May-June 2017 MMTA Magazine by Brian Parke

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MMTA Past Chairmen and Lifetime Directors * Olen E. Butler * Paul E. Merrill * Gerald A. Cole * Stewart M. Taylor * Guy F. Dunton * Mark W. Ginn * Harry L. Milliken * Philip C. Gox F. Gilbert Congdon * H. Merrill Luthe Galen L. Cole Henry W. Saunders Richard S. Clement Dwin A. Gordon * H. Blaine Sanborn William G. Hepburn * C.L. Fox, Sr. George W. McNear * H. Blaine Sanborn * David W. Harmon * Gerald A. Cole Herbert E. Ginn * Joseph H. O’Donnell * Harry L. Milliken * F. Emmett O’Connor * David W. Fox Robert E. Ginn * Richard J. Haley * George M. Hutchins * H. Walker Noyes * Chester Sherrard * Arthur W. Hicks * Virgil E. Beane George L. Parke * David L. Cole William Duddy * Clifton E. Halacy Mark A. Hutchins Donald B. Wiswell Pieter van Voorst Mert Brown Tom Keefer Barry Pottle * John Austin Brian Bouchard John Lightbody Jim McCurdy Chris Huff Evan Keefer

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Brian Parke, Editor MMTA Officers 2016-2018

Chairman:

Vice Chairman:

Secretary:

Shawn Moore, R.C. Moore, Inc., Scarborough

Treasurer:

Duane Graves, Pottle’s Transportation, LLC, Bangor

Alan Reed, PAF Transportation, Scarborough

Executive Committee:

Evan Keefer, Kris-Way Truck Leasing, Inc., S. Portland

State Vice President, ATA:

Chelsea Demmons, Pottle’s Transportation, LLC, Bangor

Alternate State V.P., ATA:

Budget Committee:

Vacant Duane Graves, Pottle’s Transportation, LLC, Bangor

Governmental Affairs Committee:

Barry Pottle, Pottle’s Transportation LLC, Bangor

Membership Committee:

Brian Bouchard, H.O. Bouchard, Inc., Hampden

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Nominating Committee:

Todd Cotier, Hartt Transportation Systems, Bangor Jim McCurdy, Maine Commercial Tire, Bangor

Directors FOR-HIRE CARRIERS

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Ken Cannell - C. N. Brown Company (2019) Gary Cooper - J&S Oil Co., Inc., (2018) Bob Crosslin - Core-Mark (2019) George Downing - G. A. Downing Co., Inc. (2018) Nate Lewis - Walmart Transportation (2019)

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Gary Bangor - Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel (2019) Brian Boulet - Boulet’s Truck Service (2018)

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Ed Therrien, United Insurance, Presque Isle

Tawnya Brown - Concentra (2019) Brian Hallowell - Freightliner and Western Star of Maine (2019) Kelly McDonald - Murray, Plumb & Murray (2018)

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MMTA CHAIRMAN PAGE It’s that time of year when we put our winter boots away, forget about the march snowstorms that dumped feet of snow on us and think about spring! Like many Mainers, spring for me means yard cleanup, getting on my bike(s) more and dusting off my golf clubs for the Maine Truck PAC golf tournament that will be held again this year at Natanis Golf Course in Vassalboro. I hope you will join us on June 14th for what is always a great day of fun and camaraderie with Maine’s trucking leaders, all to benefit our political action committee that supports business (and trucking) friendly candidates. Registration is now open at mmta.com/golf or you can call Sylvia at the MMTA to sign up to play, sponsor a hole or sponsor the event. I look forward to seeing you at Natanis on June 14th.

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Speaking of politics, I was happy to join a small group representing the MMTA1-800-924-0041 in Washington, DC recently. We had great conversations with Maine’s congressional delegation during a very busy time Cell: 207-551-2048 in our nation’s capital. We talked about the truck driver and technician shortage and asked that they be aware of the issue so that they could support measures in the future that might positively impact employment in the trucking industry. We also discussed F4A and the importance of not having a !" Primary Liability patchwork of 50 state regulations for our industry to have to comply with, and the necessity for the !" Bobtail/Deadhead issue to be addressed sooner rather than later. Also on !" the agenda autonomous vehicles and the Physical was Damage evolution of safety technology, the Association’s long-standing position on infrastructure investment !" Property and funding, as well as Maine’s Real ID conundrum and its impact onComp our CDL credential. If you would !" Workers like more detail on our meetings and the topics we discussed, please feel free to give Brian or Tim a call. !" Trailer Interchange

