Ranken can prepare you for a successful career as a professional technician.  Get your training and learn the latest in automotive mechanics.

Hands-on training, industry sponsorship, using up-to-date equipment and tools will help you become a professional technician who is well qualified in repairing late model automobiles.

Is professional automotive technician training right for you?

Ranken Professional Technician Program student using diagnostic gear.You’re a quick study and a hard worker who takes pride in your professionalism.

You are ready to earn while you learn by working in your field while you get your degree.

You love working with cars, and want to get a stable, well-paying job with benefits

Does this sound like you? If so, an auto mechanic school could be the path to a successful and rewarding career. Students who are accepted into the Professional Technician program at Ranken get paid, real-world experience at a sponsoring employer. In this program, you’re not just going to auto technician school, you’re getting on-the-job experience.

Interested in seeing more of our Automotive facilities? Take an interactive 360° virtual tour of Ranken Technical College’s AUTOMOTIVE department.

Ready to get started? Complete the Questions? Contact Us! form on this page, and we’ll respond as quickly as possible to answer your questions and guide you through the application process.

Why choose Ranken for technician training?

Starting in their first semester at Ranken, students who are accepted into the Professional Technician program will alternate between eight-week sections of automotive technician training at Ranken and eight-week paid internship blocks at their sponsoring employer. This format allows students to get real-world experience in addition to their auto mechanic school degree at Ranken.

Not every auto mechanic school out there offers experience like we do, or the chance to learn by doing! Auto technician school students who complete internships in this format typically go on to accept full-time positions at their work site after graduation.

If you are interested in auto technician school and have questions about our Professional Technician Program, contact Admissions using the form on the right.

If you are a Ranken student in your first semester of auto mechanic school, talk to your instructors for information on available positions.

Interested in seeing more of our Automotive Professional Technician facilities? Take an interactive 360° virtual tour of Ranken Technical College’s AUTOMOTIVE PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN department.

Joseph C. Francis

Instructor, Full Time, GM Training

AS in Automotive Technology,
Jefferson College
AA in Business Administration and Welding
Technology, in progress
Jefferson College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A9 Master Technician Certified
ASE L1 Advanced Level Certified

Jeffrey Ludwig

Instructor, Adjunct

Certifications:
Axaltra Master Technician
PPG Master Technician
I-Car Certified
Air Conditioning Certification

Zachery Lueker

Adjunct Instructor, Evening School

AT in High Performance Racing Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A8 Master Certified

Jarrett Meeden

Adjunct Instructor, Evening School

AT in High Performance Racing Technology,
Ranken Technical College

Gary Davis

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
I-Car certifications
Welding certifications
ASE R-134a Refrigerant Recovery and
Recycling Program

Chris Mitchell

Department Chair, Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Collision and Refinishing
Technology, Applied Service Management
WyoTech

Brian Becker

Instructor, Full Time, Toyota Certified Tech

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE A1-A8 Master Certified

Brian S. Bowen

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Training in diesel/vehicle mechanics, heavy
equipment, arc welding
Certifications:
Wabco/Haldex/Bendix ABS
Eaton Fuller/Meritor Rockwell Transmissions
Meritor/Rockwell Differentials
Eaton/Spicer Differentials

Daniel Reading

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

BS in Automotive Technology Management,
University of Central Missouri

H. Douglas Marshall

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certification
Senior Master Ford Technician

Michael Wahby

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance

L. Sam Worley

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Training in welding, machining, auto body,
aviation metal
Certifications:
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
Class A CDL with PN Endorsement
REMA-TECH Tire Certification
R12/134 Refrigerant MACS Certification

