Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Diesel Mechanic jobs in Sacramento, CA

1,190 diesel mechanics employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $72,660/year median · 18% above the national median.

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The median diesel mechanic salary in Sacramento, CA is $72,660/year, with a typical range of $59,950 to $81,630 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Diesel Mechanic pay in Sacramento, CA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $59,950 $72,660 $81,630
25th$59,950 Median$72,660 75th$81,630 vs US18% above the national median

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

What is a Diesel Mechanic salary in Sacramento?

The median diesel mechanic salary in Sacramento, CA is $72,660/year, with a typical range of $59,950 to $81,630 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 1,190 diesel mechanics employed in the Sacramento metro area.

Diesel Mechanic pay bands in Sacramento 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 Sacramento
Example (illustrative)
Location
Sacramento, CA
Typical pay range
$62,850–$81,233
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 Sacramento
Example (illustrative)
Location
Sacramento, CA
Typical pay range
$68,300–$87,773
Common on
Ashby

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

Mid Level Diesel Mechanic

Typical mid level band in Sacramento
Example (illustrative)
Location
Sacramento, CA
Typical pay range
$61,761–$79,926
Common on
iCIMS

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 Sacramento
Example (illustrative)
Location
Sacramento, CA
Typical pay range
$59,581–$82,541
Common on
iCIMS

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 Sacramento
Example (illustrative)
Location
Sacramento, CA
Typical pay range
$60,671–$82,541
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 — Sacramento Metro

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

  1. Entry Diesel Mechanic0–2 yrs$52,315
  2. Mid Diesel Mechanic2–5 yrs$69,027
  3. Senior Diesel Mechanic5–8 yrs$87,192
  4. Staff Diesel Mechanic8–12 yrs$105,357
  5. Lead Diesel Mechanic12+ yrs$123,522

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

Employers in the Diesel Mechanic hiring market in Sacramento

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

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 Sacramento post Diesel Mechanic jobs

Employers in the Sacramento 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 Sacramento, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Diesel Mechanic earn in Sacramento, CA?
Median $72,660/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $59,950–$81,630. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Diesel Mechanic jobs are there in Sacramento?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 1,190 Diesel Mechanic roles employed in the Sacramento metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Sacramento 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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