5803 - Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

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Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This standard covers nonsupervisory work involved in the maintenance, repair, and modification of heavy duty vehicles and mobile equipment which have utility systems or special hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems, features, or controls designed for such purposes as construction, combat, earth moving, ship loading, firefighting, and comparable industrial or special applications. Examples of heavy duty equipment covered by this series include bulldozers, road graders, crawler tractors, power shovels, locomotives, combat tanks, cranes, large missile transporters, and fire trucks. The repair of major systems (such as diesel, gasoline, multifuel, and turbine engines; automatic, standard, and cross-drive transmissions; heavy duty drive line systems; and hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical utility systems) is included, whether accomplished as part of or apart from repair of the total piece of heavy mobile equipment involved. The work requires knowledge of how heavy duty machinery, engines, parts, and systems work; ability to detect faulty items, determine causes of malfunction, and determine best repair methods; and skill to assemble, disassemble, repair, or modify components and systems.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the TRANSPORTATION/MOBILE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FAMILY, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

The following certifications have been identified as most relevant to the broad duties of this federal occupational series. Please note that these credentials may not reflect all of the unique job functions that you perform within your organization. Also these credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about any credential, click on the credential title below.

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Certified Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technicians Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) In DemandIs In Demand Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) mostMost GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Master Collision Repair Technicians Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Master Truck Equipment Technician Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Master School Bus Technicians Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Hydraulic Specialist (HS) Is Not In Demand International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Is Not In Demand United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) someSome    
Certified Master Automobile Technicians Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Undercar Specialist Exhaust Systems (X1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Automobile Service Consultant (C1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome    
Certified Master Transit Bus Technicians Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Medium/Heavy Truck - Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Truck Equipment - Installation and Repair (E1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Truck Equipment - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair (E2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Truck Equipment - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair (E3) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Transit Bus - Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Engines (H1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Diesel Engines (H2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Drive Train (H3) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Brakes (H4) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Suspension and Steering (H5) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Electrical/Electronic Systems (H6) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Parts Specialist - Automobile Parts Specialist (P2) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost GI BillGI Bill  
Parts Specialist - General Motors Parts Consultant (P4) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) someSome GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I Is Not In Demand Vibration Institute mostMost   AccreditationAccreditation
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) In DemandIs In Demand Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) mostMost   AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II Is Not In Demand Vibration Institute mostMost   AccreditationAccreditation
Master Medium-Heavy Vehicle Technician Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Test (G1) Is Not In Demand National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) mostMost    
Fire Apparatus Technician Level I Is Not In Demand EVT Certification Commission Inc. (EVT) mostMost    
Fire Apparatus Technician Level II Is Not In Demand EVT Certification Commission Inc. (EVT) mostMost    

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Related Civilian Private Sector Occupations

The following civilian private sector occupations are similar to the duties performed by 5803 - Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below.

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Automotive Master Mechanics mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Automotive Specialty Technicians someSome   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment someSome   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Engine and Other Machine Assemblers someSome   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Industrial Machinery Mechanics mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Maintenance and Repair Workers, General someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators someSome Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
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This is an official U.S. Navy websiteUpdated: October 16, 2019
Click here to go to Certified Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

To identify and recognize those medium and heavy truck technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to diagnose, service, and repair different systems of Class 4 through Class 8 trucks and tractors.

Click here to go to Certified Safety Professional (CSP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who support workplace safety practices. Candidates are required to have professional experience that includes safety responsibilities. CSPs conduct worksite assessments, determine risk, measure hazards and controls, evaluate risk and hazard control measures, investigate incidents, maintain incident and loss records, and prepare emergency response plans. Candidates are required to hold a bachelor's degree in any field. CSP candidates must meet experiential requirements that relate to the field of workplace safety. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Master Collision Repair Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

The Collision Repair and Refinish certification is designed to identify and recognize those collision repair technicians and refinishers who possess knowledge of the skills necessary to properly analyze and repair automotive collision damage and correct paint finish damage. The ASE Collision Repair Test Series includes one test for paint refinishers and three other tests for repair technicians, covering non-structural damage repair, structural damage repair, and vehicle mechanical and electrical system repair. These tests are all intended for hands-on collision technicians. ASE also offers a test specially designed for collision damage estimators. To become ASE certified, technicians must pass one or more of the Collision Repair exams and present proof of two years of relevant work experience. Those who pass the three collision repair tests plus the painting and refinishing test become ASE-certified Master Collision Repair/Refinishing technicians. Technicians may substitute two years of relevant formal training for up to one year of the work experience requirement

Click here to go to Certified Master Truck Equipment Technician COOL Snapshot page.

