Diesel mechanic schools in Wisconsin
Looking for diesel & heavy equipment mechanic schools in Wisconsin? There are 12, including 12 public colleges. Diesel mechanics in Wisconsin earn a median $62,450 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 12
- Median pay in WI
- $62,450
- Cities with schools
- 2
Diesel mechanic schools by city
- West Allis (3 within 30 mi)
- Caledonia (3 within 30 mi)
What diesel mechanics earn in Wisconsin
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Diesel mechanic salary in WisconsinHow to become a diesel mechanic
- Median pay
- $62,450
- $30.02 an hour
- Typical range
- $45,250–$82,210
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WI
- 6,750
- 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 Wisconsin?
We list 12 schools in Wisconsin with diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs: 12 public colleges. Campuses are in Janesville, Eau Claire, Shell Lake, Pewaukee, and La Crosse.
Are there community college diesel & heavy equipment mechanic programs in Wisconsin?
Yes. 12 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,989 to $14,238. 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 Wisconsin?
The median pay for diesel mechanics in Wisconsin is $62,450 a year, and most earn between $45,250 and $82,210, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a diesel & heavy equipment mechanic school in Wisconsin?
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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Diesel mechanic schools in other states
- Texas (29)
- California (21)
- Florida (21)
- Georgia (18)
- North Carolina (17)
- Illinois (16)
- Oklahoma (15)
- Kentucky (13)
- Pennsylvania (12)
- Tennessee (12)
- Minnesota (11)
- Arkansas (10)
- Iowa (10)
- Mississippi (10)
- Utah (10)
- Washington (10)