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Avg. salary range
$62k–$75k
across regions
Hours / Day
9
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
Diesel mechanics repair, maintain, and rebuild diesel engines that power vehicles. Mechanics run diagnostic tests and then replace faulty parts. Because diesel engines are expensive to replace, they are rebuilt at regular intervals. Mechanics take the engines completely apart, replace worn parts, and put the engines back together.
Career Level
What you'll need
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Vehicle Operation
Are licensed to operate necessary vehicles? Do you consider machine safety a top priority?
Motivation
Do you stay optimistic in difficult situations? Are you able to stay focused on your goals? Are you able to continue making progress despite set backs?
Strength/ Dexterity
Are you able to lift a moderate amount of weight without any issue? Can you stand or walk for an extended period of time?
Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
Education & Training
Certificate or Apprenticeship Program
Certificates and apprenticeships are available in skilled trades and career-oriented fields. Some programs offer coursework that is similar to that of associate's degree programs in the same subject, and students may be able to transfer their credits to associate's degree programs when they finish. Certificate programs usually take between one and two years to complete.
Compensation
North Central
Washington
Low
$60,900
Average
$74,800
High
$85,100
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8am until 5pm, Monday through Friday
Transportation & Distribution
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$67,100
Overall Rank
124th
out of 199 careers
In Transportation & Distribution
3rd
out of 6 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
