AY25 Academic Catalog/Handbook

Diesel Equipment Technology

Diesel equipment technicians work in a variety of different types of repair shops or in the field performing repairs on heavy trucks or diesel equipment and engines for customers. Repairs often involve the technician using a variety of tools and specialized equipment. In recent times computers diagnostic equipment is used in virtual all facets of the repair process. Diesel technicians are often paid an hourly wage and overtime hours are readily available. As a result, diesel technicians can make a higher annual wage than their hourly rate would indicate.

Program Advisors:

Jeffrey Wyatt

Diesel Equipment Technology Instructor

Truck Repair Technician Diploma, Heart of Georgia Technical College
CDL Certificate - Oconee Fall Line Technical College

478-274-7864

jwyatt@oftc.edu