Technician Certification
In order to raise the level of technicians in the power equipment industry, the EETC developed and maintains the Outdoor Power Equipment Technician Certification Program. Certified technicians demonstrate a higher level of technical proficiency in their work and this, in turn, increases the level of professionalism at dealerships throughout North America. Customers are more likely to choose a repair center that displays the EETC Technicians Certification Logo and poster.
The Technician Certification Program was initiated in 1995 at the Texas Servicing Dealer Association. The Equipment & Engine Training Council was formed in 1997 and shortly thereafter, took over the ownership of the certification program. The EETC updates the test on an annual basis.
Each one of our seven tests are updated annually to ensure that the latest technologies are identified and to correct any errors that may have shown up. Each test is updated by a committee of manufacturers, distributors, dealers, schools, and associations, each of whom has expertise in their subject area. The tests are administered throughout North American by the Outdoor Power Equipment And Engine Service Association - OPEESA, through their distributor network. As EETC members are the test writers, OPEESA is the test administrator for our industry. Click here for a test registration form, a study materials order form, and a information brochure that are available if you would like to be included as a test site.
Please contact eetc@eetc.org or visit OPEESA if you need further information.