Gerald Ott, Jr.
Franklin, Ohio 45505
Cell: 937-***-****
Email: ********@*****.***
Qualifications
Completed two years business management courses at DeVry University to enhance my abilities and skills in the following areas of:
Human Relation/People Skills
Trouble shooting/Needs Analysis
Hands on/ Coaching
Interpretation/Assessment
Evaluation/Investigation
Creative Problem Solving
Risk Management/Prevention
Accuracy/Precision
Writing/Communication Skills
Education
COMPLETION and CERTIFICATION of TRAINING
Liberal Arts Courses-University of Hawaii
Graduate U.S. Army Primary and Advanced Leadership Course
Graduate U.S. Army Logistics Course
Graduate U.S. Army Instructor Course
Hydraulic troubleshooting and repair, U.S. Army
Certified Cummins Mid-Range and Heavy Duty Engines:
6B, 6C, ISB, ISC, ISL, Ism and N14 Factory Trained and Certified
Spartan Certifications in chassis level III and technical hands-on, air brakes
ABS brake systems, steering, air ride and hydraulic suspension
Other Certification from Onan Corp., Reyco Industries, CMS/CDS Virtual College available on request
Ohio School Bus Mechanics Association Certificate of Achievement
Employment
Head Bus Technician, Franklin City Schools 2008-Present
Maintain 28 school buses, trouble shoot, perform repairs
Order parts and maintain parts inventory
Keep maintenance up to date
Calculate expenses and monthly reports
Prepare school buses for annual state inspections, having passed three annual inspections
Plan with the Supervisor of Transportation, Business Manager and Superintendent on new bus purchases and old bus replacement
Class B license with S and P endorsements.
Knowledge of: Board policies and procedures; department policies and procedures; Ohio School Bus Inspection Manual; techniques, methods, tools and equipment used in bus and body repair; safety practices and procedures; inventory control; motor garage safety rules and procedures; reference books and chart; public relations
Auto body repair technician, US Xpress 2007-2008
Rebuilding and reconstruction of metal, fiberglass and plastic
Parts and section repair to semi-tractors due to accident damage
Prime and paint repaired section
Paint new parts and entire truck when needed
Diesel Technician, Cummins Bridgeway 1996-2006
Trouble shoot/Diagnose and assess repairs
Complete warranty and policy procedures
Perform preventative maintenance on Medium/Heavy equipment
Hydraulic and Suspension trouble shooting and repair
Steering, air brakes, air ride repairs
Mig and Stig welding
Constant positive work ethic
Owner of B & S Auto Detailing 2000-Present
Detailing inside and out of cars, trucks and vans
Body repair, spot painting and paint refurbishing
Body panel replacement and welding
Sergeant First Class E7, Motor Sergeant/First Sergeant, U.S. Army Retired 1975-1996
Supervised and Trained 100 plus soldiers
Responsible for safety and security of multi-million dollar complex
Streamlined procedures for increased productivity
Developed test equipment for transmission and differentials
Oversaw quality control program
Maintained operating budget
All aspects of vehicle maintained and body repair