THE MAKERS AND THE FIXERS

Here's to the Makers and the Fixers - the men and women who understand work, know the pride of doing it well, and deserve our recognition. Let's celebrate these skilled professionals who keep the world moving forward.

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Heavy Duty Truck RepairBarry RodriguesTruck and Transport Journeyman at J.J. trucking LtdCarlyle, SaskatchewanI got into this line of work because I live for figuring out the problems with the units that come in the shop door. I had a friend that managed a shop and asked me if I wanted to come work in a nice warm shop. At that time ... read more

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Saskatchewan

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Heavy Duty Truck Repair

Brp dealerEric LaperriereMechanic at Groupe ContantSainte-Agathe-des-monts, QuebecI got into mechanics because I just love getting my hands dirty and having the chance to fix any kind of problems that can be easy or very complex to fix. I started 10 years ago in a BRP dealer as a apprentice mechanic and h... read more

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Quebec

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MiningJared StoryHeavy Equipment Mechanic at Westmoreland MiningEstevan, SaskatchewanI started the trade in 99. I spent the first 15 years fixing iron in “the patch”. When oil and gas took a turn for the worst I started with a sand/gravel/concrete business. I spent nearly 4 years in that industry which was v... read more

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Saskatchewan

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Mining

Heavy Duty Truck RepairMarc ShepardHD Truck and Transport Mechanic at GFL (Green For Life)Victoria, British ColumbiaI was late getting into my trade of HD truck and transport mechanic. When I graduated from high school I went into the Canadian army and worked with the military for almost 12 years total. At my last unit there was an older... read more

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British Columbia

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Heavy Duty Truck Repair

Automotive - DealershipJordan TotzkeService Technician at BMW Grand RiverElmira, OntarioInitially I got into my line of work by doing a co-op placement at a local repair shop. Growing up I didn’t have anyone to show me how to work with my hands but I always had a passion for cars, taking things apart, and figur... read more

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Ontario

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Automotive - Dealership

Agriculture Equipment RepairMathieu ThebeauTechnician at Green Diamond EquipmentRogersville, New BrunswickI work in the peat bog driving a John Deere tractor and fell in love and took my heavy equipment service technician experience and landed my dream job with John Deere.

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New Brunswick

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Agriculture Equipment Repair

Heavy Duty Truck RepairJon BanmanDiesel MechanicWinnipeg, ManitobaI grew up around semi trucks and diesel equipment my whole life. It was either drive or fix them. I chose to fix. In my career, I’ve worked on trucks, trailers, locomotives, military equipment etc. Been to places such as Afg... read more

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Manitoba

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Heavy Duty Truck Repair

Fleet MaintenanceOwen DunlopTechnician at STG Fleet ServicesSaskatoon, SaskatchewanI got into this line of work through the SASK youth apprenticeship program threw school. I had an opportunity to do an 8-week apprenticeship. After that I got the job part time through school. I’m a 17 year old apprentice wh... read more

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Saskatchewan

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Fleet Maintenance

Heavy Duty Truck RepairDerick ArsenaultMechanic at Matrec Green For LifeQuebec City, QuebecI used to be a tractor and heavy equipment mechanic for Massey Ferguson then I started washing trucks and cars, then I found a job to be a mechanic on garbage trucks. I bought a Snap-on tool chest and Snap-on tools after 2 m... read more

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Quebec

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Heavy Duty Truck Repair

Agriculture Equipment RepairMathew SuttonService Techn at Mazergroup EquipMariapolis, ManitobaI am a Full Red seal certified Agricultural Technician and have been in the trade for 10 years! I have worked at John Deere dealer, Case IH dealer and now a New Holland dealer. I have done both shop and road work! I love my ... read more

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Manitoba

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Agriculture Equipment Repair

Fleet MaintenanceRobert JaapTech at Red Deer Emergency ServicesRed Deer, AlbertaI got started at Outlaw Marine Jets through my high school automotive class. I feel in love with the work instantly. A few months after graduation I started my apprenticeship, and got my first ticket in 1998. I love helping ... read more

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Alberta

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Fleet Maintenance

LoggingDan WattsOwner at D.R. Watts TruckingQuesnel, British ColumbiaMom has been a logging truck driver for 10 years. Dad has been an owner/operator of logging trucks for 20 years. Their philosophy is start them young, so I'm learning now!

