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Diesel Technician

Diesel Technician

Industry
🚛Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Jobs per Year
603
Avg Houston Wage
$21

Career Overview

Diesel service technicians read work orders and determine the work that is required to repair the large vehicle. They perform basic maintenance and follow checklists to make sure critical parts are inspected.

As a diesel service technician, you have an easy career to enter that offers advancement opportunities. By working in a repair shop, you are able to work in a friendly and cohesive environment.

Requirements

Short-term training
Driver's license

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Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work outside
Physical strength
Interact with people

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$20 - $23/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$35 - $43/hr

Training Programs in Diesel Technician

These free and scholarship-based programs in Houston can help you launch this career path

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Diesel Equipment Technology
Texas State Technical College
Texas State Technical College
Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Jobs: 603Wage: $21-$39/hr
Duration 2 year Apprenticeship/Associate's Degree Program.
requires financial documentsrequires high school diploma or equivalencyReadiness test
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