If you like working on big machines and solving complex mechanical problems, a career in diesel technology might be a great fit. Diesel technicians keep the world moving by maintaining and repairing the engines that power trucks, buses, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, and more. These engines are built to last, but they need skilled hands and sharp minds to stay running smoothly. Diesel work requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to keep learning as systems become more advanced with new emissions technology and electronics. It’s a high-demand field with excellent job stability, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work in a variety of industries, from transportation and logistics to farming and heavy equipment.
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Minnesota State has 25 colleges with transportation related program pathways. Below is the list of colleges that support these career pathways. Expand each one to see what each college offers!

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1601 Jefferson St, Alexandria, MN 56308Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
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1830 Airport Rd, Staples, MN 56479Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician (DIP)
- Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician (AAS)
- Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance (DIP)

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1300 145th St E, Rosemount, MN 55068Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Heavy Construction Equipment Maintenance (CERT)
- Heavy Construction Equipment Mechanic (DIP)
- Heavy Construction Equipment Technology (AAS)
- Heavy Duty Truck Technology (DIP)
- Heavy Duty Truck Technology (AAS)
- Truck Fleet maintenance (CERT)

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9000 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Medium Heavy Truck Drivetrain Technician (DIP)
- Medium Heavy Truck Maintenance Technician (DIP)
- Medium Heavy Truck Technology (AAS)


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1515 E 25th St, Hibbing, MN 55746Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Diesel Mechanics and Heavy Equipment Maintenance (DIP)
- Diesel Mechanics and Heavy Equipment Maintenance (AAS)


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1900 28th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
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1011 1st St W, Canby, MN 56220Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Advanced Diesel (CERT)
- Basic Diesel (CERT)
- Diesel Mechanics (Ag and Truck) (DIP)
- Diesel Technology (AAS)


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2200 Riverland Dr, Albert Lea, MN 56007Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
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1920 Lee Boulevard North Mankato, MN 56003Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
- Agriculture Service Technician (AAS)
- Agriculture and Diesel Service Technician (DIP)
- Agriculture Technician (DIP)
- Agriculture Technician’s Aide (DIP)

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1540 Northway Dr, St Cloud, MN 56303Degrees / Diplomas / Certificates
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