Rush Peterbilt Truck Center Diesel Technician Sean Pennala Talks Universal Technical Institute

Sean Pennala got into the auto and diesel industry when he was just 6 years old. His dad bought him a XR80 dirt bike for Christmas. In order to use the bike, the rule was Sean needed to change a spark plug on his brand-new bike. His dad handed him a manual, a wrench, a pencil and a notepad and told him to figure it out.
Today, Sean has been a diesel technician for Rush Peterbilt Truck Center for the past 4 years. After serving in the military launching F18s and other aircraft, Sean enrolled at Universal Technical Institute (UTI) to get the foundation he needed for a career as a diesel tech. After 2 years, he graduated from the automotive and diesel programs, which he says have paid him back immensely in his career.
During his first class of basic engines at UTI, Sean’s instructor brought the class to a career fair. Sean checked out the Rush Peterbilt booth and had an on-site interview with one of the recruiters. Sean said he was looking to go into diesel, and the company gave him the chance to take a job with them.
Sean says going to his job is fun every day. His specialties are engine overhauls, rebuilding and teardowns. He says he is always learning, which makes getting up and going to work enjoyable.
Sean says one day when he’s done wrenching, he would like to come back and be a teacher at UTI. He enjoys helping other people and would like to give back to the community, which makes teaching at UTI a great fit.
Sean says going to UTI gives you the basics and foundation you need to succeed. He advises other students to get in there and not be afraid to take things apart and learn.
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[@LuisFlores-eo6mh]

This is the one in Rancho Cucamonga I graduated from there I highly recommend it I did the diesel program and learned a lot it was nice seeing some of my old teachers in this video

[@UtiEdu]

Thank you for the comment, any advice for people who are considering enrolling in our program?

[@leekreal9196]

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[@sharukhidrisi3878]

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[@nevinkuser9892]

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[@Bl4ck__Bull3t]

I’m trying to go here next year, I would like to know how to fix trucks and cars that’s what I like so I hope I will be in Orlando Fl, UTI SOON!!!

[@UtiEdu]

We can't wait to see you! If you want to learn how to fix trucks and car, we can help!

[@ThunderingDiesel]

I might want to do this when I become a trucker so I can fix my own trucks I love diesels

[@UtiEdu]

That sounds like a great plan!

[@nevinkuser9892]

You sure as hell better know how to fix it. Otherwise you can go broke real fast.

[@pg939]

Do you guys offer part time classes weekends only since I’m already a truck driver

[@UtiEdu]

Great question! Unfortunately at this time, we only offer the program Mon - Fri. Most students work while attending, but it would have to be a job in an area where we have a campus. Thank you!

[@damianrodriguez5907]

San Bernardino community college have the same courses and its cheaper

[@georgeok4801]

I read the reviews online and it was terrible, Buh still out here looking for a diesel Tech school tho .

[@leekreal9196]

I did the same one of the best school to go to hands down 2017 I graduate

[@nevinkuser9892]

Technically speaking a school that's making good money will have a lot to offer.

[@mescnick]

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