NE SuperTech July 2019 Press Release
NEBRASKA – First-time Nebraska SuperTech competitor Travis McCool of RDO Truck Center in Omaha took the top spot in the Nebraska Trucking Association SuperTech competition July 18. The 24-year diesel technician said he’s honored to represent Nebraska.
“The challenges were pretty tough,” McCool said. “So, I was surprised to win. It’s great.” McCool, a 24-year technician, and his wife, Theresa have two daughters, Alexandria and Genevieve.
More than 80 SuperTech competitors registered to take the qualifying online, ASE-style test. The top 16 from the online test advanced to the hands-on skill stations final round hosted by Central Community College in Hastings July 18. Most hands-on challenges change every year. After the competition, judges gather competitors to complement skills and provide feedback on areas for improvement.