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Murray's Boats and Motors, Dave Wright: "Its a great place
to get the basics under your belt." (pictured above,
top left)
Bill Marsh Pit Row, Jim McManus: "I got my start at TBA,
now I hire the students for co-op positions."
Owner Precision Tune, Dean Jamison: "Learn the basics
- they are the same for all engines. TBA Small Engines is where I
got my start. Set goals! My goal in high school was to own a repair
business and today I do!" (pictured above, top
right)
Paul's Repair, Paul North: "Be serious about what you
do, too many kids take the class for the wrong reasons, work hard,
the program is great."
Ferguson's, Mike Witkowski, Tim Thomas, Jerry Novak: "TBA
is where you need to start like we all did. All of us competed in Skills
USA VICA and were glad we did! If you're considering a career as
a technician, start by taking the Small Engines class at TBA."
Great Escapes Motor Sports, Jason Wagner: "I use the
information I learned at TBA every day."
Great Escapes Motor Sports, CJ Carmien: "I can't tell
you how many times I remember and use what Mr. Tarr taught at TBA.
About 50% of what we do involves repair of the electrical system.
Learn as much as you can on electrical."
Great Escapes Motor Sports, Duane Pleva: "You need to
be dedicated to doing the job right. Start at TBA - that's great, but you
also need to continue your education with post-secondary trade
schools and factory service classes."
Tim's Recreational Repair, Randy Adcock: "I've owned
my own business and worked for a couple of area dealerships. I enjoyed
my experience at TBA. I learned a lot, participated in co-op, and won
a medal in Skills USA VICA. I recommend the class for young people
looking to break into the business." (pictured
above, lower left)
Stricker's Outdoor Power Equipment, Kevin Stricker: "It's
a great place to start. I received help in finding jobs and referrals
after I graduated. I currently serve as chairman of the program's
Advisory Committee."
Grand Bay Marine, Brett Chalker: "TBA was a great class,
I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The marine industry
has a severe shortage of good technicians."
(pictured with Mr. Tarr, program instructor: above, lower right)
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Accreditation
The Small Engines program was recently evaluated by
representatives of the Engine Equipment Training Council. Program curriculum, facilities, budget, placement, equipment/tools, training aids, instructor credentials/qualifications, and reference materials were all reviewed. Upon completion of the review, the program was granted accreditation for two- and four-stroke cycle engines - the first such accreditation in the state.
In addition to being featured in trade publications nationally, the program will be publicized by the manufacturers on their dealer network as a resource for trained, technically competent workers. The accreditation and industry support should prove to be priceless in the form of engines/equipment, training materials, and advice to TBACTC students.
Organizations
Briggs
& Stratton, Master Servicing Dealer Test Site
OPE (Outdoor Power Equipment Association) Technician Test Site
Skills USA-VICA
ASE
Scholarships
Dave
C., St. Francis, $1500 TBA Scholarship
Ryan K., TCC, NMC Presidential Scholarship
Skills
USA-VICA
Jeremy
P., Glen Lake, Silver Medalist Motorcycle Mechanics
Dave C., St. Francis, Bronze Medal, Air Cooled Engines
Derek C, Glen Lake, Regional President Skills USA VICA
We have participated
in VICA for 19 years, earning over 30 top three finishes at the
state leve, and five top 10 finishes nationally.
Co-op Placements
- Ferguson's
- M
& E Service
- Tractor
Works
- Bramer
Auto
- D
& D Repair
- Traverse
Bay Marine
- Grand
Bay Marine
- Classic
Motor Sports
- McClain
Cycle & Fitness
- Jiffy
Lube
- JT's
Quick Lube
- Kropp
Well Drilling
- Stricker's
Outdoor Power Equipment
- Murray's
Boats & Motors
- Waste
Management
- Dobson's
Amoco
- Northland
Quick Lube
- Great
Escapes
- Suttons
Bay Agriculture Services
- Discount
Tire
- Maddy
Farm Services
- Bill
Marsh Pit Row
- Wheelock
Welding
- Bellaire
Auto
- West
Marine
- Butler
Telecom
- Kodiak Equipment
Business
Advisors
Randy Adcock, Classic Farm Equipment
Ed Beaucham, United Rentals
Errol Beckett, Traverse Bay Marine
Rick Bellew, Bryan Equipment
Randy Blunckl, Harbor Recreational Products
Brett Chalker, Grand Bay Marine
Wendy/Bruce Dzelski
Jared Diephouse, Hentschell Hardware
Mike Dipisa, Well Drilling
Jamie Dupie, Dupie's
Dave Ertl, TC Golf & Country Club
Dennis Farmer, D&D Small Engine Marine
Steve Fellows, Morrison's Ind.
Ben Fleis, Lark Lawn & Garden
Larry Fleis, Lark Lawn & Garden
Suzeke Fleis, Lark Lawn & Garden
Ben Glazier, Student
Dave Glazier, Parent
Bob Hall
Ben Hentschell, Hentschell Hardware
Mike Hooker, JDE Equipment
Dave Kelly, Ferguson's
Paul Lehman, Long Lake Marina
David Mackey, Wexford-Missaukee ISD
Bob Markler, Gardener
Jared MacDonald, MacDonald Marine
Jason MacDonald, MacDonald Marine
Paul North, Paul's Repair
Randy Petkovsek, AIS
Mike Phillips, Classic Motor Sports
Don Pischney, Classic Motor Sports
Randy Plamondon, Hiram's Motor Sports
Budd Schard, Budd's Mobile Mower/Blower Serv.
Corey Schaub, JDE
Andy/Terri Stander, Stander Marine
Kevin Stricker, Stricker's Outdoor Power Equip.
Tim Thomas, Ferguson's
Jim Williams, Traverse Bay Marine
Andrew Wilson, Stricker's Outdoor Power Equip.
Mike Witkowski, Ferguson's
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