Thomas McLain
Bartlett,IL
Summary
Efficient and experienced security professional with 31 years of experience in various roles, including driving instructor, automotive instructor, and security guard. Skilled in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and automotive repair. Possesses a strong background in driving and transportation, with certifications in CDL and Ase Certified.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Security
Andy Fran Security
Bartlett, US
01.2021 - Current
- Work security at the Now Center Security for different public events
- Front Desk Security school district 94 Carol Stream Illinois
Street rod and drag car builder
Self-employed
Bartlett, US
03.2011 - Current
- I build design street rods and drag cars
- I also sell High Performance street rod drag racing parts and the internet example eBay
Automotive and diesel instructor
Elgin High School
Elgin, US
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized various instructional strategies, such as cooperative learning, hands-on activities, and technology integration, to enhance student engagement and comprehension
Driver
Clare Oaks
Bartlett, US
01.2010 - 01.2011
- I am responsible for transporting the elderly with a 27 passenger bus and/or disable customers to SAMC services
- I am able to operate a wheelchair accessible vehicle/van and provide quality customer service in a timely, efficient and safe manner for appointments to and from various appointments
Driver Trainer / Safety Manager
MV Transportation
Niles, US
03.2009 - 01.2011
- Safety Manager for 130 Drivers had a contract with Pase Bus
- Monitored daily driving that they drove with in Company standards as well as with the Illinois Rules of the road
- Did new driver classroom and behind the wheel training
- Followed up with Driver Accident Training and investigated the cause
- Did driver accident retraining or if it was he or she third driving violation handled termination procedures
- Would also make sure drivers were drug tested to DOT Prodacal procedures as well as Legal Dot qualifications
Driving Instructor
Greenlight Driving School
Bartlett, US
03.2009 - 03.2010
- I previously worked at 3 driving schools starting out at top driver after that I taught at Greenlight Driving School and after that I taught at Joyce's driving throw hours and situation did not work out for me at that time but I'm now available
Automotive instructor
Universal Technical Institute
Glendale Heights, US
01.1993 - 01.2009
- Designed, prepared and delivered courses in Automotive / Truck technology in a classroom and lab setting to as many as 30 students per session
- Current training to repair today's automobiles and trucks with an emphasis on how to run a service shop and how to interact with customers selling jobs and recommending extra preventive maintenance options
- Train students in service shop operation as a service writer and service manager
- Developed and prepared instructional lesson plans with a focus on theory, technical procedures, industry standards, and physical hands-on training
- Worked in close collaboration with the Student Development Administration to retain students and improve both the quality and quantity of the school's graduates
Dispatcher Professional truck driver
Always Air Freight RC freightways
01.1978 - 01.1993
- Made pickup and deliveries throughout Chicagoland suburbs Wisconsin Indiana Iowa LTL as well as tailgate delivery
Education
Associate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Norridge, IL09.1992
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Automotive and diesel instructor
Elgin High School
04.2024 - 01.2025
Security
Andy Fran Security
01.2021 - Current
Street rod and drag car builder
Self-employed
03.2011 - Current
Driver
Clare Oaks
01.2010 - 01.2011
Driver Trainer / Safety Manager
MV Transportation
03.2009 - 01.2011
Driving Instructor
Greenlight Driving School
03.2009 - 03.2010
Automotive instructor
Universal Technical Institute
01.1993 - 01.2009
Dispatcher Professional truck driver
Always Air Freight RC freightways
01.1978 - 01.1993
Associate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute