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Bus and Truck Mechanics

Bus and truck mechanics maintain and repair diesel engines.

Bus and truck mechanics work on several types of vehicles including bulldozers, cranes, and farm tractors. Their duties include repairing broken-down vehicles as well as performing regular maintenance.

Bus and Truck Mechanics are in the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career cluster and the Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$20.92 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   13.9%

Above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Postsecondary vocational training is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Examine and adjust safety and protective features.
  • Change oil, check batteries, repair tires and tubes, and oil moving parts.
  • Clean or replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
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Job Title Examples:

 Certified Mechanic,  Diesel Mechanic,  General Repair Mechanic 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.