Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

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Also known as:  Biodiesel Engine Specialist, Diesel Engine Fitter, Diesel Service Technician, Marine Diesel Technician, School Bus Mechanic, Tractor Trailer Mechanic, Truck Engine Technician


The diesel engine is the workhorse powering most heavy vehicles and equipment today, because it is more durable and delivers more power than its gasoline counterpart. Diesel engine mechanics maintain and rebuild diesel engines and the vehicles they power.

Mechanics may work on equipment rang ...
ing from bulldozers to farm tractors, while other work on locomotives and even boats. With the increasing number of electronic part use to operate the engine, mechanics now use handheld diagnostic computers and other specialized test equipment to determine the necessary repairs.

Although many mechanics receive years of on-the-job training, a formal diesel mechanic training program is recommended to improve the ability to under complex technical manuals and learn the latest engineering changes. With the every-increasing dependence on truck delivery of goods, this is a growing field with a demand for skilled workers!
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Dealing and handling conflict
Competition for this position
Communication with others
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Comfort of the work setting
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Exposure to job hazards
Physical demands
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Rebuild gas or diesel engines.
Align front ends and suspension systems.
Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves.
Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units.
Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors.
Diagnose and repair vehicle heating and cooling systems.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Control Precision The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Arm-Hand Steadiness The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Hearing Sensitivity The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Repairing Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Operation and Control Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively.