Dustin Landry
La Porte,IN
Summary
Productive Diesel/automotive Technician and professional shop operator keeps safety and customer satisfaction front and center. Versatile repair and maintenance technician with 18+ years of experience working with Diesel/automotive tools and components. Timely with engine diagnostics and repair.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Central Auto Repair Shop
Valparaiso, IN
05.2021 - Current
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
Machinist
Gary Railway
Gary, IN
10.2014 - 07.2020
- Diagnosed locomotive mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- 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.
Diesel Technician
Coach USA
Gary, IN
10.2011 - 10.2014
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Inspect coach buses for repair and maintenance needs.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Diesel Technician
South
Holland, IL
09.2007 - 11.2009
- Inspected Semi Dump Trucks for repair and maintenance needs.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life and fluid levels.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Machinist
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad Company
Hammond, IN
04.1995 - 09.2007
- Diagnosed Locomotive mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business and Diesel Technology
Northwestern College
Lima, OH06.1995
Skills
- Experience
- Issue Resolution
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safety Procedures
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Air Conditioning Service
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Affiliations
20 year member of A.B.A.T.E of Indiana
Certification
Universal refrigerant certification
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Central Auto Repair Shop
05.2021 - Current
Machinist
Gary Railway
10.2014 - 07.2020
Diesel Technician
Coach USA
10.2011 - 10.2014
Diesel Technician
South
09.2007 - 11.2009
Machinist
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad Company
04.1995 - 09.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Business and Diesel Technology
Northwestern College