This week, we welcome Tom Wozniak, Diesel Technology Instructor at Madison College, and two of his current students, Jacob Breunig and Max Richard. Together, they discuss the importance of having confidence and patience as young technicians, express concerns regarding the future of diesel, and emphasize the need for shops to establish career paths to retain technicians.
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About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
jayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122
About Our Guests:
Tom Wozniak
Diesel Technology Instructor, Madison College
TWozniak@madisoncollege.edu
Jacob Breunig
Diesel Student, Madison College
jsbreunig1@madisoncollege.edu
Max Richard
Diesel Student, Madison College
mrichard3@madisoncollege.edu
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