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British Columbia

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Aviation/AerospaceLisa McGiveryAircraft Mechanic at AAR - WindsorWindsor, OntarioI grew up on the east coast of Canada, raised mainly by my father. At a young age I remember being at the cottage with my father and seeing a water bomber come down on the lake and gather water. This moment was significant b... read more

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Ontario

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Aviation/Aerospace

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"All the industries we're in are constantly changing and evolving. This requires us to adapt and change our self along with the tools we use." - Brian F. #makersandfixers

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Ricky Wong speaks the TRUTH! Check out our website to see more aviation stories like Ricky's! #makersandfixers #aviation #aircraftmechanic

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Technician. Dad. Motohead. Adam does it all. What roles do you take on every day? #makersandfixers #racing #motohead

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Started from the bottom now he's here! Check out Josh's journey on MakersandFixers.com! (link in bio) #makersandfixers #snapon #toolbox

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Everyone has a reason for going into their career. What’s yours? #makersandfixers

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Liz said it best herself. She's let nothing stop her from achieving her goals and becoming a Diesel Marine Technician. #makersandfixers #diesel

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A love for all things mechanical has taken Ryan from working on trucks in his dad’s garage, to medaling at the WorldSkills competition in Russia, to a full-time career as a Heavy Duty Diesel Technician. Ryan’s full story is well worth the trip to our website. #makersandfixers #diesel #skillsusa

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At just 22 years old, Logan opened his own shop doing upholstery fabrication and custom paint. Four years later, he’s booked out a year in advance. #impressive #makersandfixers #selfmade #hotrod

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Even though Ryan works on multi-million dollar airplanes every day, his favorite projects are still the cars he fixes with his dad. Together they’ve worked on a Plymouth Duster, '63 Corvette, convertible '85 Suburban, and a convertible '68 Camaro. What’s your project car? #makersandfixers . . . #aviation #auto #fatherandson #plymouth #corvette #chevy #camaro #convertible

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Join the community of Makers and Fixers. Share your story to be featured on our website and be entered in the monthly contest. #makersandfixers #shareyourstory

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Jerry's interest in helping people led him to create a program for veterans where they can work with their hands, be creative, and help with PTSD. Some vets have even started their own businesses using the skills they learned in Jerry’s program! #makersandfixers #UNL #veterans

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Meet Augustine, our $500 winner for February! He became a technician through the help of a very important mentor in his life. Has anyone helped you get to where you are today? #makersandfixers #contest

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After getting her first Dirt Bike, Liana decided to follow her dreams and go to Motorcycle Mechanics Institute. She now works in one the biggest dealerships on the East Coast, and runs an Instagram page connecting and inspiring female mechanics. Read more about Liana and the cool projects she’s worked on at makersandfixers.com! #makersandfixers #motorcycle

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Any shop owners or managers out there turning wrenches every day? #makersandfixers . . . #auto #garage #shopowner #shopmanager

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“When I was little, I wanted to be a mechanic. Lots of people do a job just to get money. Me, I like this. I like doing this every day.” –Carmelo V. #makersandfixers #snapon #auto

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What’s your story? #makersandfixers

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Just call us Santa! Check out Dan's story on our website - link in bio! #makersandfixers #merrychristmas

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A plane isn’t like a car. If you have engine trouble in the air, you can’t just pull over on the side of the road.” –Eric Cornell #makersandfixers #aviation

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ANNOUNCING OUR FIRST $500 WINNER 🥁🥁🥁…. JO BODEN! Check out our IG story to see the three $100 winners. Congratulations to all! Read their stories on our website and submit your own story for a chance to win (link in bio). #makersandfixers

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This is why we’re here. This is what we believe. Part 3 of 3 #makersandfixers #snapon

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This is why we’re here. This is what we believe. Part 2 of 3 #makersandfixers #snapon

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This is why we’re here. This is what we believe. Part 1 of 3 #makersandfixers #snapon

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Wise words from Heavy Duty Tech Chelsea out of Denver, CO. What's your Maker/Fixer motto? #makersandfixers

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Since she was 12 years old, Lisa knew she wanted to go into aviation. Today, she encourages other women to go into the field as well. Check out our website to see more of Lisa’s story! #MakersandFixers #aviation #aviationwomen

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Trust is an important part of any Maker and Fixer's job. Just ask Alex, a Heavy Duty Tech at a John Deere dealership. #makersandfixers #diesel #agriculture

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Meet Jason. He followed his gut and went into an industry he loves. Tell us what industry you work in! #makersandfixers #snapon #automotive

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Alex is more than a tech, he's a little bit of everything. What roles do you take on every day? #makersandfixers #technician

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