Diesel mechanic schools in Wilmington, DE

3 schools within 30 miles of Wilmington, DE offer diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs, and the closest is Automotive Training Center-Exton in Exton, 23 miles away. Diesel mechanics in Delaware earn a median $63,590 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
23 mi
Public colleges
0
Median pay in DE
$63,590

3 diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools within 30 mi of Wilmington, DE

School results

  1. Automotive Training Center-Exton

    Exton, PA · 23 mi · Private

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Automotive technician
    • Auto body & collision repair

  2. Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc

    Exton, PA · 25 mi · Private

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician

  3. Pennco Tech-Blackwood

    Blackwood, NJ · 25 mi · Private

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

What diesel mechanics earn in Delaware

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

Diesel mechanic salary in DelawareHow to become a diesel mechanic

Median pay
$63,590
$30.57 an hour
Typical range
$49,250–$82,650
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in DE
670
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

What are the closest diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools to Wilmington?

The closest are Automotive Training Center-Exton (Exton, 23 mi), Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc (Exton, 25 mi), and Pennco Tech-Blackwood (Blackwood, 25 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach diesel & heavy equipment mechanic.

How much do diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs near Wilmington cost?

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $12,578 to $24,883. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do diesel mechanics make near Wilmington?

Across Delaware, the median pay is $63,590 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

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

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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