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How much do assistant diesel parts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant diesel parts in the United States is $15.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can you make 6 figures as a diesel technician?

Experienced diesel technicians can potentially earn six-figure salaries, especially with specialized skills, certifications, and working in high-demand environments or overtime. Entry-level positions typically pay less, but wages increase with experience, expertise, and additional certifications such as ASE. Salary varies by location, employer, and individual skill level.

Do diesel mechanics make 100k a year?

Diesel mechanics can earn $100,000 or more annually, especially with extensive experience, specialized skills, certifications, and working in high-demand environments. However, median salaries typically range from $45,000 to $70,000, with top earners in certain regions or industries reaching higher figures.

What is the highest paying diesel technician job?

The highest paying diesel technician jobs are often senior or master technicians, specialized in heavy-duty equipment or industrial engines, and may work for large fleet companies or manufacturing firms. These roles typically require advanced certifications, extensive experience, and proficiency with diagnostic tools, leading to higher salaries compared to entry-level positions.

What is the difference between Assistant Diesel Parts vs Diesel Mechanic?

AspectAssistant Diesel PartsDiesel Mechanic
CertificationsNone required, some on-the-job trainingASE certification or equivalent often required
Work EnvironmentParts departments, warehouses, retail storesRepair shops, service centers, garages
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with parts inventory, ordering, and customer serviceDiagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines

Assistant Diesel Parts roles focus on supporting parts management and customer service, while Diesel Mechanics perform hands-on engine repairs. Both roles are essential in the diesel industry but differ in responsibilities and required skills.

What is an assistant diesel mechanic?

An assistant diesel mechanic supports experienced technicians in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and related systems. They often perform tasks such as replacing parts, conducting inspections, and using diagnostic tools, typically under supervision. Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of diesel engine components are important for this role.
What cities are hiring for Assistant Diesel Parts jobs? Cities with the most Assistant Diesel Parts job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Diesel Parts jobs? The most popular types of Diesel Parts jobs are:
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Infographic showing various Assistant Diesel Parts job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,462 per year, or $15.6 per hour.
Assistant Diesel Mechanic - PTO, Tool & Boot Allowance, 401(k) Match!

Assistant Diesel Mechanic - PTO, Tool & Boot Allowance, 401(k) Match!

Waste Management

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Waste Management rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 634 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 75 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Assistant Diesel Mechanic at WM - and more. 

About us

WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy. 

The pay and benefits you'll get as Assistant Diesel Mechanic

  • Starting salary of $22-$28 DOE + $3 shift differential 
  • Stable hours for your financial stability
  • Tool allowance reimbursement up to $2,000
  • Boot allowance worth an additional $200
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage that starts on day one.
  • We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members
  • Company-matched 401(k)
  • Adoption assistance and parent support

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Assistant Diesel Mechanic whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career - WM is there, helping build the best and total you.

The hours and location you'll work in as a Assistant Diesel Mechanic with WM:

  • Monday - Friday
  • Third Shift 6pm to 4am
  • We're committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.
  • The normal setting for this job is a repair / maintenance shop at our Ft Worth, Tx. 

Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as Assistant Diesel Mechanic at WM. 

Each day you'll fix the trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As an Assistant Diesel Mechanic you can take pride in watching a truck roll out of the shop, knowing your local community will be supported by your hard work. Our mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. You'll be using modern tools and procedures to deliver exceptional maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks.

Here's more of what you'll do:

  • Inspect, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
  • Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and new parts.
  • Perform your work within our Standard Labor Repair Times (SRTs).
  • Respond to service calls for emergency breakdowns.
  • Safety checks on vehicles - the safety of every single employee and the people in our communities is our number one priority
  • Complete required paperwork, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
  • Assisting senior Mechanics in the completion of project work.
  • Reviews, completes, or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

What do you need to be considered for the role of Assistant Diesel Mechanic

  • A valid drivers license, with a clean driving record
  • Be over 18 years of age.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen and physical.

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:

  • Team players who care about everyone in the shop
  • Happy working independently and as part of a team
  • Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
  • Determined problem solvers.

Work environment and physical demands

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

  • Required to exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing 
  • Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often; 
  • Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often; 
  • This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

If this sounds like what you've been looking for, then click 'Apply now' to start your tomorrow, today.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.


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