Diesel mechanic schools in Union City, GA
4 schools within 30 miles of Union City, GA offer diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs, and the closest is Atlanta Technical College in Atlanta, 12 miles away. Diesel mechanics in Georgia earn a median $61,370 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 12 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in GA
- $61,370
4 diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools within 30 mi of Union City, GA
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Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA · 12 mi · Public
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +29
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA · 23 mi · Public
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +28
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA · 23 mi · Public
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +19
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Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA · 28 mi · Public
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
What diesel mechanics earn in Georgia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Diesel mechanic salary in GeorgiaHow to become a diesel mechanic
- Median pay
- $61,370
- $29.50 an hour
- Typical range
- $45,890–$85,260
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in GA
- 10,910
- 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 Union City?
The closest are Atlanta Technical College (Atlanta, 12 mi), Chattahoochee Technical College (Marietta, 23 mi), and Georgia Piedmont Technical College (Clarkston, 23 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach diesel & heavy equipment mechanic.
How much do diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs near Union City cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,407 to $13,761. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do diesel mechanics make near Union City?
Across Georgia, the median pay is $61,370 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 Union City?
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.
Diesel mechanic schools in nearby cities
- Douglasville (13 mi)
- Atlanta (14 mi)
- Stockbridge (19 mi)
- Stonecrest (25 mi)
- Kennesaw (30 mi)
- Roswell (33 mi)
- Lawrenceville (41 mi)