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
undefinedAffiliations
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
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