Austin Apitz
Glencoe
Summary
Dedicated Heavy Duty Equipment Technician with over five years of experience in equipment maintenance and repair. Expertise in conducting thorough inspections and implementing effective solutions, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance across diverse machinery. Committed to fostering effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Revier Transfer
Plato
09.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy-duty environmental equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential hazards or equipment failures.
- Documented service records and maintenance logs for all equipment serviced.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed on each vehicle using computerized tracking system.
- Conducted safety inspections in accordance with state regulations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Performed routine oil changes on a regular basis to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Performed preventative maintenance on heavy duty equipment, such as inspecting, repairing and replacing parts.
- Checked fluid levels regularly to ensure that they are within acceptable limits.
- Tested repaired equipment for proper performance prior to returning it to service.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as filters, belts, hoses, gaskets and pumps.
- Maintained shop tools in good condition by cleaning them regularly and properly storing them when not in use.
- Drive and operate a tractor-trailer combo out on the road during routes.
- Operate equipment, load and unload semi-trailers, including payloader, skid loader, telehandler, bulldozer, excavator, and semis.
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Endurance Environmental Solutions
Plato
08.2018 - 09.2024
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy-duty environmental equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repair solutions.
- Operated diagnostic tools to assess equipment performance and safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all maintenance activities.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential hazards or equipment failures.
- Documented service records and maintenance logs for all equipment serviced.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed on each vehicle using computerized tracking system.
- Inspected electrical wiring for corrosion or damage and replaced faulty wiring as needed.
- Performed routine oil changes on a regular basis to maintain optimal performance levels.
- Performed preventative maintenance on heavy-duty equipment, such as inspecting, repairing, and replacing parts.
- Operate equipment, load and unload semi-trailers, including payloader, skid loader, telehandler, bulldozer, excavator, and semis.
Lawn care and landscape
Top Notch Turf LLC
Glencoe
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Repair worn lawn equipment
- operate equiptment including lawn mowers, skid loaders, pickups with snowplows
Education
High School Diploma -
Glencoe-silver Lake Highschool
Glencoe, MN05-2020
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Preventative maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Diesel engine repair
- Vehicle inspection
- Air conditioning systems
- Welding and fabrication
- Equipment inspection
- Hydraulic systems
- Parts ordering
- Technical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Brake system maintenance
- Component rebuilding
- Heavy equipment operation
Timeline
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Revier Transfer
09.2024 - Current
Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Endurance Environmental Solutions
08.2018 - 09.2024
Lawn care and landscape
Top Notch Turf LLC
04.2017 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Glencoe-silver Lake Highschool