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John Dunbar

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Motivated Maintenance Technician with nearly 30 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. Skilled in leading teams on manufacturing lines and overseeing facility maintenance operations. Proficient in various aspects of project maintenance, including structural welding. Well-versed in facility maintenance tasks such as lighting, snow removal, waste removal, general building maintenance, office remodels, and project clean-up. Currently serving as a Line Maintenance Technician at Subaru of Indiana, gaining additional expertise in a wide range of maintenance functions, including minor pump and motor repair, hydraulic and pneumatics systems, and PLC programming. Extensive background in manufacturing and maintenance, confident in contributing to the success of any maintenance team.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Training (Ammt)

Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc.
01.2024 - Current

2 Year program that includes attending schooling through Vincennes University studying different aspects of the maintenance performed within Sia. After schooling, was assigned to a shift to continue with hands on training. Training involved electrical, mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatics, and learning Mitsubishishi Plc programming and troubleshooting.

Facilities Maintenance

Wabash National
06.2010 - 08.2023
  • Performed simple carpentry tasks, including installing shelves, hooks and closet rods to meet customer needs. Build small offices and cubicle spaces when needed as well
  • Maintained facility grounds by removing litter, mowing, trimming , and spraying overgrown weeds
  • Fixed building systems and structural components when needed. Duties include carpenty work, welding, and minor electrical work
  • Repaired leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment to keep bathrooms operational and clean
  • Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas by applying driving a snow plow and applying a beet juice mixture
  • Observed all safety rules and used proper ppe (personal protection equipment) when performing duties
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems
  • Inspected electrical components to identify defects and hazards and made repairs when needed
  • Performed painting on facility when needed. Kept parking lot painted using paint sprayer
  • Production coordinator for 8 years
  • In charge of a crew of 20 people performing various jobs to build semi trailers
  • Certified welder
  • In charge of weekend crews to do major repairs to trailers in order to get them delivered to the customer in a timely manner
  • In charge of overtime crews to build challenging components for trailers
  • Proficient in SAP computer systems used in production. Knew when parts were coming in, what quantities were expected, and where they were located
  • Worked with engineering when there were issues with trailer work orders. Helping to come up with suitable repairs or substitute parts

Robotic Welder

Hendrickson
02.2010 - 05.2010
  • Loaded axles into robots to be welded
  • Inspected welds and repaired as necessary
  • Always followed all safety guidelines as it pertained to welding

Education

High School Diploma -

Rensselaer Central High School
Rensselaer, IN

No Degree - Business Management

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

No Degree - Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN
06-2024

No Degree - Air Traffic Control

Air Traffic Control (USAF)
Biloxi, MS
01-1991

Skills

  • Expert in stick welding
  • Flux core (FCAW) welding
  • Reading drawings, models and blueprints
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Schedule coordination
  • Systems monitoring
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Process management
  • Task delegation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures

  • Staff leadership and direction
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Welding techniques
  • Equipment repair and maintenance
  • Line maintenance
  • Pump and motor maintenance
  • Teamwork
  • Structural welding
  • Equipment and facility maintenance

Timeline

Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Training (Ammt)

Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc.
01.2024 - Current

Facilities Maintenance

Wabash National
06.2010 - 08.2023

Robotic Welder

Hendrickson
02.2010 - 05.2010

High School Diploma -

Rensselaer Central High School

No Degree - Business Management

Indiana Wesleyan University

No Degree - Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Vincennes University

No Degree - Air Traffic Control

Air Traffic Control (USAF)
John Dunbar