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Finally, I am pleased to be able to point out the feature that starts on page 20. Written by Dr. Saito, Medical Director for Workplace Health, this is the first article in a series focusing on driver health and wellness. Future articles will be written by another leading occupational health provider in Maine, Concentra, as well as from the perspective of our own workers’ compensation program with a contribution from the MMTA Workers’ Comp. Trust’s Claims Manager, Tammy Moody. Those who know me know the important role fitness plays in my life and I have asked the MMTA staff to count Ttruck RANSPORTATION D me in for any opportunity to share this message with MMTA members and especially our drivers. We are hopeful that this series of articles can be used as a call to action for executives and drivers alike to integrate healthy choices in our everyday lives.

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SENATE PASSES BILL TO OVERTURN ‘BLACKLISTING’ EXECUTIVE ORDER The Senate has passed House Joint Resolution 37, a measure that would repeal the Obama Administration’s so-called “Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces” rule via the Congressional Review Act. This common sense resolution, which has been strongly endorsed by ATA, was passed by the House in early February, and will now be presented to the White House for President Trump’s signature. The Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order, an Obama administration regulation scheduled to go into effect this October, would have prevented companies from competing for government contracts if they are facing even the possibility of a labor violation. Specifically, the order would have required contractors and subcontractors to disclose any labor law violations or alleged labor law violations, as well as the state equivalent to those laws for a period of three years leading up to a federal contract bid. This disclosure process would bog down Federal procurement with unnecessary and burdensome processes, and lead to a “blacklisting” of federal contractors, and a decrease in competitive contract bids. ATA Executive Vice President for Advocacy Bill Sullivan expressed the trucking industry’s appreciation for the Senate’s actions, noting that the “repeal of the ‘blacklisting’ rule by Congress is a positive step toward injecting common sense into the regulatory process.” Sullivan further said that “we appreciate Congress stepping up and taking a leadership role in reversing this rule that could have unduly excluded carriers from earning contracts to move freight for the government, and we hope that this type of oversight signals the dawn of a new era of inclusive and data-driven regulations.”

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DOT INSPECTOR GENERAL AND FMCSA CONFIRM THAT 2013 HOS RESTART RESTRICTIONS SHOWED NO SAFETY BENEFIT

The Inspector General for the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have reported out that a congressionally-mandated study found no net benefit from the 2013 hours-of-service (HOS) restart restrictions placed on the trucking industry. The IG report stated that the study “did not explicitly identify a net benefit from the use of the two suspended provisions on driver operations, safety, fatigue and health.” The impact of these reported findings, per the most recent Continuing Resolution passed by Congress in December, is that the two restrictions, which limited professional drivers to one restart period every 168 hours and required that period to contain two periods of between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., are permanently suspended, marking a significant and resounding victory for ATA and the trucking industry. Following the release of these reports, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear said the findings “close what has been a long, and unnecessary, chapter in our industry’s

drive to improve highway safety. We knew from the beginning that these Obama administration restrictions provided no benefit to safety, and in light of the DOT’s findings – corroborated by the DOT Inspector General – it is good for our industry and for the motoring public that they will be done away with permanently as specified by language ATA lead the charge on including in the most recently passed Continuing Resolution.” This concludes the final chapter of a long battle ATA, state trucking associations, industry coalition partners, and Congress have fought against the 2013 HOS restart restrictions. Furthermore, ATA is hopeful that it also signals a move towards regulations that are based on sound science along with input from impacted parties. Working with the new Congress and Trump Administration, ATA is optimistic that future regulatory endeavors are narrowly tailored, supported by strong and credible data and evidence, and impose the least burden possible while implementing congressional intent.

