The Turf Equipment Service Technician program's instructor is George Klein. He holds an AAAS degree from Walla Walla Community College in AG/Diesel Mechanics and a BS degree in Diesel Power Technology from Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT). In addition, he holds many national and industry certifications, including Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) and Briggs & Stratton Master Service Technician certifications. Raised on a local farm and ranch, he has been around mechanical work all his life, and occasioned to work on a golf course during recent summer months.