Diesel Technician
$61,830 earning potential
Diesel technicians inspect, maintain, repair and care for diesel engines. Some diesel technicians specialize in a specific type of vehicle. When commercial transportation has malfunctions, they diagnose the problems and find solutions.
$61,830
High-end Earners in
BPBP South Carolina ( Top 10% )
$42,550
median annual wage
$21
median hourly wage
Responsibilities
- Inspect and drive vehicles to troubleshoot problems
- Use diagnostic equipment and interpret results
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing the oil and aligning the wheels
- Repair any malfunctions in the equipment or replace parts
- Communicate with customers
- Utilize charts to plan work procedures
- Tire repair
- Clutch adjustment or replacement
- Perform wheel end maintenance and repair
BPBP South Carolina Job Outlook
3,700
Average annual job openings
3,417
Number of jobs by 2030
12%
Expected growth from
2025 to 2030
2025 to 2030