How to Recruit and Retain Diesel Technicians: Beyond Filling Open Positions

Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent · Sep 10, 2026 · 40m

In this episode of NGT Talks, Lindsey Trent sits down with George Arrants of the ASE Education Foundation to discuss what employers can do differently to recruit the next generation of technicians. George explains why companies need to stop viewing young talent as an expense and start treating workforce development as an investment—from building relationships with local schools and participating on advisory committees to offering internships, work-based learning opportunities, and meaningful mentorship.

But recruiting technicians is only half the challenge—keeping them is just as important…