How To Become A Diesel Mechanic

[@mikethemechanic7395]

23 year Diesel mechanic. No trade school. But what I did do. I got certs online and went to day classes. CDL, EPA 608,609, Cummins, tire cert. You name it. Learned on the job. Only thing a college Diesel degree will earn you is management…… You don’t need a trade school. You can learn it on the job in 2024.

[@careersuccesscenter]

Thanks for the great info, glad it all worked out for you! That is why ATS is committed to building our diesel mechanic training program bigger and better every year. 😊

[@tuneunleashed]

True but nobody wants to train 🤷🏽‍♂️ so trade school is my only option

[@jesuslemus1668]

That’s what I been doing ever since

[@Cbeast]

This video cleared up some questions. Appreciate it!

[@careersuccesscenter]

Glad it helped! Let us know if you have any other questions! 😊

[@evanmoss6895]

Im already currently going to school. But would you say going to school and learning concepts and theory of operation would be beneficial to on the job training and help you learn significantly faster?

[@twostroke12v71]

Great information

[@careersuccesscenter]

Thank you, glad it could help! Let us know if you have any other questions we can answer. 😊

[@Dd-760-]

Not worth it. Mechanics get treated like trash. $30hr x 40 hrs= 1200 minus the torque wrench that needs to be recalibrated -$160 Gloves and PPE not supplied $20 Taxes. Yeah not worth it anymore.

[@careersuccesscenter]

I'm sorry to hear about your negative experience in the transportation repair industry. While some areas use a straight hourly pay system, many, including ATS, have performance-based pay structures that allow for higher earnings. ATS also offers tool allowances and PPE to ensure employee safety. It's important to note that experiences can vary widely across different sectors, such as auto body, automotive, and diesel repair, as well as between small and large companies. I recommend touring and interviewing with multiple organizations to find the right fit for your career in transportation repair. We have some great resources to help you find the right fit for you as well, you can find them here: www.atsinc.com/corporate-careers/success-center?pageNumber=0&search=diesel&sortType=published_date&sortOrder=asc

[@ignatiousmuzvuru4287]

Does ATS accept student from Africa, i am very passionate about being a diesel mechanic. I am 33 and until now i could not find a career career path to follow and this might just be for me.

[@careersuccesscenter]

Thank you for reaching out and expressing your interest in pursuing a career as a diesel mechanic with ATS. We appreciate your passion and enthusiasm for this field. At this time, ATS does not sponsor employees for work visas or provide support for international relocation. However, we encourage you to explore local opportunities or educational programs in your area that might align with your career goals. If you have any further questions or need additional guidance, please feel free to reach out.

[@MetallicHeatTreatment]

Can felons get a job as a diesel mechanic?

[@careersuccesscenter]

Here at ATS, we have a policy to conduct a background check as part of our hiring process. Background checks are assessed based on established criteria. All businesses are different however, and that would be a question for the individual company you are looking to work for. Hope this helps and good luck on your career journey!

[@MetallicHeatTreatment]

@@careersuccesscenter Alright. Has your company hired felons in the past? If so what felonies are turned away?

[@AmandeepSingh-bf8ts]

How to start?

[@careersuccesscenter]

Are you located in central Minnesota? If not, you want to reach out to your local shops to see if they have training programs.

[@ishmael4014]

How to start ?? I currently live in Zimbabwe, is there any online classes??

[@firstgenerationfarmer9991]

@@careersuccesscenter what do you consider central Minnesota?