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Career Outlook

Roles & Responsibilities:

Graduates of the Diesel Equipment Technology Heavy Truck program may have job responsibilities that include diagnosing, inspecting, repairing and servicing a wide range of medium and heavy truck equipment.

Graduates of the Heavy Truck program hold positions as medium/heavy truck service technicians, diesel engine technicians, power train technicians, electrical/electronic technicians, brake technicians and tune-up technicians.

Employers want technicians who can:

Communicate well with others;
Continue to build skills and knowledge;
Work efficiently alone or in team settings; and
Diagnose and repair problems with engines, power trains, rear ends, rear axles, wheel seals, brakes, air-conditioning systems, steering, suspensions, hydraulics, electrical and electronic equipment.

Industry Standards:

In addition to holding a degree or certificate from TSTC, graduates can gain credibility with industry certifications. Graduates can go on to build skills as a Certified Master Technician and Certified Technician from the ADS; Master Technician and Certified Technician from the ASE; Master Technician and Certified Technician through OPE; and Master Service Technician through Briggs & Stratton Corp.

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