Roman Garcia discusses his early hands-on experience with truck maintenance, and how a high school program at STC shaped his career path.

In this episode, Roman Garcia shares how he became a business owner,  influenced by family, his early hands-on experience with truck maintenance, and how a high school program at STC shaped his career path. Roman highlighted the importance of practical training for aspiring technicians and challenges faced by young students gaining hands-on experience.He stressed the need for students to become skilled level one technicians to meet industry demand and shared mentoring insights through his company. Roman discussed lessons learned, the value of credit management, and being open to diverse sources of advice. His commitment to work-life balance and prioritizing family needs over work demands in his business model was evident.Roman extended his commitment to community engagement through partnerships with local schools, offering training opportunities for automotive students. He expressed admiration for instructors at South Texas College and their dedication to nurturing future technicians. His story showcased resilience in pursuing entrepreneurial dreams, emphasizing mentorship and skill development among aspiring diesel technicians.Roman's efforts highlighted the significance of practical education pathways and industry collaboration in shaping the next generation of skilled professionals in trucking.THANK YOU to our Sponsors Ben E. Keith Company - https://www.benekeith.com/Christenson Transportation - https://www.christensontrans.com/GeoTab - www.geotab.comClean Harbors - www.cleanharbors.comDigital Management Team - https://digitalmanagementteam.com/Driver's Legal Plan - www.driverslegalplan.comFastenal - www.fastenal.comOld Dominion Freight Line - www.odfl.comRyder Systems - www.ryder.comSambaSafety - www.sambasafety.comLong Haul Trucking - www.longhaultrucking.comTrivista Companies - https://www.trivistacompanies.com/about.htmRoehl - https://www.roehl.jobs/J&M Tank Lines -  https://jmtank.com/The Next Generation in Trucking Association is a non-profit trade association who is engaging and training the next generation of trucking industry professionals by partnering with high schools, community/technical colleges and private schools to connect to and launch training programs around North America.Visit our website:  www.nextgentruckers.orgContact us at:  [email protected] us on socials here:FacebookInstagramYoutubeLinkedInTikTok