Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
SOC Code: 49-3031 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $54,475 | $67,662 | $80,850 | $94,037 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $58,635 | $70,387 | $82,160 | $93,912 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $54,122 | $66,872 | $79,622 | $92,373 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $61,859 | $71,718 | $81,578 | $91,437 |
| Napa, CA | $56,722 | $68,037 | $79,331 | $90,646 |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $57,096 | $67,787 | $78,478 | $89,170 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $64,085 | $72,093 | $80,080 | $88,088 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $56,992 | $66,768 | $76,544 | $86,320 |
| Bellingham, WA | $55,286 | $64,771 | $74,277 | $83,762 |
| Modesto, CA | $52,894 | $62,982 | $73,091 | $83,179 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 4.0 | |
| Troubleshooting | 4.0 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.4 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.2 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.2 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Speaking | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.7 |
| Transportation | 3.9 |
| Education and Training | 3.5 |
| English Language | 3.5 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.3 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.3 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 39.5% |
| High school diploma | 36.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 21.9% |
| Less than high school | 1.0% |
Typical Tasks
- 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.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
- Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, or pressure gauges.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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