Looking for a employment in the Chicago land area. I have attached my resume, and would be glad to here form prospective employers or referrals.

Thank you.

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Finally found a job; thanks for the views.

Well on the job hunt again; turns out the owner of the place I am currently at is more promise than delivery.

After conversing with fellow employes and things the owner has said, I find that future prospects will be lacking.

So if anyone is looking for a good tech; shows up on time; L1 certified; likes to stay up to date with current and future tech; please give me a shout.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

Adam,

I might be needing someone soon in St. Louis. You would have to relocate obviously.

Regards,

Carl Grotti wrote on Feb 3^rd, 2011 at 4:57pm:

Adam, I might be needing someone soon in St. Louis. You would have to relocate obviously. Regards,

The economy + trying to sell my house will probably keep me up here for the foreseeable future; though it is tempting.

Thanks.

Still looking.

Updated resume.

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Got another job, again; hopefully this one works out.

This is getting monotonous.

Updated resume.

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Adam,

Took a peak at the resume and at glance some areas seemed a bit vague.  Is that just me?  Not knocking it, I was just thinking it might be a stronger resume with more specific examples.  

Good luck in the finding a good place to work.

Sam

jarvissamuel wrote on Oct 14^th, 2011 at 6:49am:

Adam, Took a peak at the resume and at glance some areas seemed a bit vague.  Is that just me?  Not knocking it, I was just thinking it might be a stronger resume with more specific examples.   Good luck in the finding a good place to work. Sam

Thanks.

What kind of more specific examples?

Hey Adam, these guys are looking for a drive ability man. I was checking a 740i at a car wash on the west side and they offered me a gig. The shop is in a pretty nice area. Looks like they get a lot of traffic. Talk to Paul.

Ogden Automotive Center
430 North Ogden Avenue
Chicago‎ IL‎ 60642

PEDRO SANCHEZ wrote on Oct 17^th, 2011 at 3:38am:

Hey Adam, these guys are looking for a drive ability man. I was checking a 740i at a car wash on the west side and they offered me a gig. The shop is in a pretty nice area. Looks like they get a lot of traffic. Talk to Paul. Ogden Automotive Center 430 North Ogden Avenue Chicago‎ IL‎ 60642

Thanks.

I left Paul a message. Waiting for a call back.

Adam,

I did not forget you I just have access  to the internet M-F.  I will PM some suggestions to you.  

It is interesting though I had a college course that  I took and one of the tasks was to make a resume.  I took a look at the one I put together and I did the same thing.  Thankfully I was not looking at the time I made it but it does not hurt to update it.

Sam

jarvissamuel wrote on Oct 17^th, 2011 at 10:52am:

Adam, I did not forget you I just have access  to the internet M-F.  I will PM some suggestions to you.   It is interesting though I had a college course that  I took and one of the tasks was to make a resume.  I took a look at the one I put together and I did the same thing.  Thankfully I was not looking at the time I made it but it does not hurt to update it. Sam

I would appreciate that.

Thanks.

Enhanced my Resume: with tips from Samuel J.

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You need to check your grammar, spelling and punctuation.
If, I was a prospective employer, you wouldn't make the first round with that resume.

I'm not trying to be a dick either  [smiley=boxer.gif] I tell it like it is, so don't take this the wrong way and get all butt hurt. You need a lot of help. It's pretty terrible. Someone looking to hire you, isn't interested in your road testing capability. They want to see your skill information and schooling info too. Don't make it long and drawn out with frivolous information, like coordinating RO's ETC.

If, I get some time this week, I'll be glad to work on it to try and help you  [smiley=thumbsup2.gif]

I can tell you up front. You need to add the reference information. This is key to making a good impression.
Without it, and having upon request, it makes you look lazy  [smiley=2cents.gif]

I like it Adam, but it might need a tadbit more detail.

Looks like we have been trained by the same Greats, my updated resume includes being part of the Picogroup...

Heres an automotive template on Microsoft ;)

http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/results.aspx?qu=AUTOMOTIVE+resumes&ex=1&AxInstalled=1&c=0#ai:TC030003366|;

PEDRO SANCHEZ wrote on Nov 15^th, 2011 at 6:20pm:

my updated resume includes being part of the Picogroup...

LOL!  i did that too  ;).  for the most part no one knew what it was, but it sure was a good conversation starter  ;D.

PEDRO SANCHEZ wrote on Nov 15^th, 2011 at 6:20pm:

I like it Adam, but it might need a tadbit more detail. Looks like we have been trained by the same Greats, my updated resume includes being part of the Picogroup... Heres an automotive template on Microsoft ;) http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/results.aspx?qu=AUTOMOTIVE+resumes&ex=1&AxInstalled=1&c=0#ai:TC030003366|;

Thanks.

Here is a rough draft, of the first page.

Did you have employment history on a second page?

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Here's a quick edit.  Don't substitute and, for & in a resume  [smiley=2cents.gif] Substitutions make you look lazy.

