Four Star Freightliner, a leading truck dealership in the Southeast, has taken a significant step in workforce development by registering its Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program with the state of Alabama. Known for providing top-tier medium and heavy-duty trucks from Daimler brands like Freightliner and Western Star, Four Star Freightliner operates seven locations across Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. The company is widely recognized for its commitment to customer service and employee development.
While Four Star Freightliner has run a successful in-house training program for years, the new one meets rigorous standards set by the U.S. Department of Labor. It ensures that apprentices will graduate with nationally recognized credentials, positioning them for long-term success in the diesel technology industry.
“Our existing program has been successful, but I wanted it to be even better,” said David Carroll, Training Director at Four Star Freightliner. “This apprentice program not only enhances the training structure but also allows us to track the progress of each apprentice, helping them achieve specific competencies and milestones. They’ll gain certifications, skills, and confidence that will make them standout technicians in our industry.”
“Through this program, we can help apprentices not only learn but excel. By the time they finish, they’ll be highly qualified and ready to hit the ground running as diesel technicians.”
What Makes the Program Unique
The Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program at Four Star Freightliner offers a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience with several key features:
- Mentorship and On-the-Job Training: Apprentices work alongside experienced mentors and receive their own professional toolboxes.
- Competency-Based Progress: Skills are tracked, with pay increases awarded as apprentices reach specific milestones.
- Career-Ready Graduates: After completing the one-year program, participants will be system-certified and fully prepared for high-wage careers in diesel technology.
- Proven Workforce Model: Registered apprenticeships are recognized nationwide as an effective way to meet industry needs by increasing productivity, retention, and diversity.
The registration of this program is just one part of Four Star Freightliner’s broader strategy to support its workforce and create career opportunities. Carroll also plans to work with officials in Georgia and Florida to extend the registered apprenticeship to those states, ensuring that apprentices in all locations can access the same nationally accredited training.
For more information about Four Star Freightliner’s Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program, visit fourstarfreightliner.com/apprenticeships or contact David Carroll at 1-800-239-8785.
Sherri Blevins is a writer for Mountain Valley News and a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
