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Diesel Mechanic

Also known as: Diesel Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Engine Specialist, Fleet Mechanic

AI Impact Score

22/100

Diesel engines are becoming more complex with emissions controls and electronic systems, but the physical repair work on heavy-duty trucks, equipment, and buses requires skilled technicians that AI cannot replace.

$40k – $75k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

280,000

Total Jobs (US)

+5%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Routine diagnostic code readingService interval trackingBasic emissions test loggingParts catalog searches

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Engine performance diagnosticsPredictive failure analysisFleet maintenance optimizationEmissions system troubleshooting

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Heavy component repair and replacementComplex hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshootingField service and breakdown responseDOT inspection and complianceMulti-system integration diagnosis