A FEMALE mechanic says she still loves her job despite trolls who send her vile messages.
Known as ‘The Diesel Queen’ online, Melissa has amassed a number of followers with her videos that detail everyday life in her career.
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The mechanic often takes to social media to reveal her day job and how she styles herself when she’s on the clock.
And the heavy equipment worker often shows herself working on larger-than-life machinery.
The blonde beauty clearly has no qualms getting her hands dirty in shop.
But the influencer and motors specialist claimed in a YouTube video that some viewers are not so supportive and send her hateful messages.
According to Melissa, she claims trolls have told her she doesn’t exactly look the part of a mechanic.
One hater left a comment under a video: “I bet you let the men do all the work.”
But Melissa cleverly quipped back: “Some days I wish I did.”
Other trolls said that the mechanic was “doing nothing”.
“Cosplay and real work honey. Big difference,” wrote another hater.
And Melissa hit back, saying: “Is it because I’m a girl I’m not allowed to be a real mechanic.
“Am I supposed to look like a dude? What’s the point of these comments, I don’t get it.”
Despite some viewers claiming she’s “had it easy” as a woman, Melissa takes no notice knowing she works hard every day.
The full-time mechanic of seven years blasted the vile trolls and said that she still loves her job no matter what.
Melissa is a popular presence on social media and also boasts a TikTok account with nearly a million followers as well as YouTube account with over 100,000 subscribers.
Her videos came as part of a social media trend where beauties who work in traditionally blue collar career paths prove that a woman can excel in a male-dominated industry.
And many comments were very supportive of her.
One said: “I’ve been a heavy equipment mechanic for over 25 years. I can say without a doubt your are the real deal.”
While another wrote: “You must be doing something right if someone doesn’t like you. Keep it up.”
“Your work stands for yourself. Proud of ya, and respect your work and career path. Well done,” praised a third.
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