How J-Tech Serves Military Veterans
The military is made up of much more than generals, soldiers, and artillery. A multi-dimensional world that not only keeps our country safe, but it’s also a training ground for some of the best automotive, aircraft and diesel equipment mechanics the nation has to offer. The truth is, no matter what field your military training […]
Let’s Work a Little Flexibility into that Schedule
There may have been a time when a student’s sole focus was on school… but let’s face it—times change. People work, raise kids, juggle family responsibilities, and have plenty of other obligations that keep them busy. So why do so many schools ignore that? Luckily, at J-Tech, we get it. And even better, we make […]
Engines vs. Motors
When it comes to the mechanics of, well auto mechanics; the discussion about whether a car has an engine or a motor, has been widely debated. In truth, even Webster’s Dictionary does not provide full clarity in this regard and defines the two in a similar, albeit not exact way. Engine: A machine for converting […]
— Diagnosing a Bad Coolant Temperature Sensor
A large part of automotive repair is first diagnosing a problem. Fortunately, today’s technological advancements offer faster, easier, and more efficient ways to do this. In this Google Glass video, through application, board demonstration, and visual aids, Keith Littleton shows you how to diagnose a bad coolant temperature sensor. The first step is to place […]
— Truck Driving Time Management Tips
There’s a sense of peace that comes from driving. You may not always experience it, but when you do, it’s palpable. Perhaps it’s the vast expanse of open road around you. Or maybe it’s the warm feeling you get when you realize your landscape consists of rolling hills and not the fluorescent glow of a […]
—Truck Driving Safety: Avoiding Distractions on the Road
Driving distractions are as old as the activity itself. As long as there are drivers on the road, there will always be something demanding our attention. The difference is that nowadays these distractions are more pervasive than ever before. As truck drivers, it’s our duty to ensure we’re exercising caution and good judgment in order […]
— Air Brakes Test on a Tractor Trailer
This video will walk you through a tractor trailer’s air brakes test. In less than ten minutes, the instructor will take you through all of the steps necessary to pass the air brake test on the vehicle inspection section of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test. You will see demonstrations of a leak rate test, […]
— Employment Opportunities in a High Growth Industry: Commercial Truck Driving
One of the fastest growing industries in America is the transportation industry (commercial truck driving). The estimated growth rate of 21% by 2020 (Green, 2014) is double the national average cited by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The transportation industry provides great opportunities for the next decade for employment, entrepreneurship, and advancement in the industry. […]
— Why Commercial Truck Driving?
Have you considered J-Tech while choosing between commercial truck driving schools? Did you know the average age of the commercial driver in the US is 55, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics? And retirements are only increasing. There is about to be a huge gap in this industry with job openings all over Florida […]
— Filling a leaky bucket: Can truck driver training programs make a positive impact on the driver shortage?
By James Sterrett, Commercial Truck Driving Program Manager For years, there has been a lot of discussion in the transportation industry regarding the shortage of drivers. Every motor carrier is impacted by this problem and each one of them is working to reverse the driver shortage and make some progress towards building a fleet with the […]