HFC and DDOT partner on 12-week Heavy Duty Transit Mechanic program

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The 12-week Heavy Duty Transit Mechanic pre-apprentice training program begins on March 23.

HFC and the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) are partnering on a Heavy Duty Transit Mechanic pre-apprentice training program in the automotive labs of the HFC Technology Building (Building E on the main campus), which runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for 12 weeks.

  • The first session begins Monday, March 23.
  • The second session begins Monday, May 18.

This hands-on training program prepares you for a job working on DDOT buses and other heavy-duty diesel equipment. The skills are transferable to other heavy-duty equipment suppliers. Recognized with a Michigan Apprenticeship Readiness Certificate (MARC) Level II Endorsement, this program meets high-quality standards for apprenticeship readiness in Michigan.

You will gain the following:

  • Hands-on training with DDOT buses
  • Industry-recognized preparation
  • Direct pathway to employment opportunities
  • Transferrable skills

Requirements

Screening requirements include:

  • A high school diploma or GED.
  • Be CDL-B eligible to obtain the necessary Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit.
  • A valid Michigan driver’s license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record.
  • Some mechanical experience.
  • Pass all required pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, an FTA-compliant drug screening (no drugs in your system), a physical examination, and a motor vehicle record review.

“The Heavy-Duty Transit Mechanic program prepares students with the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to meet today’s transit workforce demands. Through hands-on training and industry collaboration, students gain real-world experience that positions them for immediate entry into high-demand careers,” said Dr. Patricia Chatman, Dean of the HFC School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development (BEPD).

Tuition is free for qualified applicants. There will only be 16 students per class. Textbooks are included. For questions or more information, contact Chatman at pchatman@hfcc.edu.