Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Diesel Mechanic jobs in San Jose, CA

720 diesel mechanics employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $88,980/year median · 44% above the national median.

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The median diesel mechanic salary in San Jose, CA is $88,980/year, with a typical range of $74,400 to $96,430 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Diesel Mechanic pay in San Jose, CA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $74,400 $88,980 $96,430
25th$74,400 Median$88,980 75th$96,430 vs US44% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA metro area (SOC 49-3031, Diesel Mechanic). Full Diesel Mechanic salary guide →

What is a Diesel Mechanic salary in San Jose?

The median diesel mechanic salary in San Jose, CA is $88,980/year, with a typical range of $74,400 to $96,430 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 720 diesel mechanics employed in the San Jose metro area.

Diesel Mechanic pay bands in San Jose 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 San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$78,302–$107,487
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 San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$84,975–$104,284
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 San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$76,967–$104,284
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 San Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$80,971–$112,292
Common on
Lever

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 Jose
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Jose, CA
Typical pay range
$82,306–$112,292
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 — San Jose Metro

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

  1. Entry Diesel Mechanic0–2 yrs$64,065
  2. Mid Diesel Mechanic2–5 yrs$84,531
  3. Senior Diesel Mechanic5–8 yrs$106,776
  4. Staff Diesel Mechanic8–12 yrs$129,021
  5. Lead Diesel Mechanic12+ yrs$151,266

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

Employers in the Diesel Mechanic hiring market in San Jose

  • 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 San Jose post Diesel Mechanic jobs

Employers in the San Jose 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 Jose, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Diesel Mechanic earn in San Jose, CA?
Median $88,980/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $74,400–$96,430. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Diesel Mechanic jobs are there in San Jose?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 720 Diesel Mechanic roles employed in the San Jose metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Jose 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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