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Occupation:

Senior Diesel Technician

Alternative Job Titles

Senior Diesel Technician, Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician II, Diesel Mechanic III, Senior Diesel Technician/Mechanic, Head Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Senior Diesel Technicians are responsible for diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of mechanical problems as well as highly specialized and technical areas such as Compressed Natural Gas, and other alternative fuel conversion and repairs. Senior diesel technicians must diagnose the more complicated drivability problems, performing the maintenance, repair, and inspection of the Compressed Natural Gas fueling station,  and serving as a lead worker to other Automotive Mechanics.

Required Skills & Abilities

Typical Salary

$37,900 - $78,000

Education Required

  • Trade school certification or additional vocational training preferred

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