Justin R. Eason

Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Advanced Diesel Technology Diploma,
Wyotech
Certifications:
Kenworth Course 100
EPA 608, 609 A/C Certified
ISB6.7 CM2250 Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISC8.3 CM2250, ISL9 CM2250 Qualification
(EPA 2010)
ISX12 CM2250/ISX11.9 CM2250
Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISX12 CM2350 X102 Qual. (EPA 2013)
ISX15 CM2250 Qualification (EPA 2010)
ISX15 CM2350 X101 Qualification (EPA 2013)
X15 CM2350 X114B, X15 CM2350 X116B
Qualification (EPA 2017)
B6.7 CM2350 B121B Qual. (EPA 2017)
ISB6.7 CM2350 B101 Qual. (EPA 2013)
ISL9 CM2350 L101 Qualification (EPA 2013)
L9 CM2350 L116B, L9 CM2350 L123B
Qualification (EPA 2017)
X15 CM2450 X124B Qual. (EPA 2020)
ISB CM2150 Qualification (EPA 2007)
ISC CM2150, ISL CM2150 Qual. (EPA 2007)
B6.7 CM2450 B155B Qual. (EPA 2021)
L9 CM2450 L126B Qualification (EPA 2021)
X15 CM2450 X134B Qual. (EPA 2021)

Douglas J. Waldon

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

Certifications:
ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck Tech
ASE T2 Engines
ASE T3 Drivetrain
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
ASE T7 HVAC
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
Allison 1000/2000, 3000/4000 Service and
Overhaul
CNG Systems (Cummins, Paccar, Detroit Diesel,
Navistar)
Cummins Insite ECM Troubleshooting and
Calibration
Cummins Aftertreatment SCR/NoX Catalyst
System Troubleshooting
Cummins XPI & X-Series IFSM Fuel Systems
Diagnostics
Cummins ISB 5.9, 6.7 ISC 8.3, ISL 9, ISX 12, 15, K-19,
L-10, M-11, N-14
Detroit Diesel DD-8, 11,13, 15, 16 Heavy-duty and
Medium-duty Engine Systems
Detroit Diesel Gen-5 Engine
Detroit Axle Systems
DT12 Systems Transmission Systems Electronic
Systems
Detroit Assurance
Detroit Diesel Fuel & Aftertreatment/NoX Systems
Analyzing and Troubleshooting
Electrical Troubleshooting Systems (Cummins,
Detroit Diesel, Paccar, Navistar) Emissions
Systems
EPA 609, 134-A Freon Recovery
EPA 07, EPA 10, EPA 2013 Aftertreatment
(Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Paccar, Navistar)
Emissions Systems
Fleet Customer Systems
GHG14 & GHG 17 DD Series, Cummins, Paccar,
Navistar Systems Heavy Duty Truck Emissions
System
Freightliner M-2 Systems
TBI Electrical and Vehicle Systems
Wabco, Meritor, Bendix, & Peterbilt ABS System
Western Star System
Paccar Davie-4 Electronics Troubleshooting
Navistar DLB Electronics Technology
Peterbilt Traction Control Systems
Freightliner, Navistar, Peterbilt Automated,
Standard Transmissions and Clutch Service
Paccar Diesel Engine and Fuel Systems Basics

Christopher L. White

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
License:
Motor Vehicle Inspection License
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair

Jennifer L. Hicks

Instructor, Full Time, Wentzville

Robert H. Gibbons

Instructor, Full Time

Diploma in Automotive Technology,
ITT Technical Institute
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE Advanced Level Specialist
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair

Joshua D Williamson

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Applied Management,
Ranken Technical College
AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
FWT, Ranken Technical College
ASE Master Collision Repair Technician
I-CAR Platinum Technician

Matthew S. Sadler

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
I-Car Platinum Certified
I-Car Steel Certified
I-Car Steel Sectioning Certified

Gerard E. Motta

Instructor, Full Time

AAS in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Honda Master Technician - Honda

Tim Chandler

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

Certifications:
ASE T2 – T8 Master Med/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE E1 Truck Equipment Installation and Repair
Cummins Advanced Diesel Technology
855/N14 Maintenance and Overhaul
Allison 3000/4000 Service and Overhaul
Forklift Certified

P. David Morgan

Instructor, Full Time, Perryville

Certifications:
Certified Master Instructor/Safety
Professional – CVTA
Class A CDL License – State of Illinois DMV

Brien J. Dover

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time - Perryville

Certificate in Diesel Truck and Heavy
Equipment Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
R-12/134-A Refrigerants/HVAC – MACS
Class B CDL License – State of Missouri

