IN A NUTSHELL
The Diesel Technician program at Dixie Technical College prepares students for great careers working on heavy-duty diesel trucks as well as diesel engines used in many manufacturing settings. Taught in a NATEF certified shop and using NATEF curriculum, students develop current industry standard practices *Basic technician hand tools required for the program.
What you’ll learn
Diesel Engines
Understanding why diesel engines are the workhorse of our economy. We always say, if you bought it – a truck brought it.
Preventative Maintenance
Learn what it takes to maintain equipment.
Hydraulics
Understand the importance of hydraulic safety.
HVAC
Understand how to repair air conditioning systems.
Drivetrains
What makes trucks move, clutches, transmissions, and gears.
Suspension and Steering
Understanding the components that keep heavy-duty vehicles moving safely down the road.
Is the Automotive Technician Program Right For You?
This Program Is for Students Who
Are hands-on and detail-oriented.
Have good mechanical skills and love working with diesel engines and other heavy machinery.
Love tackling unique challenges that require maintaining basic skills and acquiring new ones.
Students Love This Program Because
It prepares them to work in a respected, in-demand field that needs workers with specialized knowledge and skills.
It prepares them to work in a fast-paced career where they’ll be presented with new and unique challenges.
It presents the knowledge needed to work for small businesses as well as large corporations.
Your Post-College Career as an Automotive Technician
Common Careers of Our Graduates
The average Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist makes $53,620 in Utah, and the top 10% of earners make $75,940 per year. *
Your Education By the Numbers
The Cost of Your Education
- This program costs = $3,730
- This program takes = 51 weeks
The ROI on your Education
- You’ll earn as much as your school costs in the first month of your career
- 100% of our Dixie Tech Diesel Technician program completers obtain employment in their field of study
visit our
CAMPUS
What to Expect
When you arrive on campus, you will be greeted by one of our experienced and friendly Dixie Tech recruiters. They will guide you through our state-of-the-art college and answer any and every question you may have! Feel free to bring friends and family along for the tour, the more the merrier!
Can’t make it for a tour? Not a problem! You are more than welcome to have a family member or friend take a tour and gather information for you.
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If you are looking to explore a wide variety of programs or general information about Dixie Tech, this tour is for you!
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meet
THE CREW
GUY WHALEN
Guy Whalen has been a diesel mechanic since 2011. He holds an associate degree in Agriculture Technology from Utah State but chose to focus his career as a Diesel Technician because he realized the importance of that skill set in keeping a working farm or ranch functioning. His experience in the industry includes working as a diesel tech, a service advisor, and finally, a shop owner. Guy joined the faculty at Dixie Tech in 2021 as a Diesel Tech instructor. “The best part of teaching at Dixie Tech is our students’ enthusiasm.I always tell my students that different isn’t wrong and that we are all learning on our own level.”
ROBERT NELSON
Robert Nelson started his career working in his family’s trucking company while in high school. He has worked throughout the trade from over-the-road trucking, diesel dealership service & repair, and as a foreman for a large excavation company. Robert Joined the faculty at Dixie Technical College in 2018.
SHAWN BAIN
Shawn Bain’s career has continued to evolve over the years but has always involved working with his mind and his hands-on, challenging equipment. From diesel tech to heavy equipment operation to manufacturing equipment maintenance to welding and collision repair, Shawn has done the work and appreciates the processes.
Talk to an Academic Advisor
Interested in learning more about this program? Our Academic Advisors are here for you and can answer whatever questions you may have.