About the Program

      • Program Experience

        • Diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of vehicles alongside ASE Master Technicians in a full-service ASE accredited professional training facility
        • Use modern diagnostic and repair equipment to troubleshoot complex automotive systems
        •  In-Depth study and practice on the eight major areas of automotive technology

        Career Focus

        Prepared for immediate employment, apprenticeship completion, advanced certifications, and further education

        Opportunities

        • College Credit
        • Apprenticeships
        • Certifications

      Instructor(s)

      • Meet the Program Instructor(s)

        Directory

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        		 John Arnold
        Instructor
        Phone: (509) 573-5541
        Email: arnold.john@ysd7.org
        Program: Automotive Technology
        Department: Skilled Trades
        John is a full-time vocationally certified teacher that has been with the skill center since 1995, and is also a product of our own Yakima career and technical education system. He graduated from Wyoming Technical Institute and worked for Volkswagen and Chevrolet dealerships. He is NATEF/ASE certified in five categories.
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        		 George Mason
        Instructor
        Phone: (509) 573-5542
        Email: Mason.Jonathan@ysd7.org
        Program: Automotive Technology
        Department: Skilled Trades
        A former YV -TECH graduate, George Mason earned his AAS Degree in automotive technology and Service Management from Wyoming Technical Institute. George has worked as a line technician at various local dealerships, and in independent repair facilities and continues to consult for local shops. His certifications include: ASE MASTER CERTIFIED, ASE Ll advanced engine performance specialist certified, Licensed A/C Service Technician from ASE/Macs and Washington State Certified CTE Instructor.

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