Ian Botsford
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Summary
Dynamic BMW Instructor and Technical Team Lead at Universal Technical Institute Inc, leveraging 26 years of brand specialization to enhance student engagement and academic instruction. Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnostics, I foster collaboration and promote best practices, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment while mentoring new technicians.
Willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BMW Instructor/ Technical Team Lead
Universal Technical Institute Inc
12.2005 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Maintaining all BMW training aids and shop equipment and diagnostic tools
BMW Motorrad Technician
Victory BMW
01.1999 - 12.2005
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on all motorcycles.
- Performed all service and maintenance jobs on all models.
- performed forman task for any other technicians and quality control and training of new techs entering the shop.
- Performed walk around at customer delivery as well
as dialog with customers about motorcycle troubleshoots.
Education
Motorcycle Repair And Service
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute
Phoenix, AZ10-1998
Skills
- Academic advisement
- Attendance monitoring
- Learning skills development
- Academic instruction
- Education assessments
- Detailed instruction
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- BMW motorcycle technician with 26 years of brand specialization
Certification
- BMW Certified Technician, Victiory BMW - 1999-2005 allowed to keep certification by BMW as a contracted STEP instructor
- Certified educator by the ACCSC Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Timeline
BMW Instructor/ Technical Team Lead
Universal Technical Institute Inc
12.2005 - Current
BMW Motorrad Technician
Victory BMW
01.1999 - 12.2005
Motorcycle Repair And Service
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute