Get the Skills to Become a Professional Diesel Technician

Students learn hands-on with real training aids from Cummins, Detroit, Caterpillar, Eaton and more

Hands-On Training, Practical Skills and Support to Pursue a Promising Career as a Skilled Diesel Mechanic in 18 Months

Diesel Service Technicians and Mechanics inspect, repair, or overhaul buses, trucks, and anything else with a diesel engine. If you like working with your hands, are interested in repairing and troubleshooting engines and are looking to get into a satisfying career you enjoy, training as a Diesel Service Technician could be an excellent fit.

Ohio Technical College is not just another basic diesel mechanic school. We offer valuable hands-on Diesel Technician training with our specialized ASE Master Diesel Instructors in our 18-month signature program. We then help enhance your skills with our 3-month Generator Power Systems program and/or the opportunity for you to get your CDL license so you can road test what you repair.

Career Opportunities

OTC offers both Diploma and Associate Degree programs in Diesel Equipment Technology and offers a specialized curriculum, providing you with the hands-on training, technical skills and practical experience it takes to start a great career. Professionals with training in this area may pursue a variety of career options, including:

Diesel Technician
Light/Medium Duty Diesel Technician
Ag/Heavy Equipment Technician
Transport Refrigeration Technician
Generator Technician
Marine Diesel Technician
Diesel Transmission Specialist

Training in this program is hands-on, using diesel training aids from: Cummins, Detroit, Caterpillar, Eaton and many more. In fact, all diesel students will have a chance to go through Eaton Roadranger product training.

Successful graduates receive full Career Services including resume skills training, networking assistance, referrals and other support factors designed to help bridge the gap between training and employment. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.

Is a Becoming a Professional Diesel Technician Right for You?

To learn more about your career opportunities as a skilled Diesel Technician, and to explore whether short-term training from Ohio Technical College is a good option for you, fill out the form on this page to contact OTC and receive a Career Information Kit.

Our friendly and knowledgeable Admissions Representatives are also happy to answer any of your questions and can help with everything from providing course descriptions to general information about financial aid. To speak with an Admissions Rep right away, give us a call at 1-888-776-3479.

"I was in the automotive industry for seven years and needed a change. I looked into heavy duty diesel as a direction that could meet the needs of my family and provide consistency in the quantity of work. Since my training and background were in automotive, I needed to find a program that could give me the training I needed to be successful in the diesel industry. By enrolling in the Diesel Equipment Program at Ohio Technical College, I have a jump start to the career I’m looking for and have the skills employers are demanding. I’m thankful to OTC for the opportunity to learn new skills, and I met some wonderful people that have helped me throughout my learning experience. I now possess a level of professionalism and training that will keep me on a successful path."

Xavier Leonardo

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Why Accreditation Is Important

When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It’s not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:

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What our graduates say

"After hearing the details of the OTC curriculum from a friend, I knew it was the next step to continue my education. I worked hard to save enough money, and even earned some scholarships to pay for about half of my training at OTC. The past 18 months have flown by. Now that my training at OTC is complete, I feel well prepared to enter the working world. The Restoration program was a perfect combination of everything auto related, from basic mechanical to metal working, painting, and even upholstery. It was certainly a benefit that I had prior understanding of most of the curriculum, but the program is designed for students of all skill levels to succeed if they put forth the effort."

- Mallory Sharon

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