DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL IN RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA

Diesel technician training at UTI’s campus in Rancho Cucamonga, California.
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Train for a Diesel Career at UTI

You can get the education needed to work on diesel-powered vehicles and machines in as little as 45 weeks when you enroll in Universal Technical Institute’s Diesel Technology program.1,7

There are big names in the diesel industry, and they often look to UTI grads when hiring for jobs. The training provided at UTI’s campus in Rancho Cucamonga, California, can help you when entering the workforce. Located close to Los Angeles, it’s a great place to start.

11 months

Program length

Diesel Skills Students Will Learn

Students can acquire the foundational knowledge needed to enter the diesel industry after graduation, with in-demand skills being taught in every class during the program. UTI’s diesel courses cover topics that include:

  • Diesel engine service & repair
  • Diesel truck manual transmissions
  • Diesel truck brake systems & chassis
  • Diesel truck steering & suspension systems
  • Diesel hydraulic systems
  • Automotive climate control systems and repair
  • Vehicle electronic systems and technology
  • Diesel truck transport refrigeration
  • Diesel truck preventative maintenance

Take a Virtual Tour of UTI Rancho Cucamonga

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the labs and classrooms at UTI Rancho Cucamonga, which is located about 40 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.

DIESEL DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS NEAR LOS ANGELES

Graduates of the Diesel Technology program at the Rancho Cucamonga campus earn diplomas. Students who choose to take the Automotive & Diesel Technology program can earn Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) degrees.

Graduates are also prepared to take tests required for ASE certifications. Training completed at UTI can be substituted for one of two years of the work experience needed to become ASE certified.

Diesel Career Outlook & Opportunities

While the Diesel program offered at UTI Rancho Cucamonga is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level roles, as with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.6 Potential entry-level and advanced career paths could include:77

    Advanced
  • Fleet manager
  • Master technician
  • Service manager
  • Shop foreman

Read our career guide here to learn more about some of the different paths in the diesel industry.

26,000+

Estimated average annual diesel technician job openings in the U.S.43

$61,770

Median annual salary* for diesel technicians in the United States29
*Not entry-level and is dependent on factors like experience, location, demand and employer compensation.

About the Experience at the UTI Rancho Cucamonga Campus

There is plenty to do around the UTI Rancho Cucamonga campus, from trips to the beach to the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter, which hosts classic car shows and sporting events.

CAMPUS LOCATION

9494 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730

M-Th | 8:00am - 6:30pm | Hours

F | 8:00am - 5:00pm | Hours

Campus Tours

TU&TH | 10am,2pm,6pm

W | 10am & 2pm

909-484-1929 | Campus

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Upcoming Events

Several events take place throughout the year to get you involved with UTI — both in-person and virtually! Check out the calendar below!

Get Trained for a Diesel Mechanic Career in Rancho Cucamonga

Want to work with your hands in a growing industry? Training at UTI Rancho Cucamonga can help prepare you for an entry-level role in the diesel industry, doing something you’re passionate about. Request information to learn more about diesel mechanic training at UTI or fill out an application today!

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