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CVSA’S 2017 INTERNATIONAL ROADCHECK ENFORCEMENT EVENT TO TAKE PLACE JUNE 6-8 WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON CARGO SECUREMENT The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) 30th annual International Roadcheck will take place June 6-8, 2017. Over a 72-hour period, CVSA-certified commercial motor vehicle inspectors in jurisdictions throughout North America will conduct inspections of commercial motor vehicles and their drivers. Each year, International Roadcheck places special emphasis on a category of violations. This year’s focus is cargo securement. While checking for compliance with safe cargo securement regulations is always part of roadside inspections, CVSA is highlighting cargo securement safety this year as a reminder of its importance to highway safety. Inspectors will primarily be conducting the North American Standard Level I Inspection, which is the most thorough roadside inspection. It is a 37-step procedure that includes an examination of both driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness. Drivers are required to provide items such as their driver’s license, hours-of-service documentation, motor carrier registration and shipping documentation, and inspectors will be checking drivers

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PRESIDENT MEETS WITH TRUCKERS AND CEOS On March 23rd, leaders of the American Trucking Associations, accompanied by a group of America’s Road Team Captains, met with President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and other key Administration staff at the White House (Watch President Trump greet ATA leaders and climb up in the Share the Road Truck on the MMTA’s website under Industry News). The event also featured ATA’s Image Truck – Interstate One – and a trailer provided by Jet Express highlighting Trucking Moves America Forward imaging, hauled by ATA’s Share the Road Truck on the White House grounds. The meeting focused primarily on health care, but ATA was able to discuss additional issues including burdensome regulations, infrastructure investment and trucking’s unique role in the American economy. “It is an honor to be invited to the White House and to meet with the President,” ATA President and CEO Chris Spear said in a press release before the event. “This is a tremendous opportunity for our members and drivers to talk about how the health care debate impacts them and their ability to move America’s goods.” “The 7.3 million people who work in the trucking industry - of which 3.5 million are professional truck drivers – have a common thread –to be safe and dependable and that requires a healthy professional behind the wheel,” ATA Chairman Kevin Burch, president of Jet Express Inc., said during the meeting. “One thing for certain the professional men and women

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drivers in America are proud of hauling America’s freight. We are here to tell you Mr. President, that the trucking industry will support you as you work towards solving America’s health care challenges. In addition, we look forward to working with you on improving our workplace, which is our highways.” ATA w a s represented at the meeting by Spear and Burch, as well as ATA members Jim Burg, president and CEO, James Burg Trucking Co., Warren, Mich.; David Congdon, CEO, Old Dominion Freight Line, Thomasville, N.C.; Mike Ducker, president and CEO, FedEx Freight, Memphis, Tenn.; Eric Fuller, CEO, U.S. Xpress Inc., Chattanooga, Tenn.; Neal Kedzie, president, Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association, Madison, Wisc.; Rich McArdle, president, UPS Freight, Richmond, Va.; Dennis Nash, CEO, Kenan Advantage Group, North Canton, Ohio; Tonn Ostergard, president and CEO, Crete Carrier

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Corp., Lincoln, Neb., and John Smith, chairman, CRST International Inc., Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Twelve America’s Road Team Captains with a combined 319 years of driving experience and 29.4 million accident-free miles also attended: Steve Fields, Independence, Mo., (YRC Freight); Ralph Garcia, Albuquerque, N.M., (ABF Freight System); David Green, Hot Springs, Ark., (Werner Enterprises); Rhonda Hartman, Des Moines, Iowa, (Old Dominion Freight Line); John Lex, Monroe, Ga., (Walmart Transportation); David Livingston, Springfield, Ga., (TCW Inc.); Don Logan, Eskridge, Kan., (FedEx Freight); Charlton Paul Jr., Chester, N.Y., (UPS Freight); Russell Simpson, South Vienna, Ohio, (Holland Inc.); Todd Stine, Altoona, Pa., (Carbon Express); Barney Earl Taylor, Orlando, Fla., (Penske) and Derrick Whittle, Fieldale, Va., (Cargo Transporters Inc.).

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NEW RESEARCH QUANTIFIES IMPACTS OF NATIONAL REGISTRY OF CERTIFIED MEDICAL EXAMINERS Arlington, VA - The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the trucking industry’s not-for-profit research organization, has released the results of its analysis of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), conducted in collaboration with Mayo Clinic. ATRI and Mayo Clinic jointly surveyed over 900 commercial drivers, 300 motor carriers and 1,200 certified medical examiners (CMEs) to better understand the impacts that the NRCME has had on the trucking industry since its implementation in 2014. The NRCME was designed to improve the DOT physical exam process and ensure that medical examiners understand FMCSA regulations and guidance for issuing medical certificates.

