The Heavy Diesel Technician performs all duties of preventive maintenance and electrical troubleshooting along with additional training in the areas of transmissions, differentials, brakes, steering, suspension, wheel alignment, engine rebuild, and the diesel emissions control equipment, diagnosis and repair. Because diesel-powered engines are becoming more prevalent in light vehicles, including pickups and other work trucks, diesel technicians are in high demand at a variety of automotive shops.
What type of job can this training lead to?
Mechanic
Technician
Est. Average Salary for Diesel Mechanic in Utah: $37,620 – $48,530*Where do we get our numbers?Cory Hawkins
Employed with: Broken Arrow
I started working part-time as a diesel mechanic at Broken Arrow a few months before completing the Diesel program. When I was new on the job, I never felt completely lost. The hands-on labs made me familiar with what I would face daily, and the knowledge has given me the confidence to tackle each new assignment as I grow in my skills. After completing the program, Broken Arrow hired me full-time. I enjoy my work and look forward to a long career as a diesel technician.
-Cory H.
Est. Average Salary for Service Technician in Utah: $25,812 – $42,140*Where do we get our numbers?Manny Lopez
Employed with: Utah Transit Authority
I received a promotion and will start my new position as a Service Employee with Utah Transit Authority. Tooele Tech has helped me prepare for my job and made me more confident in my skill set.
– Manny L.
(archived) Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
Average Program Length: Approximately 1240 hours
*Estimate based on course cost, books and fees. All costs are subject to change.
Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd. , Tooele
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fridays
Instructors
(archived) Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Must have a valid driver’s license
None