John R.

Vonderwerth
741 Soules Rd
Afton, MI 49705
Cell 231-758-0070
vonderj@ferris.edu

November 30, 2014

Dear Careers Manager:
Hi, I am Jack Vonderwerth and I am interested in a dynamometer Internship at your company. Im really interested in this
because Ive always had a passion for engines. I have a wide range of experience and education I can offer your company
even being an intern, from my current degree in Automotive Engineering Technology to previous experience working on
various vehicles and engines.
I will be graduating in May 2016 with a bachelors degree in Automotive Engineering Technology from Ferris State
University. Even though I havent completed my degree yet I have learned so much about vehicles and how they operate.
My time working as a technician for BFD Power for the past 4 years has allowed me to gain experience with a large variety
of vehicles and equipment. Part of my job while I was there was to go out and fix breakdowns on the road quickly and
efficiently. This forced me to think on my feet while I was out on the job which in turn helps you should a problem arise.
Being part of the workforce with BFD Power has definitely broadened my skills not only as being a part of a team, but also
when working independently out in the field. When out on the job I would have to communicate with drivers of the vehicles
to determine what was wrong or might be going wrong with their vehicles. Ive learned that every one of the drivers has a
different way of describing the symptoms of what their vehicle is doing. BFD Power has 30+ trucks and thats a
combination of communicating in person, on the phone, and via text to figure out which vehicles need what. Its safe to say
that I do have some strong communications skills that will be put to good use at your company.
Thank you for considering me as a candidate for the position and Id love to schedule an Interview to kick start the process
of becoming a part of your workforce. I am available between the hours of 2:30pm and 5pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday,
and also available from 9:00pm to 11:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You can feel free to call my cell phone at (231) 758
0070 or email me anytime at vonderj@ferris.edu.

Sincerely,

Jack Vonderwerth

John R. Vonderwerth
741 Soules Rd
Afton, MI 49705
Cell 231-758-0070
vonderj@ferris.edu

Education:
Ferris State University
August 2012 - Present
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering Technology
Honors Program
Dynamometer Analysis
Graduation May 2016
Auto Electricity Electronics
Engine Air Flow Analysis
Automotive Engines
GPA 3.95 out of 4.0
Chassis Electrical Electronics
Product Design Certificate
Deans List 2012-13 and 2013-14
Manual Transmissions and Drivelines
Electronic Fuel Mgmt. Systems

Achievements:

Placed Third at the State Level M.I.T.E.S. Quick Service Auto Shop Competition.
FIRST robotics team, Pit Advisor 2011; co-captain, mechanical advisor, and driver 2012
Ferris State University outstanding student 2012/2013 in Automotive Service Technology
Inland Lakes High School class salutatorian

Certifications:

Class A commercial drivers license with air brake endorsement

Certified in performing die-electric tests on power-line equipment.

Michigan state certifications

Engine Performance
Engine Repair
Manual Trans and Drive Axles

Front End Steering and Suspension

Electrical
Brakes and Braking Systems

Employment
BFD Power (Indian River, MI)
January 2010- Present
Head shop technician
Repair power line construction trucks
Rebuild engines(gas & diesel)
Ferris State University (Big Rapids, MI)
March 2014 Present

Repair basic hydraulic systems

Perform die-electric tests on aerial devices
Weld and fabricate various items

Student tutor for engines and fuel & emissions

control systems

Skills:

Learn quickly and efficiently

Able to visualize job tasks
Skilled with mechanical systems
Lots of engine experience
Basic hydraulic system diagnosis

References:
Available upon request.

Diagnosis of various systems

Mechanically minded
Mathematically inclined
Determined
Patient with intricate items

John R. Vonderwerth
741 Soules Rd
Afton, MI 49705
Cell 231-758-0070
vonderj@ferris.edu

Education:
Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Automotive Engineering Technology
Deans List 2012-13 and 2013-14
Automotive Brakes Systems
Graduation May 2016
Auto Electricity Electronics
Honors Program
Automotive Engines
GPA 3.95 out of 4.0
Chassis Electrical Electronics
Manual Transmissions and Drivelines
Electronic Fuel Mgmt. Systems

Career Related Experience:

Student Tutor for Engines and Fuel & Emissions Control Systems Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI (March-May 2014)
Head Shop Technician For BFD Power Indian River, MI (January 2010- Present)
Welded various items
Repaired basic hydraulic systems
Repaired power line construction
Fixed various electrical problems
Trucks
Performed die-electric tests on aerial devices
Rebuilt engines(gas & diesel)

Automotive Center Cheboygan, MI (September 2010- June 2012)

Worked on and repaired various vehicles that came into the shop

FIRST Robotics Team (October 2010- June 2012)

Built robots from The ground up
Drove the robot during competitions

Vehicle Skills:

Drive Class A Commercial Vehicles With Air Brakes

Michigan State Certifications

Engine Performance
Engine Repair
Manual Trans and Drive Axles

Front End Steering and Suspension

Electrical
Brakes and Braking Systems

Skills/Interests:

Learn Quickly and Efficiently

Visualize Various Job Tasks
Mathematically Inclined
Ferris State Outdoor Club
Understanding How Components
Work

Available Upon Request

References:

Hunting
Dirt Bike Riding
Camping
Snowmobiling
Fishing

John R. Vonderwerth
741 Soules Rd
Afton, MI 49705
Cell 231-758-0070
vonderj@ferris.edu

References:
Francis DuBois, Owner
BFD Power Services
741 Soules Rd.
Afton, MI 49705
(989) 239-6893
Erin DuBois, Owner
BFD Power Services
3291 Pancheck Dr.
Indian River, MI 49749
(231) 238-0860
Rexford Billings, Professor
Ferris State University
708 Campus Drive Rm 101
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 591-2356
billingr@ferris.edu