• TechForce Foundation

    Phoenix, AZ 85032

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About TechForce Foundation

    Contact

    12621 N. Tatum Blvd #304
    Phoenix, AZ 85032
    https://techforce.org
    (866) 519-6923

    More Info on TechForce Foundation

    65ba5e79faec0c001ebdb7e9 Tf Primary Fullcolor3x

    Our Mission: To champion students to and through their education and into careers as professional technicians.

    Products & Press Releases

    Tech Forcefoundation
    Photo 135432050 © Kevynbj | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 135432050
    Industry News

    TechForce Foundation announces winner of 2021 Techs Rock Award

    Dec. 7, 2021
    Donald Ranquist of CarMax selected for top honors in 3rd annual Awards honoring technicians.
    Tech Training
    Industry News

    Need for technicians estimated to outpace supply by 5 to 1

    Oct. 29, 2021
    TechForce Foundation report shows technicians supply took a big hit in 2020 from COVID while demand continued to increase.
    Tech Force
    Industry News

    TechForce Foundation shares technician stories, career guide to correct misperceptions of tech careers

    Aug. 27, 2021
    TechForce Foundation, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, has launched its national “Because I’m a Tech...'' campaign featuring a diverse group of technicians sharing their stories...

    Articles & News

    TechForce Foundation
    rodriguez_deyling
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Deyling Rodriguez

    Dec. 20, 2024
    Deyling Rodriguez has fallen in love with wrenching, and says he's benefitting from being assigned to work alongside a more seasoned technician.
    TechForce Foundation
    deleon_angel_student_photo
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Angel Deleon

    Dec. 20, 2024
    Angel Deleon is a rookie technician who thinks the automotive industry needs to do more to help techs build their toolboxes.
    TechForce Foundation
    ugalde_ruiz_oliver_photo
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Oliver Ugalde Ruiz

    Dec. 17, 2024
    This entry-level technician has thoughts on what the automotive industry needs, from mentoring to affordable training options.
    maldonado_felipe_photoshop
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Felipe Maldonado

    Dec. 13, 2024
    Felipe Maldonado is an automotive technician in a Houston dealership’s service department. He says training and mentoring programs are key pieces to attracting and maintaining...
    crockett_creed_photofence
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Creed Crockett

    Dec. 12, 2024
    Creed Crockett is a rookie automotive technician in Denton, Texas. He offers his “two cents” on what he's learning, and what he hopes an employer can offer to young technicians...
    green_taylor_photo
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Taylor Green

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Taylor Green is a technician working at a dealership, and he says young techs would benefit from an incentive-based program that helps them build a tool chest.
    Beret DeWeese, right, has spent 15 years in the automotive aftermarket, and is currently working as a technician and trainer at Wynne Ford in Hampton, Virginia.
    Service Repair

    A technician's view of the technician shortage

    Sept. 6, 2024
    A first-person perspective based on lessons from 15-plus years in the industry.
    Photo from Adobe by Cultura Allies
    Industry News

    TechForce Foundation, SkillsUSA announce collaboration to solve technician shortage

    May 17, 2024
    The collaboration intends to help relieve the ongoing technician shortage.
    Image from TechForce Foundation
    2024 Techs Rock Awards winners announced
    Industry News

    2024 Techs Rock Awards winners announced

    March 8, 2024
    One high school student and one technician received the grand prize in the 6th annual Techs Rock Awards.
    TechForce Foundation
    Service Repair

    Meet a young technician: Caden Baaske

    March 1, 2024
    Meet Caden Baaske, a 20-year old who is a long-time automotive hobbyist who is capitalizing on his passion to start a career as a professional automotive technician. Caden began...

    Videos & Resources

    Maxresdefault 638fc67113770
    Video Network

    Video: WomenTechsRock: From pets to cars - How Nelly found a career that fits

    Dec. 7, 2022
    This tech started off at veterinary school before she found a career in the auto industry as a certified Nissan Master Technician.
    Video
    Human Resources

    Panel: What young techs are looking for out of a shop

    June 24, 2021
    You aren't alone in your struggle to find and keep young techs in your shop. Three industry stakeholders weigh in on what we are doing wrong — and how to fix it — in the fight...
    Tech
    Industry News

    Transportation technician supply and demand

    May 13, 2019
    When TechForce Foundation released its Technician Demand report and Technician Supply report, the gravity of the transportation technician shortage was clearly evident.

    Request More Information

    By clicking above, I agree to Endeavor Business Media's Terms of Service and consent to receive promotional communications from Endeavor, its affiliates, and partners per its Privacy Notice. I also understand my personal information will be shared with the sponsor of this content, who may contact me about their offerings per their privacy policy. I can unsubscribe anytime.

    All content from TechForce Foundation

    Photo courtesy of Sidney Olson
    Sidney Olson
    The Garage

    Moving on up

    Dec. 6, 2023
    Long before she became the controller at White’s Canyon Motors, a Ford dealership, Sidney Olson started out as an apprentice at White’s Queen City Motors, a Chevy dealership, ...
    Photo courtesy of TechForce Foundation
    AdobeStock | 143698203
    NAPA, TechForce Foundation celebrate National Apprenticeship Week
    Company/Association News

    NAPA, TechForce Foundation celebrate National Apprenticeship Week

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Nov. 13, 2023
    By joining together, NAPA and Techforce Foundation are launching 'The NAPA Success for Techs Scholarships', which will be awarded this fall.
    Hayden Cook, Certified Porsche Technician
    Hayden Cook, Certified Porsche Technician
    The Garage

    From accountant to Porsche Certified Technician

    Kayla Nadler
    July 6, 2023
    Making a career change at age 30 didn’t stop this young tech from obtaining his dream job.
    Photo courtesy of TechForce Foundation
    TechForce Foundation's 2023 Techs Rock Award winner announced
    Company/Association News

