New Jersey Autocare Specialist Named NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year
ATLANTA, Jan. 10, 2005 -- NAPA AUTO PARTS and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Jeff Walker the 2005 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year. Presented annually by NAPA AUTO PARTS and ASE, the award is given to a technician that exemplifies excellence and achievement in the industry. This winner is selected by a panel that includes former winners, automotive trade media and ASE Headquarters.
Walker, owner of Walker's Automotive Services in Pleasantville, New Jersey, has 32 years experience. He began pumping gas in 1972 at age 16 and then realized a lifelong dream of owning a repair business in 1994. Walker first leased two bays at a gas station before opening his own 6,000 square- foot, eight-bay facility less than two years later.
"This award is something I've aspired to during my career and winning it means I've begun reaching some of the goals I set for myself," said Walker, who is a recertified Master ASE technician with L1 and L2 Certification. He is also a Master Medium/Heavy Truck technician, Master Collision Repair/Refinish technician, Master Engine Machinist and a Certified Collision Repair Estimator.
In fact, Walker is certified in 28 ASE categories, ranking him among the elite of all technicians with ASE credentials. Walker's resume' includes extensive training and continuing education that add to his credentials and build his body of knowledge. His commitment to training extends to the staff at Walker Automotive, who Walker is cultivating as the next generation of superior technicians.
"The Technician of the Year award is the benchmark of excellence to which all technicians aspire," said Bob Susor, NAPA president. "Jeff is committed to the auto repair industry, to maintaining its professionalism and to superior customer service. We are proud to count Jeff among NAPA's automotive repair professionals."
Walker Automotive Services is known for its customer service and customer loyalty - a tone Walker set by following the simple axiom of treating others as he wishes to be treated. "I remind my technicians that customers are the reason for our work," said Walker. "And my customers know that we are going to be here today, tomorrow and for the long term. That offers a sense of security and builds trust in the service we provide."
The Quaker City Motor Parts Cherry Hill Distribution Center and the NAPA AUTO PARTS Store, J.C. Miller Company have been supplying Walker Automotive for years. Walker has been Cherry Hill's ASE Technician of the Year winner six times prior to earning the national award.
About ASE
ASE is a 30-year-old not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians. The organization also communicates its message to consumers, the news media and other publics to promote informed decision making when seeking automotive repairs.
About NAPA AUTO PARTS
NAPA AUTO PARTS maintains the world's largest inventory of aftermarket parts, accessories, tools and equipment offered through 6,000 NAPA AUTO PARTS Stores and more than 13,000 NAPA AutoCare Centers nationwide. http://www.napaautoparts.com/
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