Pathway
Diesel Technician
Diesel Technician youth apprentices gain skills related to the preventative maintenance and repair of diesel vehicles and equipment. Apprentices must adhere to industry safety and security standards.
Length of Apprenticeship: One or two years
Job Competencies
Diesel youth apprentices work with a job site mento to demonstrate the following competencies. Youth apprentices must complete the EIGHT required competencies plus TWO of the additional competencies during year 1. Youth apprentices complete an additional TEN competencies in year two. Employers can substitute up to 1 competency per year with other occupationally appropriate skills. Substitutions must be added to the competency list for assessment. Note that where necessary, skills can be simulated.
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Year 1 Required Competencies
- Operate tools and equipment safely
- Maintain work area
- Process work order
- Change oil and filter
- Assist the diagnosis of common concerns
- Acquire vehicle/equipment parts
- Perform electronic diagnosis of vehicle
- Assist with preventative maintenance of Diesel Engines
Year 2 Additional Competencies
- Assist with preventative maintenance of brake systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of fuel systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of steering and suspension
- Assist with preventative maintenance of electrical systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of HVAC systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of Hydraulics
- Assist with preventative maintenance of Powertrain/Hydrostatic systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of wheels and tires
- Assist with preventative maintenance of Drivetrain systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of air and exhaust systems
- Assist with preventative maintenance of windshields
- Assist with preventative maintenance of vehicle/equipment frame
- Inspect interior and accessory components
- Assist with preventative maintenance of exterior lighting systems
Related Instruction
Students must enroll in 1 High School Credit or 3 College Credits of related instruction each year they participate in the Youth Apprenticeship program.
Purpose of Related Instruction
The purpose of choosing a related instruction course is to ensure students are learning technical and academic skills that support the student's ability to perform their work tasks. This should be done concurrently with on-the-job training to make relevant connections between learning competencies and work.
Choosing Related Instruction
You will collaborate with your YA Coordinator and School Counselor to determine the most appropriate option for related instruction. A course within your high school directly related to the career pathway is ideal, especially if dual credits and/or hours related to a potential registered apprenticeship are offered.
If there is not a directly related course in your school district, related instruction in the same career cluster is also acceptable.
If there is not a course within that career cluster in your school district, you may request to register for a college course through the Start College Now program with a local technical college, Early College Credit from a local university, or from an alternative provider such as Destinations Career Academy.
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- Small Engines
- Welding
- Electronics
- Auto Mechanics
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- Maintenance and Light Repair
- Four Cycle Small Engines
- Engine Performance
- Auto Service Operations
- Transportation Service Operations
- Intro to Diesel Technology
- Auto Servicing Welding
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- Basic Equipment Fundamentals
- Mobile Equipment Maintenance
- Basic Grade & Construction Math
- CDL Prep
Post Secondary
There are numerous opportunities to continue your education after completing the Youth Apprenticeship program.
Registered Apprenticeships
The Diesel Technician pathway can bridge into a registered apprenticeship as Diesel Technician.