MITER Foundation, the charitable arm of MITER Brands, a residential window and door manufacturer, recently donated a decommissioned truck with a non-working engine to the Diesel Maintenance Technician program at Pinellas Technical College (PTC) in Clearwater. The contribution provides students in the program with a hands-on learning opportunity for rebuilding an engine, while also helping to address the shortage of trained diesel mechanics. The Diesel Systems Technician 1 and 2 program at PTC is a 1,050-hour course that covers diesel engine fundamentals, including diagnosis, repair, and overhaul, as well as steering, suspension, and HVAC systems. The program prepares students for ASE certification and lasts approximately 11 months. The curriculum is divided into modules, such as Diesel Engine Mechanic/Technician Helper and Diesel Electrical and Electronics Technician. To celebrate the donation, team members from MITER Brand’s Venice, Florida location joined students and faculty on the PTC Clearwater campus to officially hand over the keys for the vehicle.

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