How much does a Diesel Mechanic III make in Cedar Rapids, IA? The average Diesel Mechanic III salary in Cedar Rapids, IA is $64,328 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $57,289 and $70,737. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Diesel Mechanic III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Diesel Mechanic III Salary $50,879 Cedar Rapids,IA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Diesel Mechanic III Salary $57,289 Cedar Rapids,IA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Diesel Mechanic III Salary $64,328 Cedar Rapids,IA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Diesel Mechanic III Salary $70,737 Cedar Rapids,IA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Diesel Mechanic III Salary $76,571 Cedar Rapids,IA February 26, 2024
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Dedication: Dedication is the quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose. It produce high-quality results for your company and it helps nurture your work ethic and can lead to success.

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Repairing: To put something that is damaged, broken, or not working correctly, back into good condition or make it work again.

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Installation: The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.

Dedication 7.39%
Repairing 3.61%
Installation 1.42%
Others 87.58%

Job Description for Diesel Mechanic III

Diesel Mechanic III performs inspection, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of diesel engines. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems. Being a Diesel Mechanic III utilizes computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes. Replaces and/or refurbishes parts. Additionally, Diesel Mechanic III maintains maintenance logs according to requirements. Ensures services provided follow all quality standards and safety procedures. May perform DOT annual inspections on vehicles. Typically requires a high school diploma. Typically requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class A. Typically requires a Certificate in Automotive & Diesel Technology. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Diesel Mechanic III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Diesel Mechanic III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Diesel Mechanic III

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For Diesel Mechanic III, the first career path typically progresses to Diesel Mechanic Supervisor.

Additionally, the second career path typically progresses to Automotive Mechanic IV.

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Diesel Mechanic III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Diesel Mechanic III, the highest Diesel Mechanic III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Diesel Mechanic III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Diesel Mechanic III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Diesel Mechanic III salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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