Professional Technician Development Committee Information Report: 2010-1: The Matriculation Process: A Proven Pathway for New Technician Success in the Workplace

Most fleets use a thoughtful approach in the hiring of technicians. However, many of these same companies take a minimalist approach to matriculation. This can lead to poor performance, unacceptable conduct issues and poor employee retention. The purpose of this document is to help fleet managers ensure that all newly hired graduates of technical trade schools make a successful transition to the next level of their career objectives. This document covers matriculation guidelines from orientation to assimilation, offering principles and advice designed to help both managers and new technicians during the transition process.

Issued: October 2010