DIESEL MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR CONROE, TX

Universal Technical Institute's diesel school near Conroe offers students hands-on training using current industry tools and equipment in classroom and lab settings.¹⁸ Graduates of this 11-month Houston, TX, diesel mechanic school can apply for entry-level positions as diesel technicians.^1,7

The Diesel & Industrial Technology program at UTI Houston is a 45-week course that focuses on the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of diesel technologies. Students receive an associate of occupational studies (AOS) degree upon graduation from the program.

Prospective diesel mechanics need to be investigative, dependable and persevering, in addition to increasing their practical aptitude and mathematical/analytic thinking proficiency during diesel training!

Skilled diesel technicians are in demand. In fact, there are more than 24,000 estimated average annual diesel technician job openings in the United States.⁴³

According to the BLS, the median annual salary for bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists in the United States was $54,360 in May 2022.²⁹ 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

It is important to remember that available diesel career paths vary depending on your region and its corresponding demand. If you have questions about career options in Conroe, please contact our Career Services team.

Begin your journey to UTI's Houston diesel mechanic school by following these directions:

1. Get on I-45 South from North Main Street and South Frazier Street (2.6 miles)
• Head south on North Pacific Street toward Simonton Street (90.2 miles)
• Turn left onto North Main Street (0.9 miles)
• Turn left onto South Frazier Street (1.1 miles)
• Use the middle lane to turn right onto South Loop 336 West (0.1 miles)
• Use the left lane to turn left at the second cross street onto North Freeway Service Road (0.1 miles)
• Use the left lane to take the ramp onto I-45 South (0.2 miles)
2. Follow I-45 South to North Freeway Service Road in Harris County. Take exit 63 from I-45 South (20.4 miles)
• Merge onto I-45 South (20.2 miles)
• Take exit 63 toward Airtex Drive (0.2 miles)
3. Follow North Freeway Service Road to Lockhaven Drive in Houston (1.4 miles)
• Merge onto North Freeway Service Road (0.1 miles)
• Sharp left to stay on North Freeway Service Road (0.6 miles)
• Turn right onto Lockhaven Drive (0.7 miles)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

The Cummins diesel mechanic school program includes 12 weeks of Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training (MSAT).⁹ This training includes theory, hands-on laboratory exercises and diagnostic tools to properly service Cummins diesel engines.⁴⁶

The Cummins Engines diesel mechanic school program

Automotive Technology students at UTI Houston gain hands-on experience¹⁸ in the automotive industry and become knowledgeable in the skill set required to qualify for entry-level positions upon completion of the 12-month program.^1,7 Graduates are awarded an associate of occupational studies (AOS) degree.

Students enrolled in UTI Houston's Welding Technology program can expect 9 months of intensive, hands-on training. They learn skills that help them pursue entry-level welding roles post-graduation by learning four main arc welding processes.¹ Graduates earn diplomas.