Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship in New York

Wages, programs & career outlook

Diesel mechanics service the engines that power commercial trucks, buses, construction equipment, and farm machinery. The work ranges from routine fleet maintenance to diagnosing electronic engine faults on rigs that can't sit idle long.

NY Median Salary
$66,840/yr
+10% vs. national
National Median
$60,640/yr
NY Employment
14,320
Diesel Mechanics employed
NY Sponsors
2
Registered programs
Training Term
4.0 yrs
Time-Based
Job Growth
2.4%
2024–2034 projected
Annual Openings
26,500
Nationally, per yr

Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship in New York: Quick Facts

What apprenticeship means here

A registered diesel mechanic apprenticeship in New York combines paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Programs typically run 4.0 years and follow a time-based structure. You earn wages from day one — apprentices are employees, not students.

New York pay vs. national

Median diesel mechanic wages in New York are $66,840/year, +10% above the national median of $60,640. Wages scale with experience — journey-level workers earn substantially more than apprentices.

Where to find programs

New York has 2 registered apprenticeship sponsors for diesel mechanic listed in the U.S. Department of Labor's apprenticeship.gov directory. The sponsor list further down includes joint labor-management programs (JATCs), individual employers, and contractor associations.

Job-market outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 2.4% job growth for diesel mechanics nationally between 2024 and 2034, with approximately 26,500 annual openings each year (replacement plus growth combined). Apprenticeship demand tends to track local construction and infrastructure spending — New York-specific outlook can vary from national figures.

New York Wage Spread

Annual wages for Diesel Mechanics in New York across all experience levels.

10th pct
$46,850
Median
$66,840
90th pct
$87,140
Middle 50% of workers earn $56,480$81,610

Current Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship Openings in New York

No diesel mechanic apprenticeship openings are currently listed on apprenticeship.gov for New York. The sponsors listed below accept applications on a rolling basis — contact them directly. Consider setting up an alert on apprenticeship.gov to be notified when new listings are posted.

Listings aggregated from apprenticeship.gov (US Dept. of Labor). Data refreshed daily.

Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship Sponsors in New York

2 diesel mechanic-related registered sponsors identified in the DOL ApprenticeshipUSA directory for New York. Directory lists sponsor names only — contact each organization directly to confirm current diesel mechanic apprenticeship openings.

Organization City County
Cummins Inc. Lakewood
Keith Titus Corp Dba: Exit 40 Truck And Trailer Repair Services Weedsport
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Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship in New York

With 2 trade-specific sponsors in our directory, New York's Diesel Mechanic apprenticeship landscape is limited. Candidates should also consider nearby states or contact national union offices for referrals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do Diesel Mechanics earn in New York?
Diesel Mechanics in New York earn a median salary of $66,840/yr according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024). This is above the national median of $60,640 for the trade.
How many years does it take to become a Diesel Mechanic through apprenticeship?
The standard Diesel Mechanic apprenticeship is 4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
Is an apprenticeship better than trade school for Diesel Mechanics?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Diesel Mechanics, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Where can I apply for a Diesel Mechanic apprenticeship in New York?
Our directory surfaces 2 Diesel Mechanic-related registered sponsors in New York. Start with your local trade union hall, joint apprenticeship committee (JAC), or state apprenticeship agency. You can also search apprenticeship.gov by occupation and ZIP.
Do Diesel Mechanic apprentices get paid during training?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In New York, a first-year Diesel Mechanic apprentice might earn around $33,420/yr (roughly half the $66,840 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 4-year program.

Prefer Trade School Instead?

Apprenticeships pay from day one, but the classroom-first path may fit better for some. Diesel Mechanics also train through trade school programs — shorter timeline, more upfront cost.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.