Sam Bradshaw

West Coast Wilderness Railway

05.2018 - Current

Maintained high-quality standards in parts manufacturing by accurately interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
Played a key role in maintaining a clean and organized workshop, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
Interpreted technical drawings and schematics for assembly and maintenance tasks.
Utilized hand and power tools to carry out mechanical tasks.
Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
conducted routine maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, mechanical transmissions, and braking mechanisms.
Performed regular adjustments to components such as wheels, gears, bearings, and couplings on steam and diesel locomotives.
Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.

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