Diesel mechanic helper vs fleet mechanic

The differences between diesel mechanic helpers and fleet mechanics can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both a diesel mechanic helper and a fleet mechanic. Additionally, a fleet mechanic has an average salary of $50,065, which is higher than the $46,733 average annual salary of a diesel mechanic helper.

The top three skills for a diesel mechanic helper include diesel engines, oil changes and A/C. The most important skills for a fleet mechanic are CDL, DOT, and diagnosis.

Diesel mechanic helper vs fleet mechanic overview

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Fleet Mechanic
Yearly salary	$46,733	$50,065
Hourly rate	$22.47	$24.07
Growth rate	4%	4%
Number of jobs	60,598	90,785
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	Associate Degree, 35%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	2	2

Diesel mechanic helper vs fleet mechanic salary

Diesel mechanic helpers and fleet mechanics have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Fleet Mechanic
Average salary	$46,733	$50,065
Salary range	Between $35,000 And $62,000	Between $37,000 And $66,000
Highest paying City	-	Sacramento, CA
Highest paying state	-	California
Best paying company	-	OGE Energy
Best paying industry	-	Construction

Differences between diesel mechanic helper and fleet mechanic education

There are a few differences between a diesel mechanic helper and a fleet mechanic in terms of educational background:

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Fleet Mechanic
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	Associate Degree, 35%
Most common major	Automotive Technology	Automotive Technology
Most common college	-	-

Diesel mechanic helper vs fleet mechanic demographics

Here are the differences between diesel mechanic helpers' and fleet mechanics' demographics:

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Fleet Mechanic
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 96.8% Female, 3.2%	Male, 97.9% Female, 2.1%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 7.2% Unknown, 5.0% Hispanic or Latino, 19.9% Asian, 2.3% White, 64.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%	Black or African American, 8.7% Unknown, 5.0% Hispanic or Latino, 18.1% Asian, 2.4% White, 64.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	2%	2%

Differences between diesel mechanic helper and fleet mechanic duties and responsibilities

Diesel mechanic helper example responsibilities.

Accomplish several other kenworth basic training modules.Skills UsedProblem solving, mechanical aptitude, and efficient workmanship.
Raise heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment by using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Document repairs, modifications and inspections in accordance with FAA requirements on both paper and in an automate maintenance information database.
Perform maintenance and repair on Volvo, GMC, and Isuzu trucks, as well as other makes.
Certify in Peterbilt and Volvo electrical and a/c systems

Fleet mechanic example responsibilities.

Obtain CDL while employ here.
DOT Hazmat certify for shipping waste.
Perform MIG and stick welding when need.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the shop.
Repair and identify facility issues per OSHA standards.
truck ladders, small equipment stands, misc shop items.

Diesel mechanic helper vs fleet mechanic skills

Common diesel mechanic helper skills

Diesel Engines, 14%
Oil Changes, 8%
A/C, 7%
Diesel Vehicles, 7%
Brake Systems, 7%
Air Brakes, 7%

Common fleet mechanic skills

CDL, 13%
DOT, 9%
Diagnosis, 7%
Hand Tools, 7%
MIG, 7%
OSHA, 6%

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