    TechForce Foundation's 2023 Techs Rock Award winner announced

    June 26, 2023
    18-year-old shop owner Riley Schlick-Trask wins TechForce’s 2023 Techs Rock Awards.
    Photo courtesy of TechForce Foundation
    TechForce opens public vote for Grand Prize in 2023 Techs Rock Awards
    Company/Association News

    TechForce opens public vote for Grand Prize in 2023 Techs Rock Awards

    June 16, 2023
    The TechForce Foundation has announced the Category Winners in the 2023 Techs Rock Awards and opens the Grand Price public vote.
    Chiquita1
    Service Repair

    Learning the auto industry from the ground up

    Kayla Nadler
    May 2, 2023
    Auto technician Chiquita Downs is all in on achieving her big goals in the industry.
    Nelly Colon
    The Garage

    Persistence in the face of doubt

    Emily Markham
    April 10, 2023
    This tech proved her doubters wrong and hopes she can inspire other young individuals to take on the challenge of becoming a master technician like her.
    AdobeStock_143698203.jpeg
    Ford donates $1M to TechForce Foundation to support scholarship program
    Training and Resources

    Ford donates $1M to TechForce Foundation to support scholarship program

    March 30, 2023
    The largest scholarship donation in TechForce history will nearly double the amount of scholarships awarded to financially-struggling students who are pursuing their career to...
    TechForce Foundation’s 2023 FutureTechs Rock Awards now open
    Company/Association News

    TechForce Foundation’s 2023 FutureTechs Rock Awards now open

    Jan. 24, 2023
    Over $10,000 in prizes and a scholarship will be awarded to ten students.
    TechForce Foundation announces 2022 Techs Rock Awards winner
    Company/Association News

    TechForce Foundation announces 2022 Techs Rock Awards winner

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Dec. 7, 2022
    Auto Technician Daniel McCrum of Gulfport, Miss. was named grand prize winner.
    TechForce Foundation announces category winners of 2022 Techs Rock Awards
    Technician shortage still a serious challenge, TechForce reports
    Service Repair

    Technician shortage still a serious challenge, TechForce reports

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Nov. 8, 2022
    The recently released TechForce 2022 Transportation Technician Supply & Demand Report highlights extended decline in supply of new technicians.
    TechForce Foundation now accepting nominations for annual Techs Rock Awards
    Company/Association News

    TechForce Foundation now accepting nominations for annual Techs Rock Awards

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Oct. 26, 2022
    Now in its fourth year, the Techs Rock Awards will be accepting nominations through Nov. 4.
    116ada34acbc69d4759fe8d3c3e427ed
    Photo from Sten Rademaker on Unsplash
    auto technician
    Blogs

    4 skills needed to succeed in the automotive industry

    April 21, 2022
    A successful automotive technology professional needs skills that go beyond identifying the cause of a ping, thump, or ticking noise under the hood.
    female technician
    Blogs

    From blue collar to new collar, how transportation careers have changed

    March 16, 2022
    The cars, trucks, and motorcycles of today are far different than those of a generation ago, which requires significant technical skills from the workers who service them.
    Photo from Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash
    tools
    Blogs

    The basic tool set you need for a career as an auto tech

    Feb. 21, 2022
    An auto technician’s tool set is critical to their career. Here are the basic tools you need to get going when you start out.
    Photo from Barry Zhou on Unsplash
    Barry Zhou Khjw Iw9 Hh5s Unsplash
    Blogs

    7 things to look for in a quality tech school

    Feb. 4, 2022
    You've thought long and hard and decided that a transportation tech career is the right path for you. But how do you know which school to choose? This article will guide you through...
    Clary Bellino Volvo Technician
    Service Repair

    Women Techs Rock: Volvo tech Clary Bellino proved the naysayers wrong

    Jan. 28, 2022
    Networking within the company opened doors to a more challenging and fulfilling career.
    Photo from Dreamstime
    automotive technician vs mechanic what's the difference
    Blogs

    Blog: Automotive technician vs. mechanic: What's the difference?

    Jan. 18, 2022
    Unfortunately, each title brings a different image to mind, but they’re still used interchangeably.
    Quote from Allison Donohoo in Women Techs Rock feature for TechForce Foundation
    Service Repair

    Women Techs Rock: EV tech Allison Donohoo works on the cutting edge of transportation

    Dec. 29, 2021
    This 23-year-old tech didn't let rude comments from other students stand in her way.
    Tra 2021 Nomination Page Banner Cropped
    Company/Association News

    Category winners of TechForce Foundation's 2021 Techs Rock Awards announced

    Nov. 29, 2021
    The Foundation announces its five category winners and opens public grand prize vote.
    Wtr Tfn Josie Whitlock 1600x900 100 T 210914
    Service Repair

    Women Techs Rock: Josie Whitlock proves the value of good mentorship

    Nov. 16, 2021
    Whitlock's boss sends customers down the road if they refuse to have their car repaired by a female technician.
    Techforce Logo
    Service Repair

    Nominations now open for TechForce Foundation's Techs Rock Awards

    Oct. 27, 2021
    Five deserving technicians to be recognized for outstanding contributions as role models in their shops and communities.
    Dreamstime Xxl 231347313 Lr
    Blogs

    3 tips for success as a female tech in the auto industry

    Oct. 19, 2021
    You don’t have to navigate this new working world all on your own. Check out these tips from women techs on how to succeed in the tech industry.
    Female auto repair technician working under car
    Blogs

    Top 3 challenges women face in the auto tech industry

    Oct. 15, 2021
    While there are great rewards for women in an auto tech career—working with your hands, building something from scratch, the opportunity to be an entrepreneur—there are also challenges...