Phillips 66, Sentinel Transportation support SPC’s purchase of Kenworth truck

South Plains College’s purchase of a 2018 Kenworth T880 for its diesel service technology program was made possible by the generous support of Phillips 66 in Levelland and Sentinel Transportation in Sundown.

Phillips 66 donated $3,300 for the delivery of the truck from Billings, Montana, to SPC’s Levelland campus. The College purchased the truck (valued at $60,000) from Sentinel Transportation for a reduced cost of $10,000, providing a resource to diesel students that offers a valuable learning experience with real-world tech.

“To me, this 2018 Kenworth is more than a machine; it is a tool of discipline that will sharpen our students through real hands-on training,” Marie Flores, SPC diesel service technology program coordinator, said. “I'm grateful for any resource that transforms our students into real-world technicians.”

For Josh Sehon, manager of Sentinel Transportation’s terminal in Sundown, diesel mechanics are in high demand, and learning tools, like the Kenworth truck, fill a need.

“We’re happy to partner with SPC and Phillips 66 to make sure the students get the education they need,” Sehon said.

Isaac Castillo, operations supervisor at Phillips 66, said funding the delivery of the truck to SPC is an opportunity for them to continue supporting the community in which they operate.

“It’s the students,” Castillo said regarding the reason for this partnership. “Getting these students qualified with the right training is necessary for when they enter the industry.”

For more information on supporting SPC students and programs, contact the SPC Development Office at 806-716-2019 or sgoldie@southplainscollege.edu.

 

PHOTO CAPTION: Phillips 66 donated $3,300 for the delivery of a 2018 Kenworth T880 to South Plains College’s diesel service technology program in Levelland. The College purchased the truck from Sentinel Transportation for $10,000 to provide a resource to diesel students that offers a valuable learning experience with real-world tech. Pictured from the left in the front are Marie Flores and James Altman. Pictured from the left in the back are Jimmy Stratton, Matt Estrada, Landon Sehon, Jose Zapata, Wyatt Borron, Josh Sehon, Trevor Williams, Gilbert Machado, Calen Been, Isaac Castillo and Zeek Pinon. (SPC Photo)