ATRI’s research focused on commercial driver and motor carrier impacts and identified the following: A majority of drivers (63.3%) reported increased exam costs following implementation of the NRCME, yet were not experiencing commensurate improvements in exam quality; only 6.2 percent of drivers reported improved exam quality post-NRCME implementation. 26.6 percent of drivers reported spending 20 minutes or less with their CME, with 6.5 percent of those drivers spending 10 minutes or less, an insufficient time to complete all required processes of a DOT physical. Drivers certified by chiropractors were more likely to have important medical checks omitted. Among the 5.9 percent of drivers who were not issued a medical certificate on the day of their physical exam, 22.6 percent cited having a medical condition

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have received substandard training or are not taking their role seriously. The key seems to strike a balance between meeting the regulatory intent of the examinations and communicating with drivers ahead of time to minimize confusion regarding the need to document clinical stability. This is particularly true for drivers with multiple or complex medical conditions from whom medical examiners do need more documentation in order to make a certification decision.” “The inconsistency in quality of exams provided our drivers creates real challenges for us as a fleet. Where in one terminal location a driver may be required to undergo extensive tests and provide additional documentation prior to getting a medical certificate, drivers in other locations are expedited through with cursory exams,” said Victor Hart, Director of Safety for DOT Transportation. You can download a copy of this report, as well as a white paper detailing the findings of Mayo Clinic’s survey of medical examiners, on ATRI’s website at www.atri-online.org.

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wellness programs, health coaching and easy to access health resources at work and in the community all play an important role in improving driver health and wellbeing. CMV drivers are incredibly alert when it comes to highway hazards. However, disease prevention and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are hard to do while on the road. For example - a drive thru offering fried food may be quicker and easier than going into a café or sandwich shop that offers salads, fruit or vegetables. But over time, neglecting to identify or manage disease will more than likely place a driver in a downward spiral of declining health. What would it take to help decrease your drivers’ risk of crashes and associated costs (monetary & human)? It’s as simple as educating your drivers to see their primary care provider BEFORE their next DOT Medical Certification exam. The annual “checkup” can help identify and control a long list of conditions such as diabetes,

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When looking at the 13 conditions that contribute to increased crash risk these conditions can be modified: 1. Body Mass Index > 35 kg/m2 (severely obese) 2. Diabetes Mellitus requiring treatment with medication 3. Heart Disease or Heart rhythm abnormality 4. High Blood Pressure 5. Visual Exemption 6. Obstructive Sleep Apnea 7. Kidney disease 8. Lung disease with pulmonary function test abnormality 9. Epilepsy seizure free for >10 years 10. Musculoskeletal disease requiring medical, surgical or prosthetic treatment 11. Stroke or paralysis 12. Major mental illness 13. Strong pain medicines or muscle relaxants

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high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea. Left unchecked any of these conditions could bring your drivers’ career to a dead stop. Safety initiatives around the nation have begun so let us help Maine drivers embrace healthier lifestyles and reduce reportable DOT crashes. As noted in the chairman’s message, MMTA wants to provide its members with practical information that will help your drivers prevent diseases that could impact their work, their driving careers, and most importantly, their personal health and wellbeing. MMTA has partnered with two of Maine’s leading occupational medicine providers, Concentra and MaineGeneral’sWorkplace Health, to develop a series of articles focusing on improving driver health.

Additional thoughts: • Stay safer on the road and help maintain your certification longer. • See your clinician for an annual physical before your DOT exam • Know your numbers: blood pressure, cholesterol, sugars and weight • Get your age appropriate screens (colonoscopy after age 50) • Pack a healthy lunch or snack- avoid fast foods, grab fruit, pretzels, veggies • If you must use fast food, choose grilled chicken, don’t super-size, avoid soda, ask for fruit or yogurt parfait • Drink water • Stretch when you get out of the truck • Get enough rest (7-8 hours of sleep/night) • Choose a hotel with a gym if staying over night • Lose weight Treatment, prevention and wellness will help keep you trucking!

