Diesel Mechanics for hire in Houston, TX
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Most popular skills
Mechanic Experience13%Service Technician Experience7%Communication Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED71%Associate's degree13%Bachelor's degree11%Years of experience
1-2 years4%3-5 years10%6-10 years34%Current company
GFL Environmental
AAA Cooper Transportations
Action truckingTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years24%2-5 years42%
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Last updated: Aug 12, 2026
Diesel Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $63,451 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,496 – $90,480 yearly
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Diesel Mechanic
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationASE CertificationASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationAir Brake EndorsementNon-CDL Class CArmed Security LicenseSkills
Time ManagementHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsDiesel Engine System RepairDiesel MechanicsDiesel Mechanic
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationEPA 609 CertificationASE CertificationDriver's LicenseEPA Universal CertificationNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingOhmmeterOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDiesel Technician
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Automotive Preventive Maintenance InspectionsMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseBrake RepairVehicle InspectionsDriver's LicenseServicing VehiclesSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceDiesel Technician
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Property & Casualty LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementTWIC CardSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTanker Trailer Mechanic
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementTWIC CardASE A5 Brakes CertificationDiesel Mechanic CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipTypingMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingDiesel Mechanic
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationAir Conditioning CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceAssemblyOperations ManagementData CollectionPivot TablesTyping
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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 133 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, service technician experience and communication skills.
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 ASE 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, tanker trailer mechanic and diesel technician II.
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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a Diesel Mechanic?
Most diesel mechanics have 13 years of professional experience.
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