Diesel Engine 

Mechanic 

Diesel Engine Mechanics are systematic and resourceful professionals who enjoy analyzing diesel systems and ensuring every item is properly assessed and fixed—getting vehicles back on the road. 

As a Diesel Engine Mechanic, you’ll spend each day collaborating with team members and working with your hands as you inspect and repair vehicles.

You’ll enjoy mechanics and troubleshooting, which you’ll do a lot of as you not only handle routine repairs, but also interpret diagnostic testing and develop repair plans. You’ll also work on a wide range of vehicles, with no two issues ever the same.

What You'll Learn

  • How to use tools and shop equipment
  • How to service and repair diesel engine systems
  • How to service and repair brakes, frames, steering and suspension
  • How to service and repair electrical systems and trailers
  • How to service and repair air conditioning and accessories 

Key Job Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Vehicle systems repair
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Systems monitoring   

Start Your Apprenticeship

Interested in this trade? Learn how to start your apprenticeship.

Technical Training 18 weeks over 2 years
Work-Based Training
3000 HOURS
General Skills
Analytical Coordinated Resourceful Systematic

Technical Training

The classroom is where you learn the technical knowledge to complement your work-based training. Make sure to register as early as possible to secure a seat for technical training with a SkilledTradesBC-designated training provider. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC to find where this program is being offered across the province. 

2024 Program Information and Resources

In effect starting April 1, 2024

Exam Information and Resources

Find exam-related information and resources under each menu item below. Looking for more exam tips? Visit the Exam and Study Support page. 

 

 

 

Program and Exam Updates

  • March 2024: OPSN 2025 005 (Launch of HMT Common Core Level 2 and Level 3 SLEs)

  • March 2024: OPSN 2024 006 (HMT Common Core Level 1 SLE Launch) 

Challenge the Certification Exam

If you have work experience in the trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier to become certified without going through an apprenticeship program. 

If you have some practical experience but do not yet qualify for the certification exam, you may be eligible to challenge a level exam to enter the program at the appropriate level. 

Check the Program Profile on this page for the available pathway options and eligibility details.