Experience: 18 years as a Volkswagen technician. 7 years at CRTC. 
Education/Credentials: Ohio Technical College, ASE Master Technician
Other Interests: Fishing, Hunting, Skiing, Hiking, Camping, snowmobiling

Scott Mayotte
​Instructor

automotive Technology

Experience:24 years in education: 16 at CRTC, 9 at Manchester Community College: 35 years auto repair, owner/manager of shop: 2 years dealership tech: 6 years aircraft tech, including 4 years military, helicopter tech crew chief in Vietnam
Education/Credentials: ASE Certified Master Technician, L1 Certification; Federal Aviation Mechanics License, Spartan School of Aeronautics 
​Other Interests:family auto repair business, baseball

phil bill
customer driven
​experience specialist

Jesse Gregoire
​Instructor

Experience: 9 Years in the automotive industry including 4 years as a technician in an independent shop, 4 years in a dealership, and  1 year as automobile insurance claims adjuster.  6 years in the United States Army Reserve as a wheeled vehicle mechanic.​ 
Education/Credentials: Associate's Degree in Automotive Technology from Manchester Community College, ASE Certified Technician, 
NH Master Electrician
Other Interests: Spending time with family, camping, skiing/snowboarding, and motorcycles.
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STUDENTS LEARN>>
​Brakes, Electrical Systems, Engine Performance & Repair Exhaust Systems, Front End Alignment, Preventive Maintenance, Steering & Suspension Systems, Use of Computerized Diagnostic Testing Equipment  

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES>>
Automotive Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Independent Shop Owner, Parts Technician/ Manager, Service Manager, Service Writer

COLLEGE ALIGNMENT>>
MCC: Auto 111 Introduction to Automotive Service*
​LRCC: LAUT1211 Automotive Systems 1

CERTIFICATIONS>>
ASE Student Certifications (numerous), Snap-On Solus Pro Scan Tool Certification, Snap-On 504 Electrical Meter Certification, SP2 - Mechanical Safety, SP2 - Pollution Prevention,  Valvoline Motor Oil Certification

RECENT DATA:
50% of our 2014/15 juniors passed ASE Engine Repair and ASE Maintenance and Light Repair certificates.

​12 of our 2014/15 seniors were Solus Scan Tool certified by Snap On.

Students enrolled in 14 dual enrollment courses 2014/2015.
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PARALLEL EXPECTATIONS>>
SUGGESTED PREREQUISITE COURSES: Algebra, Geometry
SUGGESTED SIMULTANEOUS COURSES: Physics, Technical Writing
HIGH VALUE SOFT SKILLS & ABILITIES: Effective Collaborator, Team Player, Strong Work Ethic, Strength/ Stamina, Flexibility, Fine motor skills

In our NATEF certified program you will:
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  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain live vehicles using the same high end repair equipment found in the finest shops including Hunter alignment racks, tire changers & wheel balancers and lifts; Ammco brake lathes; and Snap-On & OTC scan tools.
  • Develop skills that perfectly align to post-secondary and, ultimately, industry through our NATEF (ASE) approved curriculum.
  • Engage in an extensive eight week internship working alongside professional “A” Techs with possibility of immediate job placement.
  • Enroll with proven confidence in top post-secondary schools in the region including Toyota, GM, Chrysler, Honda and Caterpillar Manufacturer.

​Email: jsmith@sau8.org

​Email: pbill@sau8.org

Jason Smith
​customer driven
​experience specialist

​Email: jgregorire@sau8.org

Experience: 37 years as an Automotive Technician.  Served as a vehicle mechanic in the Marine Corps; operated his own repair shop for 25 years; experience as a commercial pilot and flight instructor.
Education/Credentials:  
​Other Interests: Flying and travelling with wife, ATV riding, kayaking, hiking.

Email: smayotte@sau8.org