TechForce Foundation releases 2023 Supply & Demand Report
The 2023 report found that the technician shortage may be turning a corner in 2024.
TechForce Foundation Appoints Chief Growth Officer
TechForce said Bergeron brings over 20 years of experience in technical education and organizational management.
TechForce Opens Nominations for Sixth Techs Rock Awards
Since 2018, the Techs Rock Awards have recognized 75 technicians and technician students, providing over $131,000 in scholarships and prizes.
Bridgestone Donates $100K to TechForce Foundation
Funds will provide scholarships, grants and job resources for students pursuing automotive technician careers.
Nominations Now Open for TechForce’s 2023 Techs Rock Awards
Five professional technicians will be recognized for their contributions as role models in their shops and communities.
Ford Fund Donates $1M to TechForce Scholarships
The new focus on STEM skills fuels the upward professional and economic mobility of the industry, Ford says.
TechForce Announces FutureTechs Rock Awards Winner
The 2023 TechForce Foundation FutureTechs Rock Awards honors young industry leaders.
Recruiting the Next Generation of Technicians
It’s apparent that without focused and ongoing efforts by the industry, filling open positions in sufficient numbers is unlikely.
TechForce CEO: The Tech Shortage Will Pass if the Industry Steps Up Now
This year’s Transportation Technician Supply and Demand report, released Nov. 1, might make you involuntarily suck your teeth. Compiled annually by the TechForce Foundation, the report helps us understand the current and projected shortfalls of professionals needed to service the nation’s automotive fleet. Here’s a breakdown of some of the stats that blew our hair
White Paper Shows Women’s Role in Solving Tech Shortage
TechForce Foundation recently released a new white paper addressing the role that women techs can play in solving the ongoing technician workforce shortage. “Women Techs: Solving the Tech Shortage Problem” goes into detail on how the automotive, aviation, diesel, collision, motorsports and other transportation industry sectors can recruit and retain women technicians and offer professional
Setting Up for Success: The Importance of Onboarding New Employees
Onboarding serves to not only give a new employee practical information that they will need in the job, but having that information gives them confidence as they start out in their new position.
Exploring the Need for Automotive Technician Training and Certification
Within the automotive industry, it’s no secret there’s a technician shortage. But how did it happen? And how can you help make sure these well-paying jobs are filled now and in the future?
