Diesel Engine Specialist
At a glance
- Median Salary$47,838
- Local Jobs532
Entry-Level Education
Certification
Occupation Profile
Diesel technician, Farm equipment technician, Heavy equipment technician, Recreational vehicle repair technician, Marine Diesel
By the Numbers
Median annual earnings$47,838
Median Annual Earnings are the midpoint earned by 50 percent of workers who are the lowest paid and 50 percent of workers who are the highest paid in a particular occupationLocal Jobs532
Median Annual Earnings are the midpoint earned by 50 percent of workers who are the lowest paid and 50 percent of workers who are the highest paid in a particular occupationEntry-level educationCertification
Median Annual Earnings are the midpoint earned by 50 percent of workers who are the lowest paid and 50 percent of workers who are the highest paid in a particular occupation
Daily Tasks
- Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
- Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
- Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
- Announce stops to passengers.
- Assist passengers, such as elderly or disabled individuals, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.
- Collect tickets or cash fares from passengers.
- Report delays or accidents.
- Handle passenger emergencies or disruptions.
- Advise passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Record information, such as cash receipts and ticket fares, and maintain log book.
- Maintain cleanliness of bus or motor coach.
Occupational Skills
What skills are necessary for a Diesel Engine Specialist career?
Hard Skills
- Behavior Management
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Bus Driving
- Electron Capture Detector
- Global Positioning Systems
- Head Start (Education Program)
- Oil And Gas
- Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
- Safety Training
- Supply And Demand
Soft Skills
- Arithmetic
- Cleanliness
- Coaching
- Communications
- First Aid
- Good Driving Record
- Mentorship
- Multilingualism
- Operations
- Valid Driver's License
Hard skills are specific, learnable, measurable, often industry- or occupation-specific abilities related to a position.
Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education. They are essential in many industries and occupations.
Educational Programs
Diesel Engine Specialist
Del Mar College
| Type | Credential | Hrs | Online | Financial Aid |
| Credit | AAS Degree/L1/L2 | 60/52/37 | No | Yes |
Learn more aboutDiesel Engine Specialist
Visit Career Coach for additional in-depth information and available training programs for this job.
Visit Career CoachGo
