DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR TRENTON, NJ: TRAIN TO BECOME A DIESEL TECH

Universal Technical Institute’s Exton, PA, campus near Trenton, NJ, has a diesel school that combines theoretical knowledge and practical training delivered by experienced professionals using current industry equipment.¹⁸ Our graduates are prepared to take on entry-level roles as diesel technicians after completing a 45-week program at our Exton, PA, diesel mechanic school.^1,7

At UTI Exton, the Diesel & Industrial Technology program is a comprehensive 45-week course that instructs students on the intricacies of diagnosing, maintaining and refurbishing diesel technologies. Upon successful completion, students earn a diploma.

The journey through this program allows students to hone their practical skills and augment their problem-solving abilities using quantitative and analytical reasoning.

Skilled diesel technicians are in demand. In fact, there are more than 25,000 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 United States was $58,970 in May 2023.²⁹ 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.

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

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

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

• Mobile diesel mechnanic
• Master technician
• Fleet manager
• Shop foreman
• Service manager
• Shop owner

Remember that local demand and availability frequently influence possible diesel career paths. Those in Trenton looking for information on possible jobs in the local industry should contact our Career Services team.

Follow this guide to initiate your trip to UTI Exton's diesel mechanic school (this route has tolls):

1. Get on US-1 South (0.4 miles)
• Head south on South Stockton Street toward Steward Alley (0.2 miles)
• Turn left onto the U.S. 1 South ramp (282 feet)
• Keep right at the fork, follow signs for US-1 South/Morrisville/Philadelphia and merge onto US-1 South (0.2 miles)
2. Follow US-1 South, I-276 West and I-76 West to PA-100 North in Uwchlan Township. Take exit 312 from I-76 West (53.3 miles)
• Merge onto US-1 South (toll road) (1.0 miles)
• Keep left to stay on US-1 South (toll road) (12.1 miles)
• Take the Penna Turnpike exit (toll road) (0.4 miles)
• Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-276 West/Harrisburg and merge onto I-276 West (toll road) (25.0 miles)
• Continue onto I-76 West (toll road) (14.1 miles)
• Take exit 312 toward PA-100 North (toll road) (0.5 miles)
• Keep right at the fork, follow signs for PA-100 North/Pottstown and merge onto PA-100 North (toll road) (0.2 miles)
3. Continue on PA-100 North to your destination in Upper Uwchlan Township (0.8 miles)
• Merge onto PA-100 North (0.4 miles)
• Turn left onto West Township Line Road (0.1 miles)
• Continue onto Pennsylvania Drive (0.2 miles)
• Turn right (217 feet)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

The 12-week Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT) program at the Cummins Diesel Mechanic School includes theory, hands-on lab tasks and proper diagnostic tool technique for maintaining Cummins diesel systems.^9,46 Graduates earn Cummins qualifications, which can allow them to apply for work as warranty technicians at a Cummins distributor or authorized dealer.¹

Cummins Engines program

Over a 51-week period, UTI Exton's Automotive Technology program provides comprehensive, practical training in the automotive field, which can help students acquire key technician skills often required for entry-level job roles.^1,7 Graduates earn diplomas.

Our Welding Technology students at UTI Exton receive 36 weeks of intensive, hands-on training, becoming well-versed in the four main arc welding processes to pursue employability in the sector.¹

UTI Exton offers a Robotics & Automation Technician program that spans 51 weeks. This program provides training that enables students to develop skills in diagnosing problems and programming robotic and automation systems. Graduates earn diplomas.