Students enrolled at Universal Technical Institute’s Sacramento, CA, auto mechanic school receive hands-on instruction in classrooms and labs equipped with industry-standard technology.18 After completing our 51-week auto mechanic school, graduates can pursue entry-level auto technician work.1,7
AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING NEAR ROSEVILLE, CA
For those interested in becoming automotive technicians, Universal Technical Institute offers a 51-week Automotive Technology program.7 This curriculum includes hands-on automotive training in diagnosing, maintaining and repairing automotive technologies.18
Students must have practical technical skills, a strong understanding of mathematics and the ability to solve problems quickly. Auto mechanics should strive to hone qualities such as curiosity, professionalism and persistence!
AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED
Students at UTI Sacramento's auto mechanic school can learn how to develop and refine their technician skills through automotive courses such as:
- Automotive Engines Service & Repair
- Professional Automotive Service Writing
- Automotive Powertrains & Transmissions
- Vehicle Steering & Suspension Service & Repair
- Vehicle Brake Systems
- Vehicle Electronic Systems & Technology
- Automotive Climate Control Systems & Repair
- Roush Yates Performance Tuning
- Battery Electric Vehicle Technology
AUTO MECHANIC SCHOOL SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Ford FACT
The Ford Accelerated Credential Training (FACT) program, offered by the Universal Technical Institute, is a 15-week student-paid program that provides specialized hands-on training on Ford vehicles.8 Graduates of this Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) curriculum gain specialized, Ford-specific automotive knowledge and skills, as well as valuable credentials such as Ford STST and MLR certifications.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR ROSEVILLE, CA
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported an estimated 67,000+ estimated average annual automotive technician job openings in the U.S.41
The BLS also reported that the median annual wage for automotive technicians and mechanics in the United States was $47,770 in a report from May of 2023.25 This means half of automotive technicians 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.
AUTO MECHANIC JOBS NEAR ROSEVILLE, CA
Most of our automotive training grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles such as:
- Automotive technician
- Serivce writer
- Smog inspector
- Parts associate
As with any industry, over time, technicians can advance their careers with experience and hard work.77 Here are a few examples of advanced automotive technology careers:
- Service manager
- Master technician
- Fleet technician
- Drivability technician
- Diagnostic technician
- Heavy line technician
- Quick service technician
- Shop owner
Keep in mind – auto career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Roseville, contact our Career Services team.
DIRECTIONS FROM ROSEVILLE, CA, TO UTI SACRAMENTO
Follow these steps to get to Universal Technical Institute's auto mechanic school in Sacramento:
- Get on I-80 West from Washington Boulevard, Oak Street and Douglas Boulevard (1.7 miles)
- Follow I-80 West to Arena Boulevard in Sacramento. Take exit 524 from I-5 North (17.9 miles)
- Continue on Arena Boulevard. Drive to Duckhorn Drive (0.6 miles)
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a. Head south toward Main Street (66 feet)
b. Turn left onto Main Street (98 feet)
c. Turn right at the first cross street onto Washington Boulevard (0.3 miles)
d. Keep right to continue toward Oak Street (194 feet)
e. Turn right onto Oak Street (0.3 miles)
f. Turn left onto Judah Street (0.2 miles)
g. Turn left onto Douglas Boulevard (0.6 miles)
h. Turn right to merge onto I-80 West toward Sacramento (0.3 miles)
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a. Merge onto I-80 West (16.3 miles)
b. Use the right three lanes to take exit 86 to merge onto I-5 North toward Redding (1.2 miles)
c. Use the second-from-the-right lane to take exit 524 for Arena Boulevard (0.3 miles)
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a. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Arena Boulevard (0.4 miles)
b. Turn right onto Duckhorn Drive (0.2 miles)
Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.
UTI SACRAMENTO CAMPUS LOCATION
4100 Duckhorn Drive
Sacramento, California 95834
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
916-263-9100 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS
*Welding Technology program coming to UTI Sacramento.
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
Through UTI Sacramento's relationship with Collegiate Housing Services, trade school students have help finding nearby housing opportunities, whether shared or individual. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.
Career Services
Career Advisors at UTI Sacramento can assist students with locating employment opportunities in their desired industry after graduation.1 Through the Early Employment Program, qualifying auto and diesel students in select programs may pursue part-time employment while in school.36 Contact Career Services to learn more.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid team's mission is to assist students in discovering options for covering trade school tuition costs, which include10:
- Scholarships
- Grants
- Loans
- Work-study programs
Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.