Kevin Schiltz
Bear
Summary
Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic with extensive experience at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock, specializing in hydraulic repair and electrical diagnostics. Proven ability to enhance machine productivity through effective issue assessment and timely project completion. Strong team collaboration and flexibility ensure optimal performance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
01.2017 - Current
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Use dealer level software to diagnose and adjust machine productivity and safety
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- 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.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Diagnosed Electrical, Emissions and Power Train issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
- Installed new parts such as Alternators, Hydraulics and Tracks on frequent basis.
- Specialized in repairing Caterpillar,Komastu,Case,Kubota and John Deere equipment but learned ins and outs of many different manufacturer's pieces.
- Welding And Fabrication
- Traveled 100% of time to work on-site at customer locations.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Eagle Power & Equipment
04.2013 - 01.2017
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Diagnosed Electrical, Emissions and Power Train issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
- Specialized in repairing Case And Kubota equipment but learned ins and outs of many different manufacturer's pieces.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Welding And Fabrication
Education
High School Diploma -
Kennett High School
Kennett Square, PA05.2011
Mechanical
Chester County Technical VoTech
Jennersville PA2011
Skills
- Equipment commissioning and machinery testing
- Issue assessment and diagnostics
- Scheduled maintenance and service records
- Hydraulic engineering and system updates
- Hazard prevention and safe work practices
- Timely project completion
- Electrical and mechanical schematics
- Machine maintenance and repair
- schedule maintenance plans with crew to complete repairs without downtime
- Electrical diagnostics
- Parts ordering
- Preventive maintenance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility
- Undercarriage maintenance
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
01.2017 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Eagle Power & Equipment
04.2013 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Kennett High School
Mechanical
Chester County Technical VoTech