Diesel Mechanics for hire in Kansas City, KS
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Most popular skills
Mechanic Experience11%Service Technician Experience8%Communication Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED76%Associate's degree7%Vocational or technical training7%Years of experience
More than 10 years42%6-10 years34%3-5 years18%Current company
Custom Truck One Source
Mhc Kenworth
AAA DISPOSALTime at current job
2-5 years47%1-2 years29%Less than a year18%
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Last updated: Sep 15, 2026
Diesel Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Kansas City, KS: $65,028 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $43,904 – $96,317 yearly
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Shop Supervisor/Foreman/Lead Maintenance/ On-call after hours mechanic.
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationMSHA CertificationAir Brake EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's License+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceDiesel Mechanic
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementCertified Notary PublicASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationEPA Refrigeration CertificationCDL+21 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementService Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceMobile Mechanic
Overland Park, Kansas
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationEPA Type IEPA 608 Technician CertificationEPA Type IIAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License+7 moreSkills
LeadershipMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingShop Supervisor/Mechanic
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationEPA 609 CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseWelding Certification+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceLeadershipService Technician ExperiencePresentation SkillsDiesel/ tRAILER Mechanic
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationDriver's LicenseAir Brake EndorsementClass EElectric Pallet Jack Certification+6 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsMicrosoft OfficeTrailer Mechanic
Kansas City, Missouri
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationDOT Physical CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseJourneyman License+4 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceAmmeterIndustrial Mechanic Experience
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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, 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 Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to diesel mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to diesel mechanics include: shop supervisor/mechanic, diesel technician and shop supervisor/foreman/lead maintenance/ on-call after hours 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 Kansas City, KS, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a diesel mechanic?
Most diesel mechanics have 9 years of professional experience.
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