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TIPS FROM DRIVINGHEALTHY.ORG Living Healthy on the Road Living healthy on the road is challenging, but not impossible. By being creative, you can find ways to add exercise to your daily routines. We hope that you’ll use the tips below and look for other ways to add activity when you’re on the road. Exercising on the Road Need some guidance in developing a workout plan? There are numerous exercise resources online and through phone or tablet applications. These resources range from workout podcasts, to videos, to images of exercise instructions. Many of these resources are free and can be completed with little to no added equipment. For example, the National Health Service’s Get Fit with Strength and Flex plan aims to improve your health and wellbeing in five weeks. The plan includes weekly podcasts and videos of all exercises included in the plan (preview the exercises). Several additional plans are also featured on the NHS website. Not sure which type of exercise you prefer? Looking for something new? The Huffington Post Canada has gathered 20 of the best free online workouts. The page includes an overview summary of each video workout series along with a link to the series. If you prefer a do-it-yourself approach to exercising, look for exercise opportunities that you can work into your schedule: • Take a jump rope along with you and jump rope at rest areas. • Walk or jog around rest areas for cardio. • Carry resistance bands or use water bottles or cans as weights for conditioning activities. • Take advantage of truck stop resources like StayFit from TA and Petro. As part of the StayFit program, select locations now offer fitness rooms and walking/ running trail maps. Note: The bold text above are hyperlinked on drivinghealthy.org. For access to these hyperlinks, visit their website at http://www.drivinghealthy.org/eatingandlivinghealthy/ living-healthy/roadliving/

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CONDOLENCES David Wells Harmon October 21, 1932 - February 25, 2017 David Wells Harmon of Bradenton Florida, formerly of Falmouth, Maine died February 25, 2017. He was born on October 21, 1932 in Hollis, Maine the son of Dorothy Potter Harmon and Harry A. Harmon. He grew up in Portland in the Rosemont area and graduated from Deering High School. He attended Boston University, graduating with a degree in Business Administration. Following college, he was drafted in to the Army and served as a Cryptologist with the 50th Signal Battalion. Upon discharge, he went to work at Hunnewell Trucking Company and became Vice President. When the business was sold, David went to work at Maine Fisheries as Office Manager and later as Assistant General Manager. He finished his working career at Atlantic Great Dane, Inc. as Office Manager and Accountant. David enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and after retirement spent time building and flying remote control airplanes. David was an active member of the Falmouth Congregational United Church of Christ and served as a member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Maine Conference, UCC. He was President of the Maine Truckers Association and a member of the Portland Rotary Club. Upon moving to Florida, he joined the First Congregational United Church of Christ in Sarasota, Florida David married Joyce Stearns in 1957 at the Woodford’s Congregational Church and they moved to Falmouth in 1960. They have two children, Jeffrey David Harmon, and Bethany Joyce Harmon.

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Family was always the priority for David and they had many wonderful times camping and spending time at the family cottage at Sebago. He was always available to help with Boy Scouts or attend school and sports activities. He never missed the grandchildren’s baseball and field hockey games. David was also a life-long Red Sox fan. In 2011 David and his wife Joyce moved to Bradenton Florida. David is survived by his wife Joyce, son Jeffrey and wife Lisa of Auburn, Maine, daughter Bethany of Parrish, Florida, grandson Matthew and his wife Ashley of Williamstown, MA, granddaughter Katherine of New York City, sisters Ruth Hutchins of Yarmouth, Shirley and husband James Cobb of Scarborough and Englewood, Florida brother Daniel of Naples, Florida and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was pre-deceased by his parents and a brother Harry Jr. Services were held on March 7, 2017 at the 1st Congregational UCC,1031 South Euclid Avenue, Sarasota. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made to the Meals on Wheels + Daybreak Program, 811 23rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208-3735.

