Christopher Kennis
Weir Views
Summary
Well-qualified heavy equipment mechanic, versed in locating faults, removing worn parts and installing new components. Team-oriented, responsible and diligent about contributing to team and company success. Effective at operating wide range of tools, gauges and equipment to complete maintenance and repair actions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Leading Hand /Senior Field Service Technician
Aries Rail
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, enhancing team performance and skill development.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules to minimize operational disruptions.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock control procedures to ensure availability of materials.
- Established quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer expectations.
- Leveraged technical expertise to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and restore normal operations quickly.
- Performed maintenance tasks on various road/rail vehicles & associated equipment.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Field Service Technician
Onetrak
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical issues in diverse equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Collaborated with clients to identify service needs, providing tailored solutions and technical support.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and best practices for field service operations.
- Streamlined service workflows, reducing response times while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed inventory of tools and parts, ensuring availability for efficient service delivery.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing service activities and recommendations for system improvements.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, significantly extending equipment lifespan and reducing downtime.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests for timely on-call support.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism in all interactions with clients, consistently receiving positive feedback for exceptional service.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Senior Service Technician
Proquip Rentals & Sales
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Diagnosis, repair and servicing of CAT, Sumitomo, Hitachi, Case, JCB, Komatsu, Kobelco, Hyundai, Kubota and Yanmar excavators ranging from 1.5t to 30t.
- Diagnosis, repair and servicing of CAT, Ammann and Bomag Smooth\Padfoot drum rollers ranging from 1.5t to 20t.
- Diagnosis, repair and servicing of Manitou tele handlers.
- Diagnosis, repair and servicing of Kubota, ASV and CAT skid steers and tracked loaders.
Field Service Technician
Victorian Mechanical Services
12.2017 - 08.2020
- Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Gave accurate quotes on needed repair work, fully educating customers on possible options and plans of action.
- Liaising with customers on site to complete breakdowns effectively and in a timely manner.
- Various port terminal maintenance tasks completed.
- Diagnosis & repair of materials handling equipment such as tele handlers, front end loaders, backhoes, mini excavators and skid steers.
- Diagnosis & repair of container handling equipment such as steelbro, hammar, and swinglift sidelifters, SMV and CVS reach stackers.
- General automotive electrical diagnosis & repairs.
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
Butler Freight
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Analysed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
Secon Freight Logistics
10.2012 - 11.2017
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Performed routine and preventative maintenance on sidelifters, trucks, bulk product tipping units, trailers and other heavy equipment.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Completed on site breakdowns of company equipment effectively and efficiently.
Apprentice Fitter
West Trans Equipment
12.2011 - 08.2012
- Operated drills, riveters and welding equipment to fit and assemble components.
- Used squares, rules and punches to layout dimensions on metal stock such as sheet metal and angle iron.
- Used hand tools and power tools to construct and repair metal vehicle bodies and trailers.
- Maintenance & installation of skip bin bodies to heavy vehicles.
- Maintenance & installation of vehicle mounted cranes.
Apprentice Fitter Turner
Andar Tool & Press
07.2010 - 12.2011
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunctioning or excessive vibration and adjusted machines or replaced tools to eliminate problems.
- Inspected and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- General machining of parts
- General hydraulic repairs, including cylinders and pumps
- Food processing line maintenance (poultry)
Apprentice Fitter Turner
Freightquip Australia
06.2008 - 01.2010
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
- Installed new parts and components such as lines, pipes and bracing.
- Operated welding and cutting equipment with strong safety skills and high-quality results.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- General hydraulic parts machining, including glands, pistons rods and barrels.
- Steelbro sidelifter maintenance & repairs.
- Melbourne airport GSE maintenance.
Apprentice Fitter Turner
HT Hydraulics
01.2008 - 06.2008
- Maintained shop equipment by checking fluid levels and sanding and cleaning parts.
- Operated machine shop equipment, including band saws and lathes.
- Inspected parts using calipers, micrometers and depth gauges.
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
Education
Certificate III Forklift Technology -
ACE Kangan Docklands
Docklands, Victoria 09.2017
Certificate III Mechanical Engineering -
Victoria University Tafe
Sunshine, Victoria10.2011
Skills
- HC unrestricted truck license
- Sidelifter equipment knowledge
- Forklift equipment knowledge
- Telehandler equipment knowledge
- Earthmoving equipment knowledge
- Heavy vehicle knowledge
- Light vehicle knowledge
- General auto electrics knowledge
- General hydraulics knowledge
- Hyrail vehicle repairs and maintenance experience
Additional Information
FL License
BL above 11m License
Heavy Rigid License
MTM TTSA
MTM/ARTC/VLINE TVO
References
Brett Whelan
Managing Director, Rolling Bearings West
2/32 Westside Dr, Laverton North VIC 3026
Ph. 0438681848
Marcus Fortuna
Manager, Hydraulics Network
23 Quinlan Rd, Epping VIC 3076
Ph. 0428237972
Timeline
Leading Hand /Senior Field Service Technician
Aries Rail
01.2022 - Current
Field Service Technician
Onetrak
02.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Service Technician
Proquip Rentals & Sales
08.2020 - 02.2021
Field Service Technician
Victorian Mechanical Services
12.2017 - 08.2020
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
Butler Freight
09.2017 - 12.2017
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
Secon Freight Logistics
10.2012 - 11.2017
Apprentice Fitter
West Trans Equipment
12.2011 - 08.2012
Apprentice Fitter Turner
Andar Tool & Press
07.2010 - 12.2011
Apprentice Fitter Turner
Freightquip Australia
06.2008 - 01.2010
Apprentice Fitter Turner
HT Hydraulics
01.2008 - 06.2008
Certificate III Forklift Technology -
ACE Kangan Docklands
Certificate III Mechanical Engineering -
Victoria University Tafe
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