Diesel Mechanic School Near Los Angeles, CA

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Universal Technical Institute’s Rancho Cucamonga, CA, diesel mechanic school near Los Angeles provides students with hands-on instruction using current industry equipment.¹⁸ UTI Rancho Cucamonga’s diesel mechanic school provides the necessary training to help graduates obtain entry-level roles in diesel technology.¹

The Diesel Technology program at Universal Technical Institute lasts 45 weeks⁷ and offers practical diesel training on how to diagnose, maintain and fix diesel technologies. Students can hone their technician skills, which frequently require them to be inquisitive, determined and able to communicate with their teammates and customers.

Students at UTI Rancho Cucamonga’s diesel school learn how to develop and refine their skills through diesel mechanic courses that include:

Diesel Engines Service & Repair
Diesel Truck Manual Transmission
Diesel Truck Brake Systems & Chassis
Diesel Truck Steering & Suspension Systems
Automotive Climate Control Systems & Repair

Diesel Hydraulic Systems
Vehicle Electronic Systems & Technology
Diesel Truck Transport Refrigeration
Diesel Truck Preventative Maintenance

Skilled diesel technicians are in demand. In fact, there are more than 28,000 estimated average annual diesel technician job openings in the United States.⁴³

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists in the U.S. was $54,360 in May 2022.²⁹ This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and the cost of living in the area.

Most of our diesel mechanic training grads start out working as entry-level mechanics or in other entry-level roles, including:

Diesel technician
Heavy equipment repair technician
Power generation technician
Agriculture technician

Over time, diesel mechanics can advance in their careers with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Here are a few examples of advanced diesel technology careers available in the field:

Mobile diesel mechanic
Master technician
Fleet manager
Shop foreman
Service manager
Shop owner

Keep in mind that diesel career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Rancho Cucamonga, contact our Career Services team.

DIRECTIONS FROM LOS ANGELES, CA, TO UTI RANCHO CUCAMONGA

Follow these steps to get to UTI’s diesel mechanic school in Rancho Cucamonga:

Get on US-101 South from North Main Street (0.5 miles)

Follow I-10 East to North Archibald Avenue in Ontario. Take exit 55 from I-10 East (38.4 miles)

Follow North Archibald Avenue and 6th Street to your destination in Rancho Cucamonga (2.3 miles)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

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Ford FACT

Duration: 15 weeks
Credentials offered: 12 Ford STST instructor-led course credentials & 80+ web-based credentials
Student-paid

The Ford FACT program at UTI Rancho Cucamonga offers a unique 15-week course,⁸ where students are mentored by professionals associated with Ford Motor Company. This learning journey not only helps them deepen their knowledge about the brand’s technologies but also leads to recognized brand-specific credentials upon course completion.

Ford FACT

Toyota TPAT

Duration: 12 weeks
Credentials offered: 20 e-learning credentials leading to Toyota Certified Technician status
Student-paid

At UTI Rancho Cucamonga, the 12-week Toyota Professional Automotive Technician (TPAT) program provides instruction on automotive skills for the maintenance of Toyota/Lexus products.⁸ Upon successful completion, students receive 20 e-learning credentials.

Toyota TPAT