Katherine Cortijo
Slidell,LA
Summary
Professional mechanic with hands-on experience in diesel engine maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance. Strong collaboration with team members to ensure efficient operations and adapt to changing needs. Known for reliability, technical expertise, and achieving results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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Certification
7
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years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic Supervisor
River Birch
Avondale, LA
01.2024 - Current
- Trained mechanics on advanced diagnostic techniques, Performed electrical system diagnostics to identify and resolve issues, Conducted hydraulic system diagnostics to ensure optimal performance, Operation, Management, Facilitated timely part orders to maintain inventory., Maintained down equipment list., Time Management, Brake System
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance on vehicles, enhancing safety and longevity of fleet operations.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues, streamlining repair processes.
Diesel Mechanic
US Army National Guard
Leonard, MO
11.2019 - 11.2024
- Repaired engines to restore functionality and ensure vehicle reliability, Troubleshot mechanical and electrical systems to identify and resolve issues, Repaired body panels and troubleshot hydraulic systems to maintain vehicle safety and performance
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines and related systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance on military vehicles to enhance reliability and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues under tight deadlines.
Diesel Mechanic
Pelican Waste
Houma, LA
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Replaced hydraulic components and troubleshot electrical systems and air brakes to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Repaired body panels and replaced suspension components to maintain vehicle safety and reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring operational readiness for equipment deployment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance checks to enhance vehicle performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, minimizing downtime during operations.
Diesel Mechanic
Waste Connections
Seekok, MA
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Completed PMS, air brake repairs, and minor repairs based on write-ups to ensure vehicle safety and compliance
- Conducted system diagnostics to identify and resolve mechanical issues, enhancing vehicle reliability
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines, ensuring timely repairs and maintenance.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on military vehicles to enhance operational readiness.
- Trained junior mechanics on safety protocols and repair techniques to improve team efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MASkills
- Diesel mechanics knowledge
- Diesel repair
- Repair skills
- Electrical systems
- Heavy equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Oil maintenance
- Parts replacement
- Read Schematics
- Analytical skills
- Diesel mechanic experience
- Team Leadership
- Parts Management
- Inventory Control
- Diesel repair
- Inventory organization
- Forklift
- Fleet Management Software
- Heavy equipment maintenance
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Driver's License
- Diesel Mechanic Certification
Languages
Bilingual
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic Supervisor
River Birch
01.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Pelican Waste
09.2021 - 01.2024
Diesel Mechanic
US Army National Guard
11.2019 - 11.2024
Diesel Mechanic
Waste Connections
05.2019 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Bristol Community College