Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Diesel Mechanic jobs in Lincoln, NE

410 diesel mechanics employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $59,570/year median · 4% below the national median.

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The median diesel mechanic salary in Lincoln, NE is $59,570/year, with a typical range of $50,130 to $64,600 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Diesel Mechanic pay in Lincoln, NE

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $50,130 $59,570 $64,600
25th$50,130 Median$59,570 75th$64,600 vs US4% below the national median

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

What is a Diesel Mechanic salary in Lincoln?

The median diesel mechanic salary in Lincoln, NE is $59,570/year, with a typical range of $50,130 to $64,600 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 410 diesel mechanics employed in the Lincoln metro area.

Diesel Mechanic pay bands in Lincoln 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.

Staff Diesel Mechanic

Typical staff band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$52,421–$66,599
Common on
Workday

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

Senior Diesel Mechanic

Typical senior band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$56,889–$71,960
Common on
Workday

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 Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$51,528–$70,888
Common on
Lever

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 Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$50,634–$66,599
Common on
iCIMS

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 Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$48,847–$74,105
Common on
Ashby

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

Diesel Mechanic Career Ladder — Lincoln Metro

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

  1. Entry Diesel Mechanic0–2 yrs$42,890
  2. Mid Diesel Mechanic2–5 yrs$56,591
  3. Senior Diesel Mechanic5–8 yrs$71,484
  4. Staff Diesel Mechanic8–12 yrs$86,376
  5. Lead Diesel Mechanic12+ yrs$101,269

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

Employers in the Diesel Mechanic hiring market in Lincoln

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

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 Lincoln post Diesel Mechanic jobs

Employers in the Lincoln 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 Lincoln, NE — Common Questions

How much does a Diesel Mechanic earn in Lincoln, NE?
Median $59,570/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $50,130–$64,600. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Diesel Mechanic jobs are there in Lincoln?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 410 Diesel Mechanic roles employed in the Lincoln metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Lincoln 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.
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