To identify and recognize those truck equipment technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to install, diagnose, service and repair truck equipment and related support systems on all classes of trucks and tractors.

Click here to go to Certified Master School Bus Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

The School Bus Technician certification is designed to identify and recognize those technicians who possess the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair different subsystems of Type A, B, C and D school buses. The ASE School Bus Technician Test Series includes seven certification exams: Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1), Diesel Engines (S2), Drive Train (S3), Brakes (S4), Suspension and Steering (S5), Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6), and Air Conditioning Systems and Controls (S7). While several of these tests parallel existing ASE Medium/Heavy Truck tests, each one is designed to test knowledge of systems that are specific to school buses.

Click here to go to Hydraulic Specialist (HS) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), Hydraulic Specialist (HS) certification is for professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry who design systems, write specifications, and size and select components for hydraulic systems. To earn the HS certification, candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Commercial Driver's License (CDL) COOL Snapshot page.

The United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is for individuals who drive certain Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs). There are three classes of CDLs with endorsements for specialized qualifications for vehicles like school buses, tank trucks, and tractor trailers. The U.S. Department of Transportation requires drivers to obtain and hold a CDL if they operate in interstate, intrastate, or foreign commerce and drive a vehicle that meets one or more of the classifications of a CMV described on the FMSCA website. FMSCA has developed and issued standards for state testing and licensing of CDL holders. These standards require state governments to issue CDLs to certain CMV drivers only after the driver passes knowledge and skills testing that is administered by the state and related to the type of vehicle the driver expects to operate.

Click here to go to Certified Master Automobile Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

The Certified Master Automobile Technicians certification is designed to identify and recognize those automobile and light truck technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUV#s and light duty trucks. The ASE Automobile/Light Truck Test Series includes eight certification exams: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, and Engine Performance. To become ASE certified, technicians must pass one or more of the Automobile exams and present proof of at least two years of relevant work experience. Those who pass all eight exams are recognized as ASE-certified Master Automobile Technicians. Technicians may substitute two years of relevant formal training for up to one year of the work experience requirement.

Click here to go to Undercar Specialist Exhaust Systems (X1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Undercar Specialist Exhaust Systems (X1) certification is for technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose and repair automobile brakes, suspension and steering, and exhaust systems. To earn the Undercar Specialist Exhaust Systems (X1) certification, candidates must be currently certified in both Automobile/Light Truck - Suspension and Steering (A4) and Automobile/Light Truck -Brakes (A5), have at least two years of hands-on work experience, and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose sophisticated diesel engine performance problems on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. To earn the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) certification, candidates must have passed one of the ASE Diesel Engine tests (A9, H2, S2, or T2) and one of the ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems tests (A6, H6, S6 or T6), have three years of relevant work experience, and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile Service Consultant (C1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile Service Consultant (C1) is designed to improve the quality of vehicle service through the voluntary testing and certification of Service Consultant professionals. Candidates must have knowledge in communications, customer and internal relations, vehicle systems knowledge, sales skills, and shop operations. To become ASE certified, candidates must pass the Service Consultant test and show proof of two years of on-the-job work experience as an automotive service writer/consultant or service manager.

