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Powersports & Engine Technology

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Overview

Powersports & Engine Technology offers students many opportunities for hands-on training with motorized equipment and related accessories, such as motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, marine outboard engines, jet skis, trailers, outdoor power equipment, and fork lift trucks. The curriculum focuses on several key areas, including maintenance, engine rebuilds, clutches, drivelines, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, tires, and brakes. The program’s shop houses the latest equipment to help students obtain transferable skills through hands-on learning. Powersports & Engine Technology also offers a unique opportunity for individual growth with the Motorsports Tech Club. This club allows students to run a small business by doing repair work and restorations for real clients. These interactions give club members opportunities to practice customer service, which is a huge asset when entering the workforce. Refurbished units are sold at ycst.info/powersports-sales.


For more insight into the world of powersports, listen to York Tech alumnus Ron Kesselring '79 talk about his many accomplishments while building and racing motorcycles.

Possible Certifications

  • Yamaha

    • Portable Maintenance

    • Introduction to Outboard Systems

    • Introduction to Jet Propulsion

    • YTA Bronze

  • Certified Safety Inspector Cat I, II, or III

  • S/P2

    • Pollution Prevention

    • Automotive Safety

    • Ethics in the Automotive Industry

    • Interview Skills

    • Valvoline Motor Oil

    • Valvoline Automotive Fluids

    • Valvoline Automotive Chemicals

    • WD40

  • Briggs and Stratton 

    • Master Service Technician

    • Vanguard Service Technician

  • Honda Engines EN1 and EN2

  • STIHL Master Wrench Service Technician (Bronze)

  • Equipment & Engine Training Council

    • Four-Stroke Engine

    • Two-Stroke Engine

    • Compact Diesel Engine

    • Electrical Systems

    • Driveline Systems

    • Mechanical Systems

    • Mobile Generators

    • Reel Technology

  • Snap-On Meter Certification

  • OSHA 10

  • Suzuki Marine

    • Technician L1

    • Technician L2

    • Rigging

  • Mercury Marine Level 100 Marine Systems Technician

  • American Welding Society D1.3 Welding Certification

Career Opportunities

Below are the potential job opportunities for students graduating from this program. Foundational careers are those that can usually be obtained immediately after high school with the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech. Technical careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech plus a two-year associates degree. Professional careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech and a four-year college degree (or more).


  • Foundational Careers

    • Motorcycle Entry Level Technician

    • Motorcycle Service Writer

    • Parts Counter Salesperson

    • Motorcycle Assembly Technician

    • Motorcycle Detailer

    • Motorcycle Assembly Line Worker

    • Tire and Wheel Technician

    • Accessory Installation Technician

    • Rental Shop Service Technician

    • OPE Technician   

  • Technical Careers

    • Certified Marine Technician

    • Certified OPE Technician Service Manager

    • Automotive Technician

    • Heavy Equipment Technician

    • Aircraft Technician

    • Race Team Technician

    • Restoration Specialist

    • Insurance Claims Advisor

    • Master Engine Builder

    • Industrial Machinery Mechanic

  • Professional Careers

    • Motorcycle Dealership Owner

    • Motorcycle Designer

    • OPE Dealership Owner

    • Marine Dealership Owner

    • Aircraft Service Technician

    • Motorcycle Engineer

    • Custom Motorcycle Shop Owner

    • Powersports Instructor

    • Mechanical Engineer

    • Recreational Vehicle Designer/Engineer

What to Expect

This is a standalone program that does not rotate with any other programs. Students accepted into it will take Powersports & Engine Technology courses during all four years at York Tech, with the exception being students who participate in a co-op opportunity during their senior year.

Uniform

Students at York Tech are required to wear a uniform at all times. While in their shop classes, they must wear the uniform designated by the program instructor. At all other times, students may wear their shop uniform OR York Tech apparel, which is sold through the School Store and the Fan Shop. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code. 


The specific uniform requirements for Powersports & Engine Technology can be viewed below. All items that are hyperlinked must be purchased from the online store associated with the link. Items not hyperlinked may be purchased from any retailer, unless noted otherwise.


Required Items


Optional Items


*Some items sold in the Fan Shop, such as hats, may not be worn during school. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.

How to Apply

More information about how to submit an application for York Tech's full-time high school programs can be found on the full-time admissions web page.

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