The Bus Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship is an in-development apprenticeship initiative designed to address the critical shortage of skilled bus mechanic technicians across Pennsylvania's public transportation sector. This program combines on-the-job training with technical instruction to create career pathways in the transportation industry. The goal is for the program to be a state-wide registered program. 

    Who Can Participate

    Participants must be employed at a participating public transit agency that is a member of the Pennsylvania Public Transportation Association (PPTA).

    For more information contact:
    Kim Whetsell 
    Executive Director, PPTA
    info@ppta.net 
    717.234.7211
     

    Program Benefits

    • Learn while you earn with full-time employment
    • Receive comprehensive technical training
    • Earn industry-recognized credentials:
      o    EPA 608 Technician Certificate
      o    EPA 609 Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Certificate
      o    PA State Inspection License
      o    PA Emissions Inspection License
    • Career advancement opportunities
    • Competitive wages with scheduled increases
       

    Training Details

    • Combination of on-the-job training and related technical instruction
    • Interactive online learning platform for technical instruction
    • Hands-on lab training
    • Regular assessments and evaluations
    • Mentorship from experienced technicians
    • Program duration: Approximately 24 months

    Key Partners

    • Pennsylvania College of Technology (Apprenticeship Sponsor)
    • PennTRAIN (PA Transportation Resource and Information Network)

    Support Services

    Through partnerships with Community Action Agencies, participants may receive assistance with:

    • Transportation
    • Childcare
    • Career development services
    • Other barrier remediation support

       

    The Bus Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program is funded in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

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