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Diesel Mechanic School Near Garland, TX

Diesel Mechanic School Near Garland, TX

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Diesel Mechanic School Near Garland, TX

Universal Technical Institute’s diesel school near Garland provides hands-on diesel mechanic training18 set in classrooms and labs outfitted with current industry equipment. After finishing the 45-week program7 at our Irving, TX, diesel mechanic school, graduates can pursue careers as diesel mechanics!1

DIESEL MECHANIC TRAINING NEAR GARLAND, TX

UTI Dallas/Fort Worth offers aspiring technicians diesel training in its 45-week Diesel Technology program, which includes hands-on instruction in diagnosing, maintaining and repairing diesel technology. Graduates earn diplomas.

Students must exercise sound, practical skills, good mathematical understanding, and the ability to quickly and efficiently solve problems. Diesel mechanics should also be inquisitive, professional and tenacious!

DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED

Students at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s diesel school learn how to develop and refine their skills through diesel mechanic courses that include:

  • Gasoline & Diesel Engines Service & Repair
  • Diesel Truck Manual Transmissions
  • 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

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR GARLAND, TX

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 Dallas/Fort Worth-Arlington area was $56,200 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 cost of living in the area.

DIESEL MECHANIC JOBS NEAR GARLAND, TX

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

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

  • Shop foreman
  • Service manager
  • Shop owner

 

Remember — diesel career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Garland, contact our Career Services team.1

DIRECTIONS FROM GARLAND, TX, TO UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH

Follow these steps to get to UTI’s diesel mechanic school, which is located in Irving:

  1. Get on I-635 West in Dallas from West Avenue B, Forest Lane and Skillman Street (5.1 miles)
    1. a. Head west on Main Street toward South Seventh Street (417 feet)
      b. Turn left onto South Glenbrook Drive (0.1 miles)
      c. Turn right onto West Avenue B (1.0 miles)
      d. Continue onto Forest Lane (2.9 miles)
      e. Continue straight onto Skillman Street (0.9 miles)
      f. Turn right to merge onto I-635 West (0.2 miles)

  2. Follow I-635 West to Freeport Parkway in Coppell. Take Exit 34 from I-635 West (18.1 miles)
    1. a. Merge onto I-635 West (17.9 miles)
      b. Take Exit 34 for Freeport Parkway (0.2 miles)
      c. Keep right at the fork and merge onto Freeport Parkway (125 feet)

  3. Follow Freeport Parkway and Regent Boulevard to your destination in Irving (1.1 miles)
    1. a. Merge onto Freeport Parkway (0.5 miles)
      b. Turn right onto Regent Boulevard (0.2 miles)
      c. Continue straight to stay on Regent Boulevard (0.1 miles)
      d. Continue straight to stay on Regent Boulevard (0.2 miles)
      e. Turn right (69 feet)
      f. Turn left (62 feet)
      g. Turn right (72 feet)
      h. Turn left (141 feet)

UTI Dallas campus location on google maps

UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH CAMPUS LOCATION

5151 Regent Boulevard
   Irving, TX 75063

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
Campus Tours
     TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm
     W | 10 am & 2 pm
     F&SAT | 10am & 1pm


972-505-2200 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
877-873-1084 |  Financial Aid
800-504-8786 |  Student Services
469-442-2390 |  Career Services

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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH

Automotive Mechanic School

AUTOMOTIVE

DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL

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WELDING SCHOOL

WELDING

Automotive Mechanic Training Near Garland, TX

UTI Dallas/Fort Worth students gain hands-on automotive training18 and learn essential technician skills in our 51-week Automotive Technology program.7 Graduates earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.

Welding Training Near Garland, TX

Students train for 36 weeks and learn fundamental skills in four main arc welding processes in UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s Welding Technology program. Graduates earn diplomas.

SPECIALIZED TRAINING AT UTI NEAR GARLAND, TX


After completing core Diesel training, students can apply for the Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) program offered at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth. This specialized program provides brand-specific training with Peterbilt, an industry leader.15

Peterbilt

STUDENT SERVICES

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Housing Assistance

Through its collaboration with Collegiate Housing Services (CHS), UTI Dallas/Fort-Worth assists students with finding affordable private or shared housing near campus. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.

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Career Services

Local Career Advisors at each UTI campus can help students search for part-time jobs to support themselves while they study.1 Contact Career Services for more information.

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Financial Aid

UTI’s Financial Aid team can help students identify scholarships, grants and other sources of financial aid to help cover diesel school tuition.10 Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.

ATTEND DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR GARLAND, TX

You could train for a career as a diesel technician at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s diesel mechanic school near Garland, Texas! To learn more, call an Admissions Representative at 1-800-834-7308 or click the button below.