Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.
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Prior Experience Needed
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How AI Impacts Each Task
26 tasks analyzed
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
Use handtools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists.
Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition. | - | - | - |
| Use handtools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, or precision instruments, as well as power tools, such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, or jacks and hoists. | - | - | - |
| Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment. | - | - | - |
| Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices. | - | - | - |
| Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$60,640
per year
Mean Wage
$62,480
per year
Employment
287K
workers
Wage Range
$41,670 - $85,980
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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