DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA

Diesel technician training right here in Sacramento.

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Train To Become a Diesel Mechanic in Sacramento With UTI

Have you ever considered training for a career in the diesel industry? Universal Technical Institute (UTI) offers a 45-week Diesel Technology program that’s designed to prepare graduates for entry-level roles in the field.

This program is offered at campuses nationwide, including UTI Sacramento.1,7

11 months

Program length

Diesel Skills Students Will Learn

Diesel students take a variety of courses throughout their training. These classes cover topics such as:

  • 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

HEAR FROM A UTI DIESEL GRADUATE

Meet UTI graduate Nick Genemaras. He graduated from the Diesel Technology program at the UTI Lisle campus and landed a job with CIT Trucks.

Diesel Career Outlook & Opportunities

The diesel training offered at UTI Sacramento is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level positions in the industry. However, diesel graduates aren’t limited to just one path — as with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their careers with hard work.6 Entry-level and advanced roles could include:77

    Entry-level

  • Diesel technician
  • Heavy equipment repair technician
  • Power generation technician
  • Agriculture technician

Interested in learning more about diesel career paths? Read our career guide.

25,000+

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

$60,640

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 Sacramento Campus

Sacramento is a great place to call home while you complete your training. UTI’s campus is within driving distance of exciting attractions like Golden 1 Center, historic parks and a variety of museums you can explore. It’s also conveniently located near Sacramento International Airport.

CAMPUS LOCATION

4100 Duckhorn Drive

Sacramento, California 95834

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

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

W | 10 am & 2 pm

F&SAT | 10am & 1pm

916-263-9100 | Campus

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Upcoming Events

UTI hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Check out our events calendar to see what’s coming up!

Get Trained for a Diesel Mechanic Career Near Sacramento

It takes just a few minutes to learn about training opportunities at UTI Sacramento. Request information to learn more about diesel mechanic training at UTI or enroll today!

Sacramento Diesel Mechanic School FAQs

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.6) UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on personal credentials and economic factors. Work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer and their compensation programs affect wages. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended-learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.29) UTI’s Diesel Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as diesel technicians. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for UTI graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as diesel truck technicians, including in industries such as heavy equipment repair, power generation, and agriculture. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary range for persons employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (49-3031) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $52,770 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2023 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=493031&Dopt=TEXT). Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled diesel technicians in North Carolina is $25.57 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wages, Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $22.00 and $18.08, respectively.43) For Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an annual average of 25,600 job openings between 2023 and 2033. Job openings include openings due to net employment changes and net replacements. See Table 1.10 Occupational separations and openings, projected 2023–33, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, viewed November 4, 2024. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

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