SAM H.TURNER

***** * **** ** *********: 269-***-****

Battle Creek, Michigan 49014 Cellular: 248-***-****

Email: q8auoz@r.postjobfree.com

October 7, 2012

Mason Manufacturing Company

Mason, Michigan

Mason Manufacturing Company

After reviewing your information for Instructor Trainer, I am interested in pursuing the position as outlined. My background, skills and goals match those outlined in the position information.

I have instructed at the High School level, Junior College level and as a Corporate Trainer. Having a Bachelor and Master’s degree in occupational education I am confident that my education and skills match your requirements for the position. I have developed and constructed programs for classroom training and web site training as well. I have instructed sales training at the corporate level at both the district manager level and at the manufacturer level. I have been directly connected to technical service at two major truck component manufactures. My contact with truck dealerships also is a benefit to my knowledge for instruction and development.

Please review my resume and allow me the opportunity to be a candidate for Instructor Trainer. I am available to provide any additional information or for a meeting at your request. Thank you for your time and consideration of my submitted information.

Sincerely,

Sam H. Turner

Resume

SAM H.TURNER

13175 6 Mile Rd Residence: 269-***-****

Battle Creek, Michigan 49014 Cellular: 248-***-****

Email: q8auoz@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

A professional technical trainer with experience conducting technical training classes at colleges, corporate training locations, heavy duty truck dealerships, and instructor train-the-trainer classes. Knowledge to manage technical training, develop training courses, on-line training media, and training schedules for delivery and publication. Well accomplished communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to effectively deliver technical training. Work independently to complete assignments on a timely schedule. Mechinical backgound and experience in repairing and maintaining light and heavy equipment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CARQUEST Corporation, Raleigh, NC 2010 to Present

Major Auto and Heavy Duty Parts Supplier

Contract Trainer for CTI ( CARQUEST Technical Institute)

Preform Heavy Duty Air Brake training at CARQUEST locations per requests. The classes

include air brake inspection, component identification, operation, service and repair. These

classes are hands on and web based teleconference classes providing CEU credits to the students for CTI and ASE certification.

MARSHALL COUNTRY CLUB, Marshall, Michigan 2008-2010 Country Club and Golf Course

Equipment Maintenance and Repair Manager (2008-2010)

Maintained and repair golf course equipment as required. Preformed peridoc maintnance on

equipment as required by manufacturer and course superintendent. Repaired and maintained

course golf carts as well as member carts. Maintained and repaired club house ae required.

ARVINMERITOR, Troy, Michigan 1997-2007

Commercial Vehicle Systems

Premier tier one automotive component supplier to the global market.

Training Manager / Senior Technical Training Specialists (1999-2007)

Administered technical training efforts for ArvinMeritor field operations, district managers, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) personnel, dealer trainers, and dealer technicians. Managed new product introductions while simultaneously maintaining current product knowledge. Provided technical support to colleges and technical schools, attended and contributed to organizations that support technical training such as, SkillsUSA/VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America), ASE (Automotive Service Excellence), and TMC (Technology Maintenance Counsel).

• Provided instructor lead technical training to 40 district managers throughout the United States and Canada

• Developed training courses for 3 vocational product areas containing 28 technical courses

• Developed and implemented on-line training courses for the Internet and LMS (Learning Management System) usage

Technical Support Manager (1997-1999)

Designed and developed product training courses as required for new product release. Developed and facilitated, Meritor’s (ArvinMeritor) Train-the-Trainer program for OEM trainers, new employees and educational instructors. Participated in product warranty reviews, supplied video productions and provided technical support to district managers.

EATON CORPORATION, Kalamazoo, Michigan 1981-1997

Manufacturer of complete commercial vehicle drivetrain products.

Quality Assurance Manager, Greenfield, Indiana (1996-1997)

Managed the processes connected to or associated with QS-9000. Addressed OEM concerns regarding product received and revised processes, which may have been deficient.

Regional Training Manager, Kalamazoo, Michigan (1995-1996)

Performed technical training as requested.

Product Training Manager, Roadranger Training Institute, Kalamazoo, Michigan (1993-1995)Conducted technical training classes for technicians and instructors.

Supervisor of Training and Publications, Galesburg, Michigan (1988-1993)

Managed the publication of service manuals and literature and conducted training.

Warranty Representative, Galesburg, Michigan (1986-1988)

Parts Account Manager, Galesburg, Michigan (1985-1986)

Engineering Research Technician & Machinist, Galesburg, Michigan (1981-1985)

EDUCATION

MA, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI Vocational Education 1986

BS, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL Occupational Education 1976

AS, ITT Technical Institute, Indianapolis, IN Architectural Engineering Tech. 1971

MEMBERSHIPS / AFFILIATIONS

National SkillsUSA Diesel Committee Chairman 2007 & 2008

National SkillsUSA Diesel Committee Co- Chair 2005 & 2006

SkillsUSA National Management Team Member 1998 -2004-Present

National VICA (SkillsUSA) Diesel Committee Chairman 1997 & 1998

Ferris State University Advisory Committee Member Till 2007

SAE International Member Present

National SkillsUSA Diesel Committee Member 1986 - Present

ATA SuperTech Competition Committee Member Present

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