Diesel mechanic schools in North Carolina

We found 17 schools offering diesel & heavy equipment mechanic training in North Carolina, with campuses in Asheville, Flat Rock, Wilmington, and Morehead City and more. Diesel mechanics in North Carolina earn a median $57,490 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
17
Public colleges
17
Median pay in NC
$57,490
Cities with schools
4

17 diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools

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  1. Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

    Asheville, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  2. Blue Ridge Community College - North Carolina

    Flat Rock, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +11

  3. Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

    Hudson, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14

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  5. Cape Fear Community College

    Wilmington, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  6. Carteret Community College

    Morehead City, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +11

  7. Central Piedmont Community College

    Charlotte, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  8. Coastal Carolina Community College

    Jacksonville, NC · Public

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

  9. Davidson-Davie Community College

    Thomasville, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +21

  10. Forsyth Technical Community College

    Winston-Salem, NC · Public

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

  11. Guilford Technical Community College

    Jamestown, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  12. James Sprunt Community College

    Kenansville, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +4

  13. Johnston Community College

    Smithfield, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12

  14. Pitt Community College

    Winterville, NC · Public

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

  15. Randolph Community College

    Asheboro, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +10

  16. Rowan-Cabarrus Community College

    Salisbury, NC · Public

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

  17. Wake Technical Community College

    Raleigh, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

  18. Wilkes Community College

    Wilkesboro, NC · Public

    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

Diesel mechanic schools by city

What diesel mechanics earn in North Carolina

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

Diesel mechanic salary in North CarolinaHow to become a diesel mechanic

Median pay
$57,490
$27.64 an hour
Typical range
$39,890–$76,240
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NC
11,070
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 North Carolina?

We list 17 schools in North Carolina with diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs: 17 public colleges. Campuses are in Asheville, Flat Rock, Wilmington, Morehead City, and Jacksonville.

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

Yes. 17 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

Among the 16 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,776 to $15,002. 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 North Carolina?

The median pay for diesel mechanics in North Carolina is $57,490 a year, and most earn between $39,890 and $76,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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