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James A. Evans
344 W Holland Ave #D
Clovis, CA. 93612

October 31, 2007

RE: Employment

Attention: Human Resources

Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my application for employment in the central California area.

My resume reflects my extensive experience in sales, computer literacy and the service industry. I have extensive training in installation, sales and service of all types of equipment. My ability to quickly develop new skills will be very beneficial to your company and it clients. I have over 15 years experience in servicing farming and industrial businesses in Central California. My experience as a technician in the industry will add the skills required for this position.  Most recently I have designed and hosted my own website serving the community with advertising and articles using Macromedia Dreamweaver and various HTML editors. I also install and maintain private networks for a small client base. I am currently continuing my education at the Fresno-based Cisco Networking Academy with completed courses for CCNA and Network Security. My continued education in Graphic Arts and Web Design will be a valuable asset to your team. I bring to you enthusiasm and experience as well as outstanding leadership and service.

Should you wish to contact me to arrange an interview; I can be reached at 559.348.1444.

Sincerely,

James A. Evans

James A. Evans

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging position where I can provide quality leadership and service. I will provide your team with the very best skills required for success, and ensure positive customer satisfaction.

• Sales motivated with the ability to talk to a customer about a problem, sell them the solution, and then install and train the hardware and software.
• Strong user-customer support skills, and the proven ability to operate with flexibility and to work comfortably within a dynamic environment.
• Skilled in working across all organizational layers and disciplines
• Computer aptitude includes Windows 98/2000/XP, UNIX, MS Office Professional programs.
• Outstanding mechanical, electrical and computer skills; including installation, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Familiar with industrial safety procedures and standards.
• Ability to quickly develop new skills efficiently with a strong desire to succeed.
• Technical expertise, communication skills, and integrity and the ability set customers at ease and provide them with the best solution that fits their needs.

09/05-Present      Self Employment                                      Fresno, CA.

•                 Jakes Web Design (www.jake62.net) , ( www.jake62.com)& FireUS (www.fireus.net)

Maintain & Manage an e-commerce website www.realhiddentreasures.net offering a wide variety of products for all ages. Design and host my own website, www.jake62.com serving the 4 Wheel Drive community. Add and remove advertising from the website as needed. Make changes and update the web site as needed.  Research new developments in the web industry. Manage a small business, designing websites for various private and public view. (Please visit www.jake62.net for these creations)   Perform other duties as required.
 
04/04-05/05         Fleet Technician                                      Fresno, CA.
                 PEPSI BOTTLING GROUP
Repair and maintain forklift fleet. Job duties included welding, fabrication, and implementation of new ideas for fleet services. Commercial vehicle repair and road calls on a daily basis.

04/02-01/04         Field Service Technician                                     Fresno, CA.

                 PATTERSON DENTAL SUPPLY, INC. / SULLIVAN SCHEIN DENTAL                
Installed, maintained and repaired dental equipment.  Implemented preventive maintenance program for all dental offices in the territory.  Performed pre-install checks, working closely with contractors. Troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance cabling for Camera and Video equipment as well as computer networks. Repaired and recalibrated existing dental equipment, including x-ray, compressor/vacuum, delivery systems, lights and chairs.                           
03/99-04/02         Field Technician                                      Fresno, CA.

Provided field repairs on all types of heavy equipment for outside service calls as well as shop repairs when needed. Specialized in hydraulic systems.

03/97 -12/98        Technical Service Advisor                                  Fresno, CA.
                 THE VENDO COMPANY
Provided mechanical, electrical and technical support to customers with Vendo equipment, primarily via phone contact; support internal customers with technical information; facilitated flow of technical information between the field and internal departments via technical reports and presentations; provided in-house technical training; assisted with product development and technical writing

02/93 - 04/96       Inside Sales Representative                                Fresno, CA.

Answered busy telephones; recorded and expedited customer orders using UNIX and MS  Windows; answered questions and solved problems; troubleshooting of hydraulic problems over the phone and at the counter; fabricate hose assemblies; determined and placed sizable stock orders for company and large customer accounts; and designed specialty hydraulic system applications.

Education

Coursework at the Cisco Academy at Fresno City College (CCNA and Cisco Network Security)

San Joaquin Delta College: Major in Psychology and Sociology (1978-1980).

CDF Firefighter and crew leader for 2 years (1980-1982). This would include training other firefighters in Fire Science and safety.

Phillips Jr. College: Coursework toward Associates Degree in Electronics (1992-1993).

Certification in Hydraulic Principles (1995)

Madera Community College: Microsoft Front Page, System Building.

Training course with Instrumentarium Imaging Inc. for X-Ray principles and repair.

Member California State Honor Society (Alpha Gamma Sigma "AGS")

Community Involvement

US Forest Service OHV Host Volunteer

4X4HIM Christian Wheelers Committee chair for Valley Teen Ranch activities

References and salary history available upon request.