Automotive service technicians and mechanics
Good fit if you …enjoy working with people and solving problems.
$46,880/yrHigh school diploma + trade school or apprenticeship | ASE certification (automotive) |…→ Limited Growth
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Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Mechanics diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel engines and vehicles including trucks, buses, construction equip…
Typical pay
$52,000/yr
Education
Certificate/Associate in Automotive/Mechanical tech | Manufacturer training | ASE certi…
Outlook
↗ Steady
Why this matters in Automotive
Every vehicle needs skilled technicians to keep it going.
What you’d actually do
Diagnose diesel engine problems, repair and rebuild engines, replace fuel injectors and turbochargers, perform preventive maintenance, inspect vehicles for safety, use diagnostic computer systems, and maintain service records.
What can I do right now?
- SkillsUSA, Auto club, Robotics, Engine rebuilds
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