Bus/Truck Mechanic

Code: 49-3031.00

Also known as: Bus Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Diesel Technician, Fleet Mechanic, General Repair Mechanic, Mechanic, Service Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Transit Mechanic, Truck Mechanic

Description: 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.

Bus/Truck Mechanic

Typical wages


10% $32,820
25% $40,180
Median $50,200
75% $62,290
90% $76,460
10% $15.78
25% $19.32
Median $24.13
75% $29.95
90% $36.76

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
281,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
290,800
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 24,500