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Diesel Mechanic salary
Diesel mechanics inspect, repair, and overhaul buses, trucks, and other diesel-powered equipment.
Median annual
$59,000
Median hourly
$28
Top 10% earn
$82,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$42,000
Median$59,000
Top 10%$82,000
Diesel Mechanic salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $46,100 | $22 | -22% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $53,300 | $26 | -10% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $62,300 | $30 | +6% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $74,300 | $36 | +26% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified diesel mechanics, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Postsecondary diesel technology program or on-the-job training.
Job outlook
4% growth through 2033 — freight fleets need maintenance.
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