When: Oct. 16-17, 2026, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Stuart Rush (formerly CM Motors), 201 Rock Lititz Blvd, Pod 2 Suite #40, Lititz, PA 17543
This hands-on, 2-day, ETCP-recognized training course delves deep into the mechanical and electrical aspects to help technicians understand how to complete an inspection as well as preventative maintenance and repair of the Lodestar/Prostar product lines.
Our Motor Mechanic course is designed for professionals with the responsibility for ensuring safe and consistent operations of the market’s favorite Lodestar and Prostar hoists.
Your registration includes:
- Two full days of in-person, hands-on training
- Lunch each day
- The opportunity to learn directly from experienced industry professionals while connecting with colleagues and peers
Pricing:
Early-Bird Pricing (through Sept. 20):
Member: $299
Non-Member: $349
Late Rate (Sept. 21 - Oct. 11):
Member: $349
Non-Member: $399
Registration closes Sunday, Oct. 11th, at 11:59 pm EDT.
Travel and hotel accommodations are not included in this rate.
We are incredibly grateful to Stuart Rush, our longtime organizational partner, for helping make it possible for USITT to offer this level of training at such an extraordinary price.
DISCLAIMER: Each class is contingent upon a minimum of 14 attendees and may be cancelled if this minimum is not met. Please do not book flights and/or hotels that cannot be canceled without a cancellation fee until we know that the class minimum has been met. We will likely make the call on October 2nd. Southwest Airlines does not charge a cancellation fee, nor do most hotels that are booked directly, as long as they are cancelled within 24 or 48 hours of the planned arrival.
Instructors
Ken Tilson
37 years working in the Hoist Industry. Joined Columbus McKinnon, now owned by Stuart-Rush in 1989.
Positions held, Application Engineer, Product & Application Engineering Manager, Global Product Manager, Vertical Market Manager Entertainment and currently, Business Development Manager Entertainment.
Primary voting member for Stuart-Rush on the ESTA Rigging working group, creating standards for the Entertainment Industry. Part time trainer on Inspection/maintenance schools for Lodestar and Prostar Entertainment electric chain hoist, recognized by ETCP.
Nick Fleming
Nick Fleming has been a driving force behind Stuart Rush's Entertainment division since 2017, contributing his expertise across both Business Development and Training. Before joining the Stuart Rush family, Nick built an impressive foundation in the industry — leading the Rigging and Rope Access Department at Walt Disney World, running his own rope access company, and operating a Warranty Repair Center specializing in Stuart Rush products.
That hands-on experience, across both Fortune 500 giants and agile small businesses, gives Nick a rare, well-rounded perspective that he brings to every client interaction and training engagement.
Nick has played a pivotal role in elevating Stuart Rush's training programs to industry-leading status. His dedication to safety, technical excellence, and real-world application makes him an invaluable resource for both Entertainment and Industrial training — and a trusted partner for anyone looking to sharpen their skills in the field.
