Diesel mechanic schools in Alabama

We found 9 schools offering diesel & heavy equipment mechanic training in Alabama, with campuses in Mobile, Hanceville, Gadsden, and Montgomery and more. Diesel mechanics in Alabama earn a median $50,470 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
9
Median pay in AL
$50,470

9 diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools

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  1. Bishop State Community College

    Mobile, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  2. Gadsden State Community College

    Gadsden, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18

  3. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

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  5. H. Councill Trenholm State Community College

    Montgomery, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  6. J F Ingram State Technical College

    Deatsville, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  7. Lawson State Community College - Birmingham

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

  8. Lurleen B Wallace Community College

    Andalusia, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +9

  9. Reid State Technical College

    Evergreen, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +4

  10. Shelton State Community College

    Tuscaloosa, AL · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

What diesel mechanics earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Diesel mechanic salary in AlabamaHow to become a diesel mechanic

Median pay
$50,470
$24.26 an hour
Typical range
$37,470–$75,660
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
6,130
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.6%
24,400 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools are in Alabama?

We list 9 schools in Alabama with diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Mobile, Hanceville, Gadsden, Montgomery, and Deatsville.

Are there community college diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs in Alabama?

Yes. 9 public colleges in Alabama offer diesel & heavy equipment mechanic. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does diesel & heavy equipment mechanic school cost in Alabama?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,739 to $14,557. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do diesel mechanics make in Alabama?

The median pay for diesel mechanics in Alabama is $50,470 a year, and most earn between $37,470 and $75,660, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a diesel & heavy equipment mechanic school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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