Diesel Technician/Mechanic
$76,220 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.
$76,220
High-end Earners in
BPBP New Mexico ( Top 10% )
$47,310
median annual wage
$24
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 New Mexico Job Outlook
200
Average annual job openings
2,110
Number of jobs by 2030
9%
Expected growth from
2025 to 2030
2025 to 2030