Are you one of the 72 million Americans planning to take an RV trip in the next year? If so, one important resource to be familiar with is RV Technical Institute-certified technicians, who are trained and prepared to help get your RV back on the road.

These certified professionals undergo rigorous training and adhere to industry best practices, ensuring they have the expertise to diagnose and repair a wide range of RV issues accurately and efficiently. Choosing an RV Technical Institute-certified technician provides peace of mind, knowing your adventure is in capable hands.

So, why look for technicians trained by the RV Technical Institute?

1. The RV Technical Institute is the only industry-backed RV technician training program.
   
   Based in Elkhart, IN (the “RV Capital of the World”), the RV Technical Institute (RVTI) was founded in 2019 by the RV Industry Association and the RV Dealers Association.

   The program leveraged decades of industry experience and partnered with the top RV manufacturers and suppliers in the RV industry. Together, they developed the most up-to-date and influential RV technician training curriculum ever built. As a result of this industry-wide support, the RV Technical Institute has become a nationally-recognized RV service technician training program.

   Additionally, the RV Technical Institute is considered the RV industry’s gold standard, with a mission to improve the RV consumer experience, decrease repair times, and increase the number of trained RV service technicians.

2. RV technicians certified by the RV Technical Institute complete a thorough training process.
   
   Technicians who have completed the RV Technical Institute’s program have demonstrated their expertise in RV systems, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair.
   
   All technicians certified by the RV Technical Institute are qualified to conduct pre-delivery inspections, as well as troubleshoot and repair the seven major systems and components within an RV (propane, electrical, water, appliances, generators, chassis and body).
   
   More information on the training program is available here.
    
3. RV Technical Institute-trained service technicians are easy to find!
   
   To find an RV service technician near you, view the RV Technical Institute’s “Find a Certified RV Technician” map, which lists qualified RV technicians across the United States and Canada.
   
   RV Technical Institute-trained technicians are often hired by RV manufacturers, suppliers, dealerships, and repair shops. They’re also hired by companies who focus on RV service and maintenance.
   
   Additionally, many technicians trained by the RV Technical Institute launch their own businesses and become mobile RV technicians. These individuals, who travel with RVs of their own, often stop at locations such as campgrounds and RV parks to assist fellow RVers with service or repairs.
   
   Since the RV Technical Institute was first launched, almost 7,000 RV service technicians have been certified.
    
4. I have additional questions. Where can I learn more?
   
   For questions, please visit the RV Technical Institute’s website or reach out using the contact information below:
   
   • Phone: 574-549-9080
   • Email: RVTI-info@rvti.org
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