Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technologies

Generally, over half the investment of a mining, construction, highway transportation, or logging business is in its equipment. Good preventive maintenance is a priority and contributes to the success of the business. The hands-on approach of AVTEC’s Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technologies program helps students learn how to service, maintain, and repair equipment ranging from semi-trucks to bulldozers.

As most equipment is powered by diesel engines, students will disassemble, measure, and reassemble engines to factory specifications. The technology changes in the past few years have led to the use of laptop and dedicated scan tools for diagnosis of electronically controlled engines and systems. Because of the complexity of this equipment, students should have good mechanical aptitude, strong reading and mathematics skills, and possess a good work ethic and the desire to succeed. The nature of the training requires that students sometimes work outdoors. Warm clothing, rain gear, and proper safety boots are required. Construction equipment such as dump trucks, road graders, front-end loaders, backhoes, bulldozers, and large transport trucks are utilized by students developing mechanical skills.

Program Details

  • Program Offered In: January, August
  • Training Times: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday
  • Clock Hours: 1080

Requirements

Information Technology Requirements

Demonstrate understanding using the following electronic equipment and functions:

  • Laptop Computers
  • Electronic Tablets (iPads are provided as part of the books and supplies)
  • Understand opening, reading, sending, and replying to email
  • Have a valid email address
  • Thorough understanding of computer graphic interfaces, specifically Windows
  • Operate and interpret diagnostic equipment, including scan tools utilizing OEM software

Employment Requirements

  • Clean driving record, with the ability to earn a valid Alaska driver’s license
  • Able to begin the process to earn a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Demonstrate the ability to show up on time, rested, and dressed for the workday
  • Safety-conscious and situationally aware of surroundings
  • Understands and willingly enforces industry safety standards
  • May need to be able to apply for and receive a TWIC card

Program-Specific Requirements

  • Ability to succeed in a high-paced environment with rigorous academic and technical training
  • Comfortable with constant physical activity, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching
  • Lift 75 pounds, carry 50 pounds, push 100 pounds, and pull 50 pounds
  • Vision is critical; prescription safety glasses are recommended for students with prescription lenses
  • Supply properly fitting work clothes and steel-toe or reinforced-toe work boots
  • Be prepared and dressed appropriately for working in inclement winter weather

Industry Certifications

  • OSHA 10
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Receive training to obtain EPA 609 certification for handling of refrigerants
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