Click here to go to Certified Master Transit Bus Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in general engine diagnosis and the diagnosis and repair of the cylinder head and valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems, ignition system, fuel, air induction and exhaust systems, emissions and control systems, and computerized engine controls. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in engine brakes, general engine diagnosis, and the diagnosis and repair of the cylinder head, valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems, air induction and exhaust systems, fuel system and starting and charging system. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the clutch, transmission, driveshaft, universal joint, and drive axle. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in air brakes diagnosis and repair, hydraulic brakes diagnosis and repair, air and hydraulic antilock brake systems (ABS), automatic traction control (ATC), and electronic stability control systems. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the steering system, suspension, frame, 5th wheel, wheels, tires, and hub and the diagnosis, adjustment, and repair of wheel alignment. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the general electrical/electronic system, battery and starting system, charging system, lighting system, and related vehicle systems. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in engine systems, the cab and hood, electrical/electronics, the frame and chassis, and the road/operational test. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - PMI (T8) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Truck Equipment - Installation and Repair (E1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Truck Equipment - Truck Equipment Installation and Repair (E1) certification is for Truck Equipment Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to install, diagnose, service, and repair truck equipment and related support systems on all classes of trucks and tractors. To earn the Truck Equipment - Truck Equipment Installation and Repair (E1) certification, candidates must have two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Truck Equipment - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair (E2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Truck Equipment - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair (E2) certification is for Truck Equipment Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to install, diagnose, service, and repair truck equipment and related support systems on all classes of trucks and tractors. To earn the Truck Equipment - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair (E2) certification, candidates must have two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Truck Equipment - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair (E3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Truck Equipment - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair (E3) certification is for Truck Equipment Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to install, diagnose, service, and repair truck equipment and related support systems on all classes of trucks and tractors. To earn the Truck Equipment - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair (E3) certification, candidates must have two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in safety and emergency equipment systems diagnosis and repair, body and interior maintenance, installed special equipment diagnosis and repair, and heating systems diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in general engine diagnosis, in-chassis engine inspection and repair, and the diagnosis and repair of lubrication and cooling systems, air induction and exhaust systems, the fuel system, and the starting system. To earn the School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in automatic transmission diagnosis and repair, drive shaft and universal joint diagnosis and repair, and drive axle diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and wheel bearings. To earn the School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in steering system diagnosis and repair, suspension systems diagnosis and repair, wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment, and repair, and wheels and tires diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in general electrical/electronic system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and service, and diagnosis and repair of the starting system, charging system, lighting systems, and gauges and instrument warning devices. To earn the School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Engines (H1) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Diesel Engines (H2) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Drive Train (H3) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Brakes (H4) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Suspension and Steering (H5) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Electrical/Electronic Systems (H6) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) certification is for Transit Bus Technicians who demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair various systems on transit buses. To earn the Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) certification, candidates must have at least two years of  hands-on work experience in transit bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) certification is for individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to work competently as a parts specialist in a wholesale, retail, or fleet environment. Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialists possess knowledge about a wide range of component systems as well as communication, sales, and inventory management skills. To earn the Parts Specialist - Medium/Heavy Truck Parts Specialist (P1) certification, candidates must have two years of work experience specifically related to parts counter work and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Parts Specialist - Automobile Parts Specialist (P2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Parts Specialist - Automobile Parts Specialist (P2) certification is for individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to work competently as a parts specialist at a retail or jobber parts store. Automobile Parts Specialists possess knowledge about a wide range of vehicle component systems for all makes and models, as well as customer relations, sales, merchandising, vehicle identification, cataloging, and inventory management skills. To earn the Parts Specialist - Automobile Parts Specialist (P2) certification, candidates must have two years of work experience specifically related to parts counter work and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Parts Specialist - General Motors Parts Consultant (P4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Parts Specialist - General Motors Parts Consultant (P4) certification is for individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to work competently in a General Motors Dealership parts department. General Motors Parts Consultants possess very specific working knowledge of the GM parts, dealer parts and accessories policies and procedure manual and the 19 specific major parts groups. To earn the Parts Specialist - General Motors Parts Consultant (P4) certification, candidates must have two years of work experience specifically related to parts counter work and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Vibration Institute, Certified Vibration Analyst - Category I is an entry-level credential for professionals who specialize in machine and equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and engineering. Vibration Analysts certified at the first level perform a range of single channel machinery vibration condition monitoring and diagnostic activities. This activity may include acquiring data on predetermined routes, testing machinery for predefined procedures, and reading comparisons alert settings. Applicants for the Category I Certified Vibration Analyst certification must meet training and experience requirements and are also required to pass an exam.

Click here to go to Associate Safety Professional (ASP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), Associate Safety Professional certification (ASP) validates an individual's knowledge and experience in the safety profession. ASP certifies an individual's ability to perform at least 50% of professional-level safety duties in safety, health, environment and ergonomics. Safety professionals are required to make worksite assessments to determine risks, potential hazards and controls, evaluate risks and hazard control measures for equipment, systems, facilities and processes, investigate incidents, maintain and evaluate incident and loss records, and prepare emergency response plans. ASP candidates are required to have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in any field or an associate's in safety, health, or the environment, or a closely related field. In addition, candidates must have one year of professional safety experience where safety is at least 50%, preventative, professional level with breadth and depth of safety duties. Candidates must take a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Vibration Institute, Certified Vibration Analyst - Category II is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who specialize in machine and equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and engineering. Vibration Analysts certified at the second level perform basic vibration analysis using single-channel instruments according to established procedures, set-up instruments, and maintain a database of results. Applicants for the Category II Certified Vibration Analyst certification must meet training and experience requirements and are also required to pass an exam.

Click here to go to Master Medium-Heavy Vehicle Technician COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Test (G1) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Fire Apparatus Technician Level I COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Fire Apparatus Technician Level II COOL Snapshot page.

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ANSI

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This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site.

IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job
Registered Apprenticeship
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