Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Diesel Mechanic jobs in San Diego, CA

1,430 diesel mechanics employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $75,070/year median · 22% above the national median.

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The median diesel mechanic salary in San Diego, CA is $75,070/year, with a typical range of $62,280 to $83,350 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Diesel Mechanic pay in San Diego, CA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $62,280 $75,070 $83,350
25th$62,280 Median$75,070 75th$83,350 vs US22% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area (SOC 49-3031, Diesel Mechanic). Full Diesel Mechanic salary guide →

What is a Diesel Mechanic salary in San Diego?

The median diesel mechanic salary in San Diego, CA is $75,070/year, with a typical range of $62,280 to $83,350 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 1,430 diesel mechanics employed in the San Diego metro area.

Diesel Mechanic pay bands in San Diego 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.

Mid Level Diesel Mechanic

Typical mid level band in San Diego
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Diego, CA
Typical pay range
$63,809–$94,738
Common on
Greenhouse

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 San Diego
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Diego, CA
Typical pay range
$70,565–$93,387
Common on
iCIMS

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 San Diego
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Diego, CA
Typical pay range
$67,187–$86,630
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 San Diego
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Diego, CA
Typical pay range
$67,187–$94,738
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 San Diego
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Diego, CA
Typical pay range
$62,683–$89,333
Common on
Workday

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

Diesel Mechanic Career Ladder — San Diego Metro

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

  1. Entry Diesel Mechanic0–2 yrs$54,050
  2. Mid Diesel Mechanic2–5 yrs$71,316
  3. Senior Diesel Mechanic5–8 yrs$90,084
  4. Staff Diesel Mechanic8–12 yrs$108,851
  5. Lead Diesel Mechanic12+ yrs$127,619

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

Employers in the Diesel Mechanic hiring market in San Diego

  • 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 San Diego post Diesel Mechanic jobs

Employers in the San Diego 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 San Diego, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Diesel Mechanic earn in San Diego, CA?
Median $75,070/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $62,280–$83,350. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Diesel Mechanic jobs are there in San Diego?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 1,430 Diesel Mechanic roles employed in the San Diego metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Diego 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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