With every cut, weld, and repair, over 100 students from five school sites put their technical skills to the test at the first-ever Industrial Technologies Skills Challenge (ITSC). The inaugural event provided a competitive platform for students in welding, automotive, and construction trades to demonstrate their precision, speed, and craftsmanship that meets real-world industry standards.
Local industry professionals served as judges and exhibitors, allowing students to gain hands-on experience while networking with potential employers.
"Exposing students to industry partners is crucial for their success. It helps them understand career opportunities and start building relationships," said David Carter, Supervising Administrator at ROC.
From welding artistry to vehicle diagnostics, students tackled industry-relevant challenges, proving their readiness to enter the skilled trades workforce.
Congratulations to our students, the next generation of trade-skilled professionals!
Component 1- Precision Measuring
1st: Isreal Araiza, ROC
2nd: Brennan Lepis, ROC
3rd: Adeline Pineda, ROC
Component 2 - Brake Systems
1st: Luis Nunez, ROC
2nd: Brennan Lepis, ROC
3rd: Jose Aguilar, ROC
Component 3 - Electrical Systems
1st: Adeline Pineda, ROC
2nd: Isreal Araiza, ROC
3rd: Brennan Lepis, ROC
Component 4 - Tool and Parts ID
1st: Isreal Araiza, ROC
2nd: Emidio Carrasco, ROC
3rd: Jaylynn Guerrero, ROC
Automotive Fundamentals
1st: Jose Castro, ROC
2nd: Brennan Lepis, ROC
3rd: Seth Holt, ROC
Welding Sculpture
1st: Brayden Jamar, ROC
2nd: Raeghan Lepisto, ROC
3rd: Callie Hill, ROC
Welding
1st: Zimmerman Denny, ROC
2nd: Ryan Magana, ROC
3rd: Julian Aguilar-Medina, Arvin High
Automotive Refinishing Technology
1st: Julio Rodriguez, ROC
2nd: Alejandro Aguayu Viramontes, ROC
3rd: Victor Aceves, ROC
Collision Repair Technology
1st: Aiden Owen, ROC
2nd: Marcos Salas, ROC
3rd: Francisco Perez, ROC
Bumper Plastic Repair
1st: Daniel Quintanilla, ROC
2nd: Jesus Zuleta, ROC
3rd:: Walter Jimenez, ROC
Damage Appraisal-Estimating
1st: Nathan Garcia, ROC
2nd: Hunter Clinton, ROC
Electrical
1st: Logan Weeks, ROC
2nd: Anthony Quiroz, ROC
3rd: Luis Garza, ROC
3rd: Julian Juarez, ROC
Plumbing
1st: Jesus Acosta, Wasco High School
2nd: Joel Cruz, ROC
3rd: Kevin Carranza, Wasco High School
Carpentry
1st: Juan Delgado, ROC
2nd: Josh Ramirez, ROC
3rd: Morgan Young, ROC