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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Role Overview

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.

Recommended Majors

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
Hawaii	$79,010
Washington	$76,940
Alaska	$73,180
Maryland	$71,620
California	$70,650
Connecticut	$70,160
New Jersey	$68,620
Massachusetts	$67,590
New York	$66,840
Colorado	$66,330
New Hampshire	$65,580
District of Columbia	$65,570
Nevada	$65,180
Rhode Island	$64,690
Minnesota	$64,340

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What is the job outlook for this career?

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$60,640

Projected Growth (10yr)

+2.4%

Avg. annual openings

26.5k

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