Try to remember, it's in the details. Glaring omission of details will kill you.  The word, Driveability is not hyphenated  [smiley=atomic.gif]  

I'm not claiming to be MR RESUME, but I know people that hire and we always talk about the details missed. Just like the job.

Adam Sowa 335 E. Palatine Rd, Palatine, IL 60094

847-220-0149

[email protected]

Professional Profile



• Professional automotive technician with twenty five years of progressive experience.

• Increased responsibility with continued training in diagnostics, electrical systems and engine performance.

• Self-motivated and quality oriented with pride of workmanship.

• Enjoys helping others solve problems, as well as, knowing when to ask for advice.



Skills Summary
· Certified with 22 years as an ASE - A8 Master. 15 years of L1 Advanced Engine Performance.

· Consistently maintains knowledge of new industry roll-outs and diagnostic techniques through continued training.

· Extensive experience of driveability, electronic systems and diagnostics. Including OBD emissions failures.

· Thorough knowledge of oscilloscope and emissions analyzer operation and data analysis.

    Although primary duties are aligned with diagnostics, other proficiencies include mechanical assessments and repairs.

· Proficient with factory scan tools: Ford IDS, GM Tech2, Chrysler Wi-tech and DRBIII,

Honda HIM and GNA, Toyota Tech Stream, Snap-on, Autoenginuity and Launch.

· Has thorough experience with Hunter and John Bean alignment systems.

· Professional Memberships: ASE, International Automotive Technicians Network (iATN) and

Autonerdz community forms.

· Reliable, dependable, and a self-motivated employee.

Education



1985 Lincoln Technical Institute, Norridge, IL.

· Automotive/Diesel Service

Continued factory and aftermarket training:

Autotrain

Automotive Training Group (ATG)

AC Delco

CarQuest

drdiesel1 wrote on Nov 16^th, 2011 at 10:11am:

Here's a quick edit.  Don't substitute and, for & in a resume  [smiley=2cents.gif] Substitutions make you look lazy.

True.

Hopefully, [smiley=thumbsup2.gif] some of this will help you.

Good luck with the pavement pounding.

crackerclicker wrote on Nov 15^th, 2011 at 7:30pm:

but it sure was a good conversation starter.

I agree, the Picoboot has sparked alot of convos for me......


Adam Sowa wrote on Nov 16^th, 2011 at 7:05am:

Did you have employment history on a second page?

I believe the history was on the second page. Your rough draft looks alot cleaner. [smiley=thumbup.gif]

PEDRO SANCHEZ wrote on Nov 16^th, 2011 at 6:54pm:

crackerclicker wrote on Nov 15th, 2011 at 7:30pm: but it sure was a good conversation starter.   I agree, the Picoboot has sparked alot of convos for me...... Adam Sowa wrote on Nov 16th, 2011 at 7:05am: Did you have employment history on a second page? I believe the history was on the second page. Your rough draft looks alot cleaner. [smiley=thumbup.gif]

Thanks.

How detailed were you with employment history?

Name of business
address
phone#
timespan employed
supervisor's name

drdiesel1 wrote on Nov 16^th, 2011 at 10:11am:

Here's a quick edit.  Don't substitute and, for & in a resume  [smiley=2cents.gif] Substitutions make you look lazy. Try to remember, it's in the details. Glaring omission of details will kill you.  The word, Driveability is not hyphenated  [smiley=atomic.gif]   I'm not claiming to be MR RESUME, but I know people that hire and we always talk about the details missed. Just like the job.

Is this better?


Tom pointed out a grammar error as well.

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Yep  [smiley=beer.gif] Better.

Resume with employment history. I left out personal refs, being that this is a public forum.

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Adam Sowa wrote on Nov 24^th, 2011 at 8:36am:

Resume with employment history. I left out personal refs, being that this is a public forum.

Reason for leaving last three places of employment?

Spence wrote on Nov 24^th, 2011 at 12:28pm:

Reason for leaving last three places of employment?

isn't that more of an application thing than a resume thing?   :-/

crackerclicker wrote on Nov 24^th, 2011 at 1:53pm:

Spence wrote on Nov 24th, 2011 at 12:28pm: Reason for leaving last three places of employment?             isn't that more of an application thing than a resume thing?   :-/

That is what I was going to say as well.

Adam Sowa wrote on Nov 24^th, 2011 at 4:26pm:

crackerclicker wrote on Nov 24th, 2011 at 1:53pm: Spence wrote on Nov 24th, 2011 at 12:28pm: Reason for leaving last three places of employment?             isn't that more of an application thing than a resume thing?   :-/ That is what I was going to say as well.

Who would you rather have had the first say in it? Your previous employer or you?

Spence wrote on Nov 24^th, 2011 at 5:21pm:

Who would you rather have had the first say in it? Your previous employer or you?

LOL!  that's a wise response  ;).  personally, that wouldn't be a problem, but i can visualize that scenario.

Curios if you ever got a job?

Norberto S. wrote on Aug 19^th, 2012 at 7:12pm:

Curios if you ever got a job?

Well yes and no.

Have had a few jobs since I posted; none that have panned out for various reasons.

The current place I am at is going okay so far, as time will tell.