Prior to joining IMT, Ashdown had worked with mobile equipment manufacturers including Pierce Manufacturing, American LaFrance and Western Star, where he held a variety of engineering roles. In addition to his engineering experience, Ashdown also has several years of experience managing heavy construction equipment fleets, which affords him with a unique perspective of the IMT customer needs.

“I am pleased to be joining the IMT team, and look forward to helping ensure IMT continues to be the leading brand in the service-truck industry,” Ashdown said. “IMT has a strong history of innovation derived from outstanding people, and I hope to strengthen that tradition.”

Ashdown earned a degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Saskatchewan.