Mechanic Schools in Utah

Auto Mechanic Schools in Utah

Utah is known as one of the best states to receive an education, and there are 10 mechanic schools you can choose from with a 97% acceptance rate. Some of the best schools in the state are Dixie State University, Uintah Basin Applied Technology College, and Utah Valley University. These schools all have 8 primary subjects that they focus on during the course of the programs: automatic transmission/trans-axle, brakes, drivetrain and axles, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, and steering/suspension.

List of Automotive Schools in Utah

Bridgerland Applied Technology College, West Logan, UT
Davis Applied Technology College, Kaysville, UT
Dixie State University, Saint George, UT
Mountainland Applied Technology College, Lehi, UT
Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, UT
Snow College, Ephraim, UT
Southwest Applied Technology College, Cedar City, UT
Uintah Basin Applied Technology College, Roosevelt, UT
Utah State University, Logan, UT
Utah Valley University, Orem, UT
Weber State University, Ogden, UT

Schools in Utah

Mechanic Jobs in Utah

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Working as an Auto Mechanic in Utah

The average mechanic in Utah makes roughly $35k-$60k a year which is a little more than in most other states. Of course that depends on how much experience you have and if you have an education or certifications. If you would like to be a working mechanic in Utah, you do have to receive your refrigerant license, especially if you are going to be working out of your home. Utah is a great place to live if you love the outdoors, especially winter sports as the state is known for having very “dry” snow which is perfect for skiing or snowboarding. Along with that, the state’s mountains have the tallest average height in the nation by over 11,000 feet.

Job Type	Total in Utah	Average Hourly Wage	Average Annual Salary
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics	6,510	$19.94	$41,480
Automotive Body and Related Repairers	1,530	$21.15	$43,980
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists	2,860	$22.86	$47,560

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School	Address	Programs	More Info
Bridgerland Applied Technology College	1301 North 600 West Logan, UT 84321	Collision and Repair Technology Automotive Service Technology Diesel Technology	Request Information
Davis Applied Technology College	550 E 300 S Kaysville, UT 84037	Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel/Heavy Duty Technology	Request Information
Dixie State University	225 S 700 E Saint George, UT 84770	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Mountainland Applied Technology College	2301 West Ashton Blvd. Lehi, UT 84043	Automotive Technology Vehicle Safety Inspection	Request Information
Salt Lake Community College	4600 S Redwood Rd Salt Lake City, UT 84123	Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Diesel Systems Technology Motorcycle & Outdoor Power Equipment Technology	Request Information
Snow College	150 E College Ave Ephraim, UT 84627	Automotive Technology Diesel & Heavy Duty Equipment	Request Information
Southwest Applied Technology College	510 West 800 South Cedar City, UT 84720	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Uintah Basin Applied Technology College	1100 E Lagoon St 124-5 Roosevelt, UT 84066	Automotive Technology Heavy Duty Diesel Technology	Request Information
Utah State University	Old Main Hill Logan, UT 84322	Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanics	Request Information
Utah Valley University	800 W University Parkway Orem, UT 84058	Automotive Mechanics Technology	Request Information
Weber State University	3850 Dixon Parkway Dr. Dept. 1031 Ogden, UT 84408	Automotive Service Technology Automotive Technology	Request Information

Available Grants & Scholarships

Nationwide Scholarships and Grants

Automotive Scholarships and Grants	Location	Description	Deadline
Future Mechanic Grant	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for aspiring auto mechanics	12/1/2019
Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $2,200 for graduates of New Mexico high school	June each year
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship	Nationwide	Full-Tuition paid for eligible students	March each year
Federal Pell Grants	Nationwide	Up to $6,195, for low-income households	Varies
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)	Nationwide	Various, for low-income households	Varies
Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship	Nationwide	Various, one application for many scholarships	March each year
Berto Diaz Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for Mechanical Engineering Students	January each year
BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $6,000 paid annually in $1,500 increments	March each year
Brent Strohmeyer Memorial Foundation Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $400 for eligible students	April each year
GMiS Scholars Program	Nationwide	Various, for underrepresented students in tech	April each year
SMA Native American STEM Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,500, for Native American STEM students	June each year
Viceroy Auto Trans Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Automotive Hall of Fame Educational Fund	Nationwide	Up to $2,000 for eligible students	June each year
Clunker Junker Cash for Cars and College Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible female students	Varies
SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund	Nationwide	Up to $5,000 for eligible students	March each year
Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years	March each year
TMC/SAE Donald D. Dawson Technical Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $6,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,500 increments for four years	March each year
Fred M. Young Sr./SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years	March each year
Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Yanmar/SAE Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	March each year
Horatio Alger Association CTE Scholarships	Nationwide	Up to $2,500 for eligible students	June each year
AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $2,000 for eligible students	June & October each year
Imagine America Foundation - High School Scholarship	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	December 31 of Graduation Year
Imagine America Adult Skills Education Program	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	No Deadline
Imagine America Military Award Program	Nationwide	Up to $1,000 for eligible students	No Deadline

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