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Diesel Technology
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Diesel mechanics or technicians are responsible for performing mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment in transit and freight. They are fluent in the maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems. Diesel mechanics or technicians also complete repair or service reporting, order and inventory necessary parts, fabricate necessary parts or equipment, develop and execute service or repair processes, and provide road call or emergency service calls.
Senior Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferredSenior Diesel Technician
Job Description: Senior Diesel Technicians are responsible for diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of mechanical problems as well as highly specialized and technical areas such as Compressed Natural Gas, and other alternative fuel conversion and repairs. Senior diesel technicians must diagnose the more complicated drivability problems, performing the maintenance, repair, and inspection of the Compressed Natural Gas fueling station, and serving as a lead worker to other Automotive Mechanics.
Hiring Demand: Low
Typical Salary: $37,900 - $78,000
Minimum Years Experience Required: 3-7
Education & Work Experience:
More- Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferred
Mid Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferredHigh school diploma or GED requiredDiesel Technician
Job Description: Diesel mechanics or technicians are responsible for performing mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles and heavy equipment in transit and freight.
Hiring Demand: Moderate
Typical Salary: $30,000 - $78,000
Minimum Years Experience Required: 1-5
Education & Work Experience:
More- Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferred
- High school diploma or GED required
Entry Level Occupations
Typical Education and Certification Requirements
High school diploma or GED requiredVocational/technical training preferredDiesel Mechanic
Job Description: Diesel Mechanics are responsible for performing diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles to find faults, analyzing diagnostic test results and repairing or replacing engine, steering, transmission, braking or lighting system components.
Hiring Demand: Moderate
Typical Salary: $30,000 - $67,000
Minimum Years Experience Required: 1-5
Education & Work Experience:
More- High school diploma or GED required
- Vocational/technical training preferred