Diesel mechanic helper vs light wheel mechanic

The differences between diesel mechanic helpers and light wheel 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 light wheel mechanic. Additionally, a diesel mechanic helper has an average salary of $46,733, which is higher than the $41,948 average annual salary of a light wheel mechanic.

The top three skills for a diesel mechanic helper include diesel engines, oil changes and A/C. The most important skills for a light wheel mechanic are mechanical problems, electrical systems, and equipment systems.

Diesel mechanic helper vs light wheel mechanic overview

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Light Wheel Mechanic
Yearly salary	$46,733	$41,948
Hourly rate	$22.47	$20.17
Growth rate	4%	4%
Number of jobs	60,598	90,297
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 41%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	2	2

Diesel mechanic helper vs light wheel mechanic salary

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

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Light Wheel Mechanic
Average salary	$46,733	$41,948
Salary range	Between $35,000 And $62,000	Between $25,000 And $67,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
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Differences between diesel mechanic helper and light wheel mechanic education

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

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Light Wheel Mechanic
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 52%	High School Diploma, 41%
Most common major	Automotive Technology	Automotive Technology
Most common college	-	-

Diesel mechanic helper vs light wheel mechanic demographics

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

	Diesel Mechanic Helper	Light Wheel Mechanic
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 96.8% Female, 3.2%	Male, 87.4% Female, 12.6%
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, 9.0% Unknown, 5.0% Hispanic or Latino, 17.4% Asian, 2.5% White, 65.1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.1%
LGBT Percentage	2%	2%

Differences between diesel mechanic helper and light wheel 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

Light wheel mechanic example responsibilities.

Manage projects dot compliance and driver logs.
DOT inspections on assign vehicles.
Install and run hydrolic lines.
Complete basic training and additional AIT training.
Assist in the diagnosis and repairs of the tractor/trailer fleet.
Maintain CDL to transport vehicles from one location to another.

Diesel mechanic helper vs light wheel 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 light wheel mechanic skills

Mechanical Problems, 36%
Electrical Systems, 21%
Equipment Systems, 18%
MOS, 9%
Track Vehicles, 9%
AIT, 5%

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