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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists vs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: Salary Comparison (2026)

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialistss earn a median salary of $60,640/year, while Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn $49,670/year - a difference of $10,970. Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialistss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Median salary
$60,640
$49,670
Hourly rate
$29.15/hr
$23.88/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$41,670
$33,660
Senior level (90th %)
$85,980
$80,850
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
287,230
688,840
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Repair & Maintenance
Repair & Maintenance
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