PREPARING A RESUME

A resume is usually a one-page description of your skills, talents,

and education. It is used by prospective employers to help narrow
the field of applicants for a job or position. The number one purpose
of a resume is to obtain a job interview. A good resume should
include the following items:
Personal Information
_ Full given name (avoid nicknames)
_ Mailing address (do not use a post office [PO] box)
_ Telephone and/or cell phone number
_ E-mail address
_ Avoid using dates which could indicate your age

Educational Information
_ Highest education level achieved
_ Major, if in a college or in a training program
Experience and Skills
_ Work or volunteer experience that may be helpful or useful
to an employer. For example, if you took a course in welding,
this may be useful to a shop owner who is looking for a service
technician who could do welding, even though this fact
was not included in the job posting.
_ A valid driver’s license is a must for most professional service
technicians.
_ A good driving records. Often the shop insurance company will
not allow a shop owner to hire a technician with a poor driving
record.

REFERENCES A reference is someone who is willing to tell a

possible employer about you, including your skills and talents, as
well as your truthfulness and work habits.
Most employers would like to see someone who is familiar
with you and your family, such as a priest, minister, or elder in your
church. Some teachers or coaches also can be asked to be a reference.
Always ask the person for approval before including the person
on your list of references. Ask the reference to supply you with
a written recommendation. Some references prefer to simply fill out
a reference questionnaire sent by many companies. If a reference
sends you a written recommendation, have copies made so they can
be included with your resume.