Diesel Technology
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Potential Positions
Program graduates work as diesel technicians, repairing and maintaining the diesel engines that power transportation equipment, such as heavy trucks and buses. Some diesel technicians also work on bulldozers, cranes, road graders, farm tractors, and combines. A small number also repair boats or service a variety of diesel-powered electric generators, compressors, and pumps used in oil well drilling and irrigation systems. Employers include diesel dealerships, diesel repair companies, diesel trucking companies, diesel marine dealers, farm equipment companies, and highway contractors. Potential positions include diesel engine specialist, truck technician, bus technician, construction and industrial machinery repair person, marine technician, ASE certified specialist, engine overhaul mechanic and service manager.
Employment Outlook
Within 9 months after graduation, the estimated employment rate for the Diesel Technology program is 100%. The graduate starting median wage is $19.76 with a wage potential of $29.40.
*Graduate wages and placement obtained from SBCTC/WA unemployment files from 2004-05. Wage potential is based out of Whatcom County and obtained from LMEA. For further information, contact the Counseling & Career Center at 360-752-8450.
Typical Tasks
Specific tasks typically required of a diesel and heavy equipment technician include:
? Performing preventative maintenance to ensure safe operation of equipment;
? Inspecting brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other parts and repairing, adjusting or replacing parts;
? Using hand-held computers to diagnose problems and adjust engine functions;
? Troubleshooting, repairing, or replacing engines, transmissions, drive trains, suspension and steering components, brakes, electrical systems, and heating and air conditioning components.
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This program typically starts in Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters
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