Diesel Mechanics for hire in Columbia, SC
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Mechanic Experience12%Communication Skills9%Service Technician Experience7%Education level
High school diploma or GED70%Associate's degree20%Vocational or technical training8%Years of experience
More than 10 years52%6-10 years28%3-5 years12%Current company
U S Army
Gray DieselLove's Travel Stops & Country Stores
Time at current job
2-5 years32%More than 5 years26%Less than a year21%
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Last updated: Sep 15, 2026
Diesel Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, SC: $69,633 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $52,695 – $92,016 yearly
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Diesel Technician/Mechanic
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardChrysler CertificationDriver's LicensePERC CardOSHA 10+7 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipLead Pipe Layer
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DConfined Space CertificationEMT CertificationAerial Lift CertificationNATE CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+26 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceFront Loader TruckOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDiesel Mechanic
Lexington, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
AEDDriver's LicenseTIPSOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRDiesel Mechanic Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceLead Diesel Technician
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseASE CertificationASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake Endorsement+1 moreSkills
Service Technician ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsDiesel Engine System RepairDiesel MechanicsDiesel Engine RepairHead Mechanic
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementDiesel Engine System RepairTruck/Diesel Mechanic
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Certified Notary PublicASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationASE A1 Engine Repair CertificationASE Advanced Engine Performance Specialist CertificationFirearms LicenseASE A8 Engine Performance Certification+17 moreSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills
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What's the average time to fill a diesel mechanic role?
The average time to fill a diesel mechanic role is 131 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do diesel mechanics tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a diesel mechanic include: mechanic experience, communication skills and service technician experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for a diesel mechanic?
Common licenses or certifications for diesel mechanics include: Driver's License, Air Brake Endorsement and Air Conditioning Certification.
What are some job titles related to diesel mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to diesel mechanics include: diesel technician, service technician and truck/diesel mechanic.
What level of education is common for a diesel mechanic?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a diesel mechanic in Columbia, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a diesel mechanic?
Most diesel mechanics have 12 years of professional experience.
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