Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Diesel Mechanic jobs in Birmingham, AL

1,590 diesel mechanics employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $55,040/year median · 11% below the national median.

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The median diesel mechanic salary in Birmingham, AL is $55,040/year, with a typical range of $47,890 to $63,030 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Diesel Mechanic pay in Birmingham, AL

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Birmingham metro. Half of Diesel Mechanics earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $47,890 $55,040 $63,030
25th$47,890 Median$55,040 75th$63,030 vs US11% below the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Birmingham, AL metro area (SOC 49-3031, Diesel Mechanic). Full Diesel Mechanic salary guide →

What is a Diesel Mechanic salary in Birmingham?

The median diesel mechanic salary in Birmingham, AL is $55,040/year, with a typical range of $47,890 to $63,030 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 1,590 diesel mechanics employed in the Birmingham metro area.

Diesel Mechanic pay bands in Birmingham by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior Diesel Mechanic

Typical senior band in Birmingham
Example (illustrative)
Location
Birmingham, AL
Typical pay range
$48,435–$61,534
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Typical lead band in Birmingham
Example (illustrative)
Location
Birmingham, AL
Typical pay range
$49,260–$64,506
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Diesel Mechanic

Typical staff band in Birmingham
Example (illustrative)
Location
Birmingham, AL
Typical pay range
$45,958–$68,469
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Typical lead band in Birmingham
Example (illustrative)
Location
Birmingham, AL
Typical pay range
$52,563–$68,469
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Diesel Mechanic

Typical entry level band in Birmingham
Example (illustrative)
Location
Birmingham, AL
Typical pay range
$47,609–$62,525
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Diesel Mechanic Career Ladder — Birmingham Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Birmingham’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Diesel Mechanic0–2 yrs$39,628
  2. Mid Diesel Mechanic2–5 yrs$52,288
  3. Senior Diesel Mechanic5–8 yrs$66,048
  4. Staff Diesel Mechanic8–12 yrs$79,808
  5. Lead Diesel Mechanic12+ yrs$93,568

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 49-3031, Diesel Mechanic).

Employers in the Diesel Mechanic hiring market in Birmingham

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Birmingham post Diesel Mechanic jobs

Employers in the Birmingham metro typically post Diesel Mechanic roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Diesel Mechanic in Birmingham, AL — Common Questions

How much does a Diesel Mechanic earn in Birmingham, AL?
Median $55,040/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $47,890–$63,030. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Diesel Mechanic jobs are there in Birmingham?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 1,590 Diesel Mechanic roles employed in the Birmingham metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Birmingham employers use for Diesel Mechanic?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Diesel Mechanic jobs for me?
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