Louis E. Waite

Instructor – Commercial Driver License (CDL), Full Time - Wentzville

MS in Human Resource Management,
Lindenwood University
BA in Human Resource Management,
Lindenwood University
Certification:
Class A CDL License with NT Endorsements
(Doubles, Triples, and Tankers) – State of
Missouri

Shawn D. Ray

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

BS in Applied Management, in progress,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ISX15, X15 – Cummins
2007 Heavy Duty Acert – Caterpillar
Paccar Engine Training MX
Paccar 2010 Emissions
Peterbilt Electrical T/S
ASE L2 Advanced Level Specialist
ASE T2 Engines
ASE T3 Transmission
ASE T4 Brakes
ASE T5 Suspension
ASE T6 Electrical
ASE T7 HVAC
ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance
EPA 07, EPA 10, GHG 14 – Detroit Diesel
Class B CDL
609A Certified
Thermo King Trainer Certified

Taylor P. Clark

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

Instructor, Full Time
Certificate in Automotive,
Kent Career Technical Institute Certifications:
ASE Master Medium/Heavy Truck
Technician
EPA 608 and 609 Universal Technician –
Mainstream Engineering
Carrier #1407 Mod 1 – Carrier Transicold
DD EPA 07 – Detroit Diesel
Class B CDL License – State of Missouri

Michael B. Whitcraft

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Technology,
St. Louis Community College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASEEF Certified ETL
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Toyota Master Certified Technician
Certified Toyota T-TEN Instructor

Lloyd C. Miller

Instructor, Full Time - Wentzville

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE Advanced Level Specialist
ASE Under Car Specialist
ASE G1 Light Duty General Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Electric and Hybrid Systems
ASE X1 Exhaust and EGR Systems
ASE XEV Electrical Safety Awareness, Levels 1 & 2
609 A Certified

Christopher M. Loftus

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Automotive Technology,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L2 Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis
ASE 609 Mobile A/C Refrigerant

Robert S. Gaskill

Instructor, Full Time

Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Certified Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE 609 Mobile A/C Refrigerant
BMW Certified
Mercedes Benz Certified

Don Rote

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Applied Management, in progress,
Ranken Technical College
Courses taken at University of Illinois at
Chicago School of Mechanical Engineering
Certifications:
ASE Certified Automobile Master Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
NAFA Certified Automotive Fleet Specialist (CAFS)
NAFA Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM)

Gary Boyher

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Management and Marketing,
Southwest Missouri State University
AAS in Automotive Technology,
Jefferson College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
ASE Parts Specialist
ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
Missouri Vocational Certificate
Secondary/Post-Secondary Class E
Driver’s License – State of Missouri

Robert L. Callanan

Automotive Division Chair & Instructor, Full Time

Certified Dealership Technician Program

MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, Eastern New Mexico University
BS in Automotive Technology, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Technology, Jefferson College

Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE C1 Service Consultant
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
Toyota Certifications – Toyota
Honda PACT Acura and Honda Master
Technician Instructor – Honda
Class A CDL License

Andrew Jesse

Instructor, Full Time

MEd in Instructional Design,
Western Governors University
BS in Workforce Education,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Technology,
Lincoln Land Community College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
Ford Senior Master Technician

Christopher L. McNealy

Instructor, Full Time

AT in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE F1 Alternative Fuels
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
Acura Master Technician - Honda
Honda Master Technician - Honda
Certified Acura PACT Instructor – Honda
Certified Honda PACT Instructor – Honda
Toyota T-Ten Instructor

Timothy F. Michel

Instructor, Full Time, Wentzville

BS in Business Management,
National-Louis University
AT in Diesel Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Level Technician
Mobile Air Conditioning, Section 609,
Clean Air Act - MACS

Ronald L. Raines

Department Chair & Instructor, Full Time

Automotive Maintenance Technology

BS in Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University
AT in Automotive Maintenance, Ranken Technical College
ASE Certified Master Automobile Tech
ASE Certified Master Medium/Heavy Duty
Truck Technician
ASE Certified Advanced Engine Performance L1
ASE Certified Alternative Fuels F1
ASE Certified Preventative Maintenance G1
GM and T-TEN Certified
NATEF Evaluation Team Leader

