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DIESEL MECHANIC TRAINING NEAR DENTON, TX
UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s 45-week Diesel Technology program offers diesel training that focuses on the fundamentals of diagnosing, maintaining and repairing diesel technologies. Graduates receive diplomas.
While enrolled, diesel students sharpen their hands-on abilities and their math and analytical thinking skills. Diesel mechanics should also be investigative, dependable and persistent!
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 DENTON, TX
Skilled diesel technicians are in demand. In fact, there are more than 25,000 estimated average annual diesel technician job openings in the United States43
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.
DIESEL MECHANIC JOBS NEAR DENTON, TX
Most of our diesel training grads start out working as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles, including:
- Diesel technician
- Heavy equipment repair technician
- Power generation technician
- Agriculture technician
Over time, diesel mechanics can advance their careers with experience and hard work. Here are a few examples of advanced diesel technology careers available in the field:77
- Mobile diesel mechanic
- Master technician
- Fleet manager
- Shop foreman
- Service manager
- Shop owner
Keep in mind — diesel career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Denton, contact our Career Services team.1
DIRECTIONS FROM DENTON, TX, TO UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Follow these steps to get to UTI’s diesel mechanic school, which is located in Irving:
- Get on I-35E South from South Bell Avenue and Dallas Drive (2.5 miles)
- Head east on West Hickory Street toward North Locust Street (0.3 miles)
- Turn right onto South Bell Avenue (0.6 miles)
- Continue onto Dallas Drive (1.3 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-35E South (0.2 miles)
- Follow I-35E South to South Stemmons Freeway in Lewisville. Take Exit 450 from I-35 East South (13.4 miles)
- Merge onto I-35E South (6.3 miles)
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-35E South (7.1 miles)
- Take Exit 450 toward TX-121 BUS/Lewisville (443 feet)
- Get on TX-121 South in Dallas County from TX 121 BUS (3.6 miles)
- Merge onto South Stemmons Freeway (0.1 miles)
- Slight right to stay on South Stemmons Freeway (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto TX-121/TX 121 BUS/South State Highway 121. Continue to follow TX-121/TX 121 BUS (3.1 miles)
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-121 South (0.2 miles)
- Continue on TX-121 South to Coppell. Take Exit 35 from I-635 East (4.3 miles)
- Merge onto TX-121 South (2.5 miles)
- Take the I-635 East exit (1.1 miles)
- Continue onto I-635 East (0.4 miles)
- Take Exit 35 for Royal Lane (0.3 miles)
- Continue on South Royal Lane to your destination in Irving (0.9 miles)
- Turn right onto South Royal Lane (0.4 miles)
- Turn left onto Regent Boulevard (0.4 miles)
- Turn left (404 feet)
- Turn left (72 feet)
- Turn left (141 feet)
UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH CAMPUS LOCATION
5151 Regent Boulevard
Irving, Texas 75063
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
972-505-2200 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Automotive Mechanic Training Near Denton, TX
Over 51 weeks,7 students in UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s Automotive Technology program can get hands-on automotive training to develop key technician skills.18 Graduates earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees.
Welding Training Near Denton, TX
Welding Technology program trains students to develop skills in four main arc welding processes7. Graduates earn diplomas.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING AT UTI NEAR DENTON, TX
After completing the core Diesel program, 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
STUDENT SERVICES
Housing Assistance
Career Services
Every UTI campus has a team of Career Advisors that can help students find part-time work while they’re in school..1 Contact Career Services for more information.
Financial Aid
Students can use ourFinancial Aidservices to find scholarships, grants and other types of financial aid to help pay for theirdiesel school tuition costs.10 Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.
ATTEND DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR DENTON, TX
Start training to become a diesel technician by enrolling at UTI Dallas/Fort Worth’s diesel mechanic school near Denton, Texas! For additional insight, talk to an Admissions Representative at 1-800-834-7308 or click the button below.