Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by state
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists is a professional role in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family, focused on Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists work. Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.
What Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialistss do
Typical education: Post-Secondary Certificate
Use handtools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
Top skills:TroubleshootingRepairingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceQuality Control AnalysisCritical Thinking
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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay by experience level
Entry level$46,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$52,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$64,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$78,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$92,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+2.4%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
26,500
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by industry
Truck Transportation
56,870 workers
$62,000
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
33,490 workers
$68,500
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
33,130 workers
$74,000
Repair and Maintenance
33,000 workers
$63,500
Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
28,920 workers
$74,500
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
27,190 workers
$62,500
Motor Vehicle and Motor Vehicle Parts and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
26,260 workers
$68,500
Rental and Leasing Services
18,860 workers
$63,500
Automotive Equipment Rental and Leasing
16,350 workers
$63,000
Waste Management and Remediation Services
14,700 workers
$66,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pays 0% below the average across 52 roles in the Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family (family average $66,500).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make?
The average base salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in the United States is $66,500 per year, or about $31.97 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $52,500 and $78,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Installation, Maintenance, and Repair roles?
The Installation, Maintenance, and Repair job family averages $66,500 across 52 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
Need a defensible market price for this role? WePayFairly data is compiled from published survey sources and maintained by compensation professionals.
