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#24  Why are math and science important for your future?

To master technology.
To use in every day life.
To improve your problem solving skills.
All of the above.

"Every day, I know I'm helping people."

Scott I.

Mechanic

Woodbrook Exxon

  • What I Do
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mechanicsI am an auto mechanic at Woodbrook Exxon.

I'm the manager of the shop.

Every day, I deal with customers, do basic work, and help the technicians with hands-on work with steering, suspension and breaks.

Activities/interests:  Baseball ,  Football ,  Wrestling

People With This Job:

People In This Industry:  Angie A.Bruk B.Christine B.John B.Lisa B.Melissa B.Anthony B.Mary Ellen B.Jason C.Ricardo D.Nicole D.Dave E.Torin E.Jeremy F.Duff G.Damion H.Tamara H.Nicole H.Rex L.Erika M.Luci M.Ovie M.Bill M.Ronald N.Adam O.Kennie R.Margaret R.Kevin S.Andy S.Jackie S.Donna W.Greg W.Gabe Z.

Favorite Subjects/Classes:  Math

Tell us about your job

How did you get your job?
Lincoln Tech placed me in my first job with Firestone. Then the owner of this shop found me, and he hired me here.

What are the best and worst parts of your job?

The best part of the job is helping people and getting them back on the road. The worst part of the job is telling people what the repairs are going to cost.

What perks or other tangible benefits do you get?
Knowing how to fix my own car, idenitying problems and keep it up. The biggest perk is knowledge.

What [school] subjects do you use at work?
I use math and I also use English to communicate with customers.

If you weren’t in your current profession, what would you be?
I'd be a cop; there are a number of cops in my family.

What do you do in your free time?
I spend time with my wife and kids.
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