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Visit AAI in Glendale

6829 N. 46th Ave.  |  Glendale, AZ 85301  |  P: 623-934-7273

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The outlook for automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to remain steady between 2023 and 2033. Around 67,800 openings will be available each year nationwide should these projections hold.

Graduates of our program may find work* as:

  • Auto Service Technicians
  • Diesel Mechanics
  • Diesel Technicians
  • Mechanics
  • Lube Technicians
  • Fleet Technicians

*Arizona Automotive Institute cannot guarantee employment or salary. The jobs mentioned are examples of certain potential jobs, not a representation that these outcomes are more probable than others.

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We’re here to help you start your dream career, not your next job. If you are ready to start the next chapter of your life and looking for the technical school that will get you there, Arizona Automotive Institute is ready to help.

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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer

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Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals through education and skill development by creating positive experiences grounded in integrity, customer service, innovation, and growth.

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A Diesel-Heavy Truck Technician specializes in servicing and performing mechanical repairs to larger commercial vehicles such as city buses, semi-trucks, and other large equipment. Below are some of the skills taught at AAI in our Diesel-Heavy Truck Technician training program.

*AAI cannot guarantee employment or salary.

Diagnostics Duties

  • Listening to and understanding customer questions and issues
  • Performing diagnoses using computerized diagnostic tools
  • Effectively communicating solutions to customers
  • Providing technical customer service
  • Working with customers who rely on their vehicles for their livelihood
  • Clearly communicating pricing
  • Accurately estimating repair time

Mechanical Duties

  • Engine performance diagnosis and repair
  • Brake system repair
  • Steering and suspension repair
  • Diesel drivetrain inspection

Electrical Duties

  • PMI systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Drivetrain and chassis electrical systems

Recommended Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Troubleshooting
  • Constant learning
  • Communication skills

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Getting started with Arizona Automotive Institute is easy and our team is here to help you find the right resources at each step of the process. From admissions and financial aid, through graduation and alumni services, we are focused on helping our students prepare for their careers.

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Pick Your Program

The first step to starting your AAI education journey is to pick the program you want to pursue. Arizona Automotive Institute offers different program options for those seeking technical careers in Phoenix, Arizona. You have the option to choose Automotive Service Technician, CDL Training, Combination Welding, Construction & Trades Management, Diesel/Heavy Truck Technician or HVAC & Basic Refrigeration for your AAI technical career education.

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Talk to an Admissions Representative

Once you’ve decided which program you want to learn more about, our admissions representatives can help answer any additional questions you might have about the program. If you haven’t quite decided on a program and want more information about our offerings, our admissions representatives can help you sort through all of the different curricula and help you choose a program that will launch you into your dream career.

Don’t have a high school diploma? We have options.

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Schedule Your Campus Tour

Our high-tech campus includes hands-on learning environments that allow you to learn in an accurate work-like setting. We also have a variety of on-campus resources to help facilitate your learning and help you build a community with your AAI peers and educators.

Don’t have a high school diploma? We have options.

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Talk to Our Financial Services Officers

We have financial services officers on site, and you are invited to sit down and discuss your financial options with them during your campus tour. They’ll help you understand the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and any scholarship or grant opportunities to offset the cost of your education. Looking to better understand what AAI may cost? Check out our Net Price Calculator tool.

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Our on-campus admissions representatives are here to help you complete your application and start your journey to a lifelong career. They’ll guide you through your paperwork and all of the information you’ll need to start your classes.

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Arizona Automotive Institute offers six skilled trades career training programs to prepare you for a career in growing industries.

At AAI, our goal is to help prepare our students for the work they may be doing once they graduate. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from our industry-experienced instructors in the classroom and in a lab setting, and our small class size and affordable trade programs are a great way to start you on the path towards your career.

With our Arizona trade school programs, you can learn the skills to enter the automotive, construction, welding, and HVAC industries. That’s why our skill-based trades students can enter the workforce with confidence. Working with local employers, we are able to provide our students with up-to-date industry information about their chosen trade specialty and the industry they want to join.

Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Service Technician

Many people have a vehicle and keeping up with the maintenance of vehicles is an important part of what Automotive Service Technicians do. Learn how to assess, diagnose and repair commonly seen maintenance issues on both domestic and foreign vehicles.

Diving into the automotive industry without proper training can be challenging. The industry is a fast-paced environment that requires a complex set of skills. With Arizona Automotive Institute’s automotive service technician program, you can learn to identify basic automotive problems and assist a trained mechanic to replace standard automotive parts.

Job Search Would Include

  • Maintenance Shops
  • Dealerships
  • Automotive Parts Stores
  • Retail Maintenance
  • Tire Shops

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  • 60 Credit Diploma Program
  • 13 Months
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Combination Welding

Combination Welding

Welding is a versatile and widely used skill. From custom builds on vehicles to building construction and even art, completion of our combination welding program can set you up for success in an industry of many different opportunities.

The industries that utilize welding trade specialists are often large sectors that provide opportunity for career growth and advancement. Automotive and aerospace manufacturers, welding shops, and even NASA continuously look for skilled and certified welders. Our combination welding program helps provide the skills for our students to find success in a variety of industries.

