Brad Jenks

Brad Jenks

Brad Jenks

Brad Jenks

Automotive Instructor

530-892-3070
jenksbr@tamilfolksongs.com

Hello, my name is Brad Jenks, and I am proud to be here at Butte College, serving and supporting students. My automotive background started when I found my passion for off-roading in a 72 Toyota Landcruiser. Parts break and need to be fixed. Since then, I have experience working for dealerships and independents, where I learned both the front and back end of the automotive business. In 2010, my wife Julie and I set out to start our shop, NorCal Quality Automotive. Together, we grew the business and focused on achieving a class-act reputation. Things were good. In 2018, the Camp Fire took the shop from us, and I decided to share my unique journey with the next generation of technicians.

Drive Safe,

Bradley R. Jenks II

Area of Instruction:

Auto 8/9 - Engines

Auto 22/23 - HVAC

Auto 60 - Hybrid & Alternative Fuel Technologies

Education:

  • Paradise High School Graduate
  • WyoTech Automotive Trade School

Industry Certifications:

  • ASE Master Technician
  • ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
  • ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines<
  • L1 Advanced Engine Performance
  • L2 Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist
  • L3 Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist
  • MACS 609

Industry Experience:

  • Two years at a local independent shop
  • 3 Years Ford Dealership
  • 8 Years Shop Owner and Operator
  • Full-time automotive instructor since 2021

Hobbies:

  • Bonsai
  • Ceramics
  • Motorsports Club