JobSOC 49-3031

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

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.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

2 programs

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician47.0605
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician47.0613

02.

Draws on

Mechanical4.7 of 5
Transportation3.9 of 5
Education and Training3.5 of 5
English Language3.5 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.