Welding is a versatile and widely used skill. From custom builds on vehicles to building construction and even art, completion of our combination welding program can set you up for success in an industry of many different opportunities.

Job Search Would Include

  • Building Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Shipbuilding
  • Gas & Oil Field Services
  • Auto and Motorcycle Fabrication
  • Vehicle Repair

Program Length

  • 56.5 Credit Diploma Program
  • 10 Months
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Construction & Trades Management

Construction & Trades Management

If you enjoy planning, working with people, mathematics, and seeing projects through, the Construction & Trades Management program at Arizona Automotive Institute is waiting for you. This program integrates the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)’s Project Management and Project Supervision curriculum and topics.

With lessons from Arizona Automotive Institute, you can gain the skills to manage building projects and work your way up in the construction industry. Our construction and trades management program is current and meets industry standards. AAI can continue to help you in the industry after graduation.

Job Search Would Include

  • Project Management
  • Crew Supervision
  • Subcontractor Negotiation
  • Retail Maintenance
  • Examining Work Breakdown Structures

Program Length

  • 60 Credit Diploma Program
  • 13 Months
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CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer

CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer

Practice defensive driving techniques, accident prevention, proper ways to handle cargo and more. Become familiar with tractor trailer size and weight laws in our program as you prepare for your new Skilled Trades career in commercial truck driving.*

Diving into the automotive industry without proper training can be challenging. The industry is a fast-paced environment that requires a complex set of skills. With Arizona Automotive Institute’s automotive service technician program, you can learn to identify basic automotive problems and assist a trained mechanic to replace standard automotive parts.

Job Search Would Include

  • Commercial Truck Driver
  • Flatbed Truck Driver
  • Long Haul Cargo Driver
  • Livestock Carrier
  • Delivery Driver

Program Length

  • 160 Clocked Hours Certificate Program
  • 4 Weeks
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Diesel/Heavy Truck

Diesel/Heavy Truck

Large-scale vehicles like semi-trucks or city buses require a more specialized version of maintenance than your average commuter vehicle. This program teaches you the ins and outs of working with large equipment and vehicles.

Our heavy truck technician program can provide you with a broad knowledge and skill set to handle a diverse range of larger vehicles. After graduation, you can apply to enter the industry with the skills to provide service on large vehicles.  Industry experienced instructors provide our students with current and useful information about  what to expect when entering  into the diesel/heavy truck industry.

Job Search Would Include

  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Dealerships
  • Mass Transit
  • Retail Maintenance
  • Leasing Companies

Program Length

  • 50 Credit Diploma Program
  • 13 Months
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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Basic Refrigeration

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Basic Refrigeration

Almost all buildings have heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. A career in HVAC and Basic Refrigeration means you get to help people by ensuring the places they visit are comfortable.

HVAC industry careers are a great opportunity, and students who successfully complete our HVAC program can enter the industry with confidence. Lessons from AAI are designed to help prepare you for the workforce quickly and affordably. Best of all, you’ll develop a diverse knowledge base to find success in this fast-paced industry.

Job Search Would Include

  • Commercial Properties
  • Retailers
  • Vehicle Repair Shops
  • Hospitals
  • Entrepreneurship

Program Length

  • 50 Credit Diploma Program
  • 10 Months
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Electrical

Electrical

All residential and commercial buildings have electricity that needs to be serviced and maintained. A career in Electrical means you get to help people by ensuring the places they visit are serviced.

Our affordable program offers training and lessons that can be implemented for entry level careers within the electrical field. You’ll train to build the skills, the experience, and the knowledge employers may be looking for here at AAI.

Job Search Would Include

  • Commercial Properties
  • Residential
  • HVAC
  • Hospitals
  • Fire Alarm

Program Length

  • 50 Credit Diploma Program
  • 10 Months
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If you are looking for a fulfilling career in automotive, diesel, welding or HVAC maintenance, AAI is the spot in the Phoenix Metropolitan area to get your education. We partner with local employers to ensure our programs are teaching you the industry-standard skills to be successful in your technical career. Get started on your affordable education today.

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Automotive Service Technician

Prepare for a career in the automotive industry with our AST program. Learn key diagnostic and maintenance skills for domestic and foreign vehicles. This program prepares you to work in a fast-paced industry.

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Prepare for a career in the automotive industry with our AST program. Learn key diagnostic and maintenance skills for domestic and foreign vehicles. This program prepares you to work in a fast-paced industry.

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Ford ACE (Automotive Career Exploration) is a nationally recognized program between Ford Motor Company, Ford and Lincoln dealerships, and secondary and post-secondary educational institutions, that allows students exclusive access to Ford Motor Company training modules.

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Many students choose Arizona Automotive Institute for its hands-on, career-focused training in trades like Automotive, Diesel, Welding, and HVAC. With flexible scheduling options and industry-experienced instructors, AAI helps students develop real-world skills for entry-level roles in essential industries. At AAI, you can start your training in:

  • Automotive Service Technician
  • Combination Welding
  • Construction and Trades Management
  • CDL Training
  • Diesel/Heavy Truck Technician
  • Electrical
  • HVAC & Basic Refrigeration

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