Technician Academy Podcast

Episode #15 of the Technician.Academy podcast series features Rick Escalambra, a retired professor of Automotive Technology at Skyline College in San Bruno, CA for thirty-one years. He coordinated one of the largest and finest automotive programs in the state of California and is still very influential in the automotive field today. Rick provides his insight on the value of technician training in today’s industry and why there is such a shortage. He discusses what future technicians should focus their skills on to succeed in the industry. Rick also provides his opinion on where he sees the future of the automotive industry. Tune in now to learn more! You can also read this article Rick wrote in 2003 Disjointed! to see how similar it is to today’s industry.

Episode #14 of the Technician.Academy podcast series is an information-filled podcast which features Bill Lieb, an instructor at Fort Osage Career and Technology Center. Bill was recognized at the Vision Hi-Tech Conference as the 2017 Educator of the Year. Bill talks about his school’s program, which helps juniors and seniors in high school get the basic skills they need to enter the automotive industry as well as develop a plan if they choose to pursue a post-secondary automotive education. Learn more by listening now!

Episode #13 of the Technician.Academy podcast series features Chris Reynolds, Coordinator/Associate Professor of Automotive Technology at Lewis and Clark Community College. Chris talks in depth about how his own education along with his 10+ years experience as an automotive technician and educator have fueled his passion for the automotive industry. Chris discusses how he strives to create a fun and educational experience for the students at Lewis and Clark. He also shares his insight into how current automotive students can set themselves apart from the pack to be considered by potential employers. Tune in now to this interesting and informative podcast!

In Episode #12 of the Technician.Academy podcast series, Richard talks with Mike Davidson, published author and owner of Parkway Automotive in Little Rock, Arkansas. Mike has been honored to be the NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year in Arkansas for 7 years in a row! Being President and founder of the American Skilled Labor Association (ASLA), Mike discusses the importance of creating a positive perception of the automotive industry and encourages technicians to have pride in their jobs and the industry overall. Tune in now to this informational podcast!