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Jorge Montiel Aguilar
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Jorge Montiel Aguilar
I used to work for a company that did work for Snap-on. Their facility burned down. They rebuilt and expanded and during that change, I was laid off. After speaking to a truck driver from that company, he told me that Snap-on Milwaukee was hiring. The next day, I went there, I didn’t fill it out online, I just walked in and talked to someone about a job. My favorite thing to do is get out work that needs to get out. For example, when something is “hot”, for me, I like to get those jobs out first. It brings me a different kind of joy to take out the work. I like the recognition, for me, it’s a big part, so when someone appreciates your doing a good job, that means a lot. I consider heat treat to be the backbone of the company. If the heat treat isn’t running, there is nothing to send to the customer. A lot of people can’t handle the heat, especially in the summer. A lot of things can go wrong. You always have to be careful, one mistake can cause a big problem. What would I tell to someone getting into the career? For anyone who would like to get into heat treatment, just try it! You have nothing to lose, and you’re going to learn something not a lot of people know how to do. I’ve brought 6 people into this field, family and friends.
Heat Treat Machine Operator at Snap-on
Milwaukee, WI
Aubrey Clutter
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I used to work for a company that did work for Snap-on. Their facility burned down. They rebuilt and expanded and during that change, I was laid off. After speaking to a truck driver from that company, he told me that Snap-on Milwaukee was hiring. The next day, I went there, I didn’t fill it out online, I just walked in and talked to someone about a job. My favorite thing to do is get out work that needs to get out. For example, when something is “hot”, for me, I like to get those jobs out first. It brings me a different kind of joy to take out the work. I like the recognition, for me, it’s a big part, so when someone appreciates your doing a good job, that means a lot. I consider heat treat to be the backbone of the company. If the heat treat isn’t running, there is nothing to send to the customer. A lot of people can’t handle the heat, especially in the summer. A lot of things can go wrong. You always have to be careful, one mistake can cause a big problem. What would I tell to someone getting into the career? For anyone who would like to get into heat treatment, just try it! You have nothing to lose, and you’re going to learn something not a lot of people know how to do. I’ve brought 6 people into this field, family and friends.
Aubrey Clutter
Aviation Student at WSU Tech
Wichita, Kansas
ASE was formed in 1972 to provide a benchmark for technical knowledge in the transportation industry, and industry-wide standards through testing and certification. Over the past 53 years, ASE has worked diligently to maintain and improve these standards, and provide up-to-date testing, and continuing education methods that accurately measure professionals' technical abilities against industry developed standards. With over 200,000 active certified professionals, ASE is proud to provide the gold standard of exemplary service in the transportation industry.
ASE and Snap-on are key players in the automotive service industry with complementary roles. ASE sets the standards for technician competency through certification. Snap-on provides tools and equipment that enable technicians to meet those standards. Snap-on actively supports ASE through sponsorships, educational resources, and programs aimed at fostering a skilled and professional workforce.
The relationship between Snap-on and ASE benefits the industry as a whole by promoting quality service and recognizing skilled technicians.
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Through ASE, technicians, shop owners, dealers, parts makers, manufacturers of tools and equipment, service information providers and vehicle manufacturers all come together with one aim – elevate our profession and the results we all deliver to the motoring public.
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Group Vice President, Quality
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ASE CERTIFIED TECHS
To become ASE certified, you must pass an ASE test and have relevant hands-on work experience.
You may claim experience in one or more of the following areas:
Take a look at some of our ASE Certified Makers and Fixers below!
Auto Repair Technician
Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
Collision Repair & Refinish Technician
Service Consultant
Parts Specialist
sergio soriano
tim cain
Jack Dody
Marc Bergeron
2025 Ase board chairman
vice President, napa auto Care
Jason Rainey
For over five decades, ASE has played a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of service and repair within the transportation industry through its rigorous testing and certification programs. ASE certification allows professional technicians to validate their skills and expertise against industry-defined standards, spanning automotive, truck/heavy equipment and collision repair specialties.
Group Vice President, Quality
Toyota Motor North America
Tom Trisdale
Through ASE, technicians, shop owners, dealers, parts makers, manufacturers of tools and equipment, service information providers and vehicle manufacturers all come together with one aim – elevate our profession and the results we all deliver to the motoring public.
To become ASE certified, you must pass an ASE test and have relevant hands-on work experience.
You may claim experience in one or more of the following areas:
Take a look at some of our ASE Certified Makers and Fixers below!
Advanced Engine Performance Specialist
Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist
Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist
Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Technician