Darron Craddieth
Diesel Mechanic
Ryder
Houston, TX USA
“Pick a goal and do not change it for nothing. Fight for it!”
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By Roadtrip NationDarron Craddieth
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Started out his career in the military—was ready to make that his life’s pursuit, but was forced to retire.
When he left the military, he found himself at a crossroads as far as what he wanted to do with the rest of his life.
Found out that there was a Universal Technical Institute in Houston, TX and decided to go there in order to have more job opportunities.
He felt like he had finally found a place he belonged and could make a future in the diesel industry.
Says he discovered that he loved working on diesel trucks because they are bigger and more enjoyable to work on than cars.
Admits that he struggled trying to understand some of the more complicated aspects of the diesel engine, but credits his education at UTI with setting him up for success.
Says that getting an education has been his greatest achievement and he continues to take classes to learn everything he can.
Emphasizes the importance of setting goals for yourself and doing everything you can to achieve them.
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Education
High School
Associate's Degree
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Career
Diesel Mechanic
I am a diesel mechanic performing maintenance on a variety of trucks.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Engineering
Armed Services
Accomplishing Goals
Day to Day
My day is spent fixing any trucks that come into our shop in order to sell them or rent them out.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for college students
Set your goals and don't change them for anything.
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Peers:
"You can't stay in the military. "
Challenges I Overcame
Learning Issues
Interviewed By
Changing Gears
Auto and diesel technician careers
