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Industrial Diesel Mechanics

Industrial Diesel Mechanics

In this program, you will begin your career by learning how to perform general vehicle/engine maintenance including changing fluids and replacing various components. You will test, diagnose, and repair heavy diesel engines along with hydraulic, air brake and electronic fuel delivery systems. You will learn about vehicle electronics by reading schematics and using advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and repair issues.

A mechanic in a workshop meticulously works on a vehicle engine using tools.

Career Expectations

  • Some positions require a commercial driver’s license (CDL)
  • Work in various conditions/positions (tight spaces/noisy/dusty/odorous)
  • Read/diagram repair/maintenance reports
  • Record information (time/materials used/accidents/changes to work)
  • Comply with standards/policies/procedures (safety/maintenance)
  • Perform maintenance/troubleshooting for tools/equipment
  • Diagnose/analyze error messages to identify/correct issues
  • Understand/use parts specified in repair bulletins/service manuals
  • Observe/test operation to confirm repair and safe vehicle operation
  • Work on various types of diesel equipment (farm, over-the-road, power generation, construction, rail)
  • Understand the overlapping work duties associated with fleet management
  • Work collaboratively with experts across the transportation pathway

 

A mechanic works under the hood of a car, inspecting and repairing engine parts.

Ohio Department of Education & Workforce Development Courses

Year 1

  • Truck Diesel Engines
  • Truck Braking Systems

Year 2

  • Ground Transportation Electrical/Electronics
  • Ground Transportation Maintenance 

 

View complete course guide here

Next Ready Skills

At Great Oaks, you’ll do more than learn a trade; you’ll master NextReady skills like clear communication and problem-solving that help you get hired. You will get a head start on building a professional reputation for being dependable, adaptable, and technically skilled before you even graduate

Effective Communicators

Maintain accurate inspection/repair reports and professionally manage customer expectations during service delays.

Critical Thinkers

Use electronic databases/service manuals to troubleshoot complex electrical/engine “gremlins” and analyze error codes for effective repairs.

Adapt­able Navigators

Keep pace with new transportation technologies and prioritize repairs quickly when urgent safety failures/recalls are discovered.

Account­able Employees

Take responsibility for issues resulting in re-work, adhere to hazardous waste regulations and avoid shortcuts even when under pressure/time constraints.

Skilled Professionals

Master use of high-end diagnostic tools, obtain/maintain industry certifications to pursue long-term career growth and model the consistent use of PPE.

Bottom Line: If you like big power, don’t mind hard physical work, and want to keep the trucks and equipment that build and maintain our country running, Industrial Diesel Mechanics may be right for you.

Contact the Instructors

Robert Roush

Laurel Oaks

Fred Pensante

Scarlet Oaks