Career fit quiz

Is Diesel Mechanic the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the diesel mechanic career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the diesel mechanic job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I love figuring out why engines and machines fail
Statement 2 of 8I don’t mind grease and heavy parts
Statement 3 of 8I’m comfortable using computers for diagnostics
Statement 4 of 8I can work steadily on my own
Statement 5 of 8I’m OK with evening or overnight shifts
Statement 6 of 8I want a career that doesn’t require a four-year degree
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 6–24 months training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $61,770 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Diesel mechanics inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair diesel engines and the trucks, buses and equipment they power, from engines and air brakes to electronics and emissions systems.

  • Perform preventive maintenance inspections and services
  • Diagnose problems using diagnostic software and test equipment
  • Repair or rebuild engines, transmissions and drivetrains
  • Inspect and repair air brakes, steering and suspension
  • Service aftertreatment systems such as DPF, DEF and SCR

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