons, cylinders and liners to restore function.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Konkola Copper Mines
Chingola
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
- Connected pipes through caulking, gluing and welding.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
- Carefully reviewed project blueprints before starting work and addressed any concerns with supervisors.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Education
Advanced Certificate - Advanced Heavy Equipment Repair
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
Ndola , Zambia 05.2019 - 08.2022
Craft Certificate - Mechanical Fitting
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
Ndola , Zambia 01.2016 - 12.2017
Short Intensive Course - Advanced Hydraulics
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
Ndola, Zambia 12.2017 - 12.2017
Skills
Heavy equipment repair
Equipment dismantling
Effective communication skills
Parts replacement
Preventive Maintenance
Safety standards and protocols
Teamwork and Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Troubleshooting skills
Affiliations
Engineering Institution of Zambia
References
1.0 Mr. Kabanda Kelvin
Head of Training -Instrumentation/ Electrical
Konkola Copper Mines
Phone: +260212350809
Mobile: +260963405480
Email: Kabanda.kelvin@Kcm.co.zm
2.0 Mr. Mwandwa Henry
Mine Captain-Loading, Hauling and Crushing
Kavs Equipment Limited
Email: henrymwandwa@yahoo.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-mwandwa-01287549
Timeline
Apprentice Heavy Equipment Repair
Kavs Equipment Limited
04.2020 - 01.2021
Advanced Certificate - Advanced Heavy Equipment Repair
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
05.2019 - 08.2022
Apprentice Mechanic-Hydraulics
Kavs Equipment limited
02.2018 - 10.2018
Short Intensive Course - Advanced Hydraulics
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
12.2017 - 12.2017
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Konkola Copper Mines
06.2017 - 09.2017
Craft Certificate - Mechanical Fitting
Northern Technical College (NORTEC)
01.2016 - 12.2017