Description

Join OTA's Technology & Maintenance Council for the 2025 TMC Maintenance & Education Fair!

This event is designed specifically for the shop managers and service technicians that keep our trucks moving. 

It includes a full day of training that will cover trending topics, tools and technology. Attendees can also explore the products and services from the on-site vendors. Plus, exchange ideas and network with colleagues throughout the day! 

Below are some topics currently on the agenda. 

• OSHA Compliance in the Shop
• FMCSA Update: New CSA Criteria Impact on Maintenance
• Carrier EV User Experiences
• Maintenance Technology Update
• AI in the Workshop: Today & Beyond
• Training Drivers How to Do Pre-Trip Inspections
• Shop Talk: Q & A Forum

Registration Information: 

There are two registration options. Choose one of the following when you register:

1. TMC Maintenance and Education Fair general admission ($89 for members and $149 for non-members). This includes access to morning & afternoon TMC Fair sessions, lunch and the vendor fair for a full day of learning and exploration.

2. Annual Inspection Training Class + TMC Fair afternoon sessions ($200 for members and $250 for non-members). The Annual Inspection Training class, which will take place during the morning (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM), provides an overview of commercial motor vehicle annual inspection requirements, including North American Out-of-Service Criteria and essential basics for carriers to know when developing a self-certification policy for technicians. This class will be taught by Wes Curtis. This option also includes lunch, admission to the TMC Fair afternoon sessions and the vendor fair.

Sponsor & Vendor Opportunities

A large portion of this event is giving attendees the chance to interact with vendors and explore the latest tools they use in the course of their duties. 

If you are interested in sponsoring and/or being part of the vendor fair, there are several options available. Please contact Christine at 503.513.0005 or christine@ortrucking.org.