TechForce Foundation

Phoenix, AZ 85032

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About TechForce Foundation

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

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

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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.
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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.
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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

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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.
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Industry News

TechForce Foundation, SkillsUSA announce collaboration to solve technician shortage

May 17, 2024
The collaboration intends to help relieve the ongoing technician shortage.
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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.
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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...
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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, ...
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NAPA, TechForce Foundation celebrate National Apprenticeship Week
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NAPA, TechForce Foundation celebrate National Apprenticeship Week

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

From accountant to Porsche Certified Technician

July 6, 2023
Making a career change at age 30 didn’t stop this young tech from obtaining his dream job.
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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.

Videos & Resources

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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.
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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...
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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.

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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.
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Service Repair

Learning the auto industry from the ground up

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

Persistence in the face of doubt

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.
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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

Auto Technician Daniel McCrum of Gulfport, Miss. was named grand prize winner.
Technician shortage still a serious challenge, TechForce reports
Service Repair

Technician shortage still a serious challenge, TechForce reports

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

Now in its fourth year, the Techs Rock Awards will be accepting nominations through Nov. 4.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...