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How to become bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialistseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Manufacturing & Repair Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$61,770
25th–75th pct. $50,540–$75,470
Top pay (est.)
$115,400
Top 10% $88,740
Pay in 5 years
$71,900est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$83,700est.
$72,000–$97,200
Outlook score
54/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
36%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.6%
24K openings / yr

How to become bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists

Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Long-term on-the-job training

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Key skills

Repairing
3.9
Troubleshooting
3.8
Equipment Maintenance
3.4
Critical Thinking
3.4
Quality Control Analysis
3.2
Operations Monitoring
3.2
Operation and Control
3.1
Complex Problem Solving
3.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Mechanical
6.0
Transportation
4.4
Education and Training
4.2
Computers and Electronics
3.6
English Language
3.5
Physics
3.2
Public Safety and Security
3.2
Chemistry
3.2

What the work involves

Handling and Moving ObjectsControlling Machines and ProcessesRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsPerforming General Physical ActivitiesInspecting Equipment, Structures, or MaterialsRepairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Important abilities

Near VisionExtent FlexibilityHearing SensitivityVisualizationControl PrecisionOral Comprehension

Education of workers

Post-secondary certificate
39%
High school diploma
37%
Less than high school
1%

Training before entry

1–2 years
38%
3–6 months
21%
Up to 1 month
15%
None / short demo
11%
1–3 months
10%
4–10 years
2%
6–12 months
2%

Related work experience

1–2 years
35%
6–12 months
23%
2–4 years
22%
6–8 years
12%
4–6 years
7%

Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.