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The U.S. Bureau of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010-2011 indicates
job opportunities should be excellent for those with formal postsecondary
training in heavy equipment repair; people without formal training will face
competition. Wages for mobile heavy equipment mechanics are higher than the
average for all installation, maintenance, and repair workers. Average
hourly wages of mobile heavy equipment mechanics were $20.59 in May 2008.
Average annual wages of diesel engine specialists were $18.94 as of May
2008. Wages vary by experience, location and employer.
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| Diesel Equipment Technology students use many types of equipment and software to gain the competitive edge. These include: |
- Personal computers, including laptops;
- Precision equipment;
- Special equipment tools;
- Computerized engine testing equipment; and
- Measuring tools.
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| Diesel Mechanics—Construction Equipment graduates may expect employment opportunities with construction equipment dealerships, contractors, mines, forestry operations, oil industries, private shops and other construction-related industries throughout Texas, the United States and abroad. |
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| TSTC students can gain exposure to industry and established professionals through involvement in organizations such as SkillsUSA VICA and professional contacts in the Texas Farm Bureau, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS), Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). |
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