William F. Stewart

Instructor, Full Time

BS in Workforce Education and Development,
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
AAS in Automotive Maintenance Technology,
Ranken Technical College
Certifications:
ASE Master Automobile Technician
ASE A9 Diesel
ASE G1 Maintenance and Light Repair
ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance
ASE L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle
General Motors Master Technician
General Motors World Class Technician

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Ranken is known for offering the most comprehensive automotive technician training around. This program develops student proficiencies in the following areas:

  • Maintenance and light repair
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Automatic/manual transmission
  • Engine controls
  • Automotive diagnostics

Lauren Wimpee

Department: Alumni Automotive
Service Writer @ Schaefer Autobody

2021 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Jason Broeker

Department: Alumni Automotive
Service Manager @ Lou Fusz Subaru

1999 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Adam Blattel

Department: Alumni Automotive
HVAC Technician @ Scott Air Force Base

2020 HVAC and 2003 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Scott Griffin

Department: Alumni Automotive
Owner and General Manager @ Griffin Automotive Design & Collision Center

1992 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Travis Oliver

Department: Alumni Automotive
Head Painter @ American Automotive, St. Louis

2006 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Oliver Gilmore

Department: Alumni Automotive
Collision Repair Technician @ American Automotive

2015 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Brian Imboden

Department: Alumni Automotive
Aircraft Painter @ Boeing

2017 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Kyle Neely

Department: Alumni Automotive
Technician @ Schaefer Autobody Centers

2007 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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John Nance

Department: Alumni Automotive
Owner/Operator of All The Details

2005 Automobile Collision Repair Technology
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Tyler Wagner

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Collision Technician @ South County Collision Center

2020 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Cameron Anderson

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Maintenance Technician @ Machens Ford Dealership

2020 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Jacob Bailey

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Service Advisor @ Machens Ford Dealership

2020 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Gabe Ware

Department: Alumni Automotive
Diesel Mechanic @ Republic Services

2020 Automotive Diesel Technology
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Richard Maor

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Technician @ Morley Performance LLC

May 2020 Automotive High Performance Racing Technology
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Jared Wilmas

Department: Alumni Automotive
Service Technician @ Bommarito Chevrolet

2020 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Chazzerene ‘Chazz’ Howard

Department: Alumni Automotive
Service Advisor @ Caliber Collision, Hampton, Virginia

2019 Collision Repair Technology
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Blake Forward

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Maintenance Technician @ Machens Ford Dealership

2019 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Trace Gray

Department: Alumni Automotive
Technician @ Firestone Complete Auto Care

2018 Automotive High Performance Racing Technology
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Jacob Crum

Department: Alumni Automotive
Ford Certified Senior Master Technician @ Machens Ford Dealership

2017 Automotive Maintenance Technology; 2018 BS in Applied Management
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Ross Stromberg

Department: Alumni Automotive
Lead Technician @ Firestone Complete Auto Care

2014 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Katie Beck Schuler

Department: Alumni Automotive
Lead Refinish Technician @ Car Craft Auto Body

2013 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Kyle Neely

Department: Alumni Automotive
Technician @ Schaefer Autobody Centers

2007 Automotive Collision Repair
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Joseph Siekmann

Department: Alumni Automotive


1971 Automotive Mechanical & Automotive Collision
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Peter Kostecki

Department: Alumni Automotive


1971 Automotive Maintenance
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John Calaway

Department: Alumni Automotive


1971 Automotive Technology
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Michael F. Buckley

Department: Alumni Automotive


1971 Automotive Diesel Technology
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Brad Francis

Department: Alumni Automotive
Owner, Certified Performance and Auto Repair, Inc.

2001 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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Ashis Gurung

Department: Alumni Automotive
Auto Body Technician @ Gapsch Carstar Collision Center

May 2020 Automotive Collision Repair Technology
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Andrew Fields

Department: Alumni Automotive
Automotive Technician @ Rob Sight Ford

May 2017 Automotive Maintenance Technology
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