Sam Campbell, a mechanic at the Big O Tires store on Glenstone Avenue in Springfield, Missouri, has been named the 2021 Big O Tires ASE Technician of the Year. Mechanics with at least three certifications from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) were eligible for the award that was voted on by a panel of representatives from the Big O Tires corporate office.
Campbell holds nine ASE certifications, far surpassing the award requirements and Big O Tires expectations. With his nine certifications, Sam is listed as a Master Certified Technician under the ASE certification guidelines.
“I grew up in the automotive business and believe it’s important to continue to challenge yourself,” Campbell says. “These certifications have helped me prove my work reaches the caliber I expect of myself and ensures my customers are receiving high-quality work on their vehicles.”
Besides the prestige and recognition of the award, Campbell will receive a trip for himself and a companion to the ASE Technician of the Year Awards banquet in Scottsdale, Arizona, and a $1,000 cash prize.
Campbell was nominated for the award by Southwest Territory Manager Mel Atteberry.
“I nominated Sam because of his hard work and tremendous dedication to Big O Tires,” Atteberry says. “He has been with us for nine years and through many changes. Sam took it upon himself to become an ASE-certified master mechanic and holds many more certifications than we require. On top of that, he’s involved in the local community and a great representative for our store.”