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Randy Jordan Driver Name:__________________________________ Bayside Transport, Inc. Driver For:___________________________________

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33 # Years Driving:______________________________ 2 # Years With Company:_________________________ Interests, Ken enjoys fishing & traveling with his wife. The and most important interest is with his Charitable/Civic first belief in Jesus Christ the Lord. This is the reason he has the job with Hartt Transportation. Contributions:________________________________

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2017 MAINE PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS May 20, 2017 Dysart’s Trailer Shop, Hermon, ME

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ENTRY FEE: $75.00 ($85.00 Non-Members) per driver. Includes the banquet for contestants and their spouses. HOW MANY DRIVERS MAY A COMPANY ENTER? We ask for no more than two (2) drivers in each of the nine (9) classes, but will accept more if requested. WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Both members and non-members of the Association are eligible. Any city or road driver, including an owner/operator employed by a common, contract or private carrier, who has an accident free record for at least 12 months prior to entry and participation are eligible. HOW DO WE ENTER THE 2017 MAINE PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVING CHAMPIONSHIPS? Simply complete the Entry Form online (www.mmta.com/tdc) and send in the entry fees for your drivers, any extra banquet tickets requested and any donation you care to make. We’ll send you the requested Driver Packs by return mail so that you can get the application completed and back to us well before the May 12th deadline. This will also give your driver(s) time to study the material. IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE WE SHOULD KNOW? Yes, the awards banquet will be held in the evening following the competition. CONTESTANTS and SPOUSES are guests, as are JUDGES. Extra tickets are available at $25.00 each, but must be ordered prior to May 12, 2017. We would encourage every company with contestants to show their support by having representation at the banquet. The evening banquet will be held at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer with social hour from 5:00 - 6:00 pm. Dinner and awards 6:00 - 8:00 pm. CLOSING DATE IS MAY 12, 2017 – NO RESERVATIONS OR REFUNDS AFTER THAT DATE YOUR EARLY RETURN WILL GET DRIVERS THE STUDY MATERIAL THEY NEED FOR THE WRITTEN EXAM.

For more information or to register, go to www.mmta.com/tdc Contact: Randy DeVault at (207) 623-4128 PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD ON THIS EVENT!! May / June 2017

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DEALERS - REPAIR FACILITIES - FLEETS

Encourage your technicians to join us to test their knowledge or learn something new with our many training stations and competitions. It’s a fun and action-packed day for those responsible for efficiently fixing and maintaining the evolving technology of today’s truck fleets. JOIN US FOR THE 2017 PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN SKILLS COMPETITION WHEN: WHERE:

MAY 20, 2017 EASTERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BANGOR, ME

The event will begin with a general knowledge written test. 2017 Workstation Challenges:

TIRE AND WHEEL ENGINE (ELECTRICAL) PRECISION MEASUREMENT AIR CONDITIONER DIAGNOSTICS STARTING AND CHARGING Awards will be presented for the following:

BRAKES ENGINE (MECHANICAL) WHEEL END ASSEMBLY FASTENERS AUTOMATED TRANSMISSION

Written Test Each Workstation First, Second & Third Place Winners

The Grand Champion will advance to compete in the National Technician Skills Competition to be held September 18-21 in Orlando, FL. * This event is set up for maximum of 20 technicians. Should we exceed that amount, we will implement a written test prior to the event.

For more information or to register, go to www.mmta.com/ptsc Contact: Randy DeVault at (207) 623-4128

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2017 MMTA PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN SKILLS COMPETITION May 20, 2017 Eastern Maine Community College Bangor, ME

FACT SHEET ENTRY FEE: None. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we are able to waive the entry fee which includes the banquet for contestants and their spouse. WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Both members and non-members of the Association can compete. HOW DO WE ENTER THE 2017 PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIANS SKILLS COMPETITION? Simply REGISTER ONLINE (www.mmta.com/ptsc) and send us any requests for extra banquet tickets, and any donations you care to make. We’ll send you the requested forms by return mail so that you can get the application completed and back to us well before the April 21st deadline. IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE WE SHOULD KNOW? Yes, the awards banquet will be held in the evening following the competition. CONTESTANTS and SPOUSES are guests as are JUDGES. Extra tickets are available at $25.00 each, but must be ordered by May 12, 2017. We would encourage every company with contestants to show their support by having representation at the banquet. The evening banquet will be held at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer with social hour from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Dinner and awards 6:00pm to 8:00pm. CLOSING DATE IS APRIL 21, 2017 – NO RESERVATIONS OR REFUNDS AFTER THAT DATE

For more information or to register, go to www.mmta.com/ptsc Contact: Randy DeVault at (207) 623-4128

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