What do Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics do?

Automotive service technicians and mechanics, often called service technicians or service techs, inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.

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Work Environment

Most automotive service technicians and mechanics work in well-ventilated and well-lit repair shops. Although technicians often identify and fix automotive problems with computers, they commonly work with greasy parts and tools, sometimes in uncomfortable positions.

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How to Become an Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic

Employers prefer that automotive service technicians and mechanics complete a program at a post-secondary institution. Industry certification is usually required once the person is employed.

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Pay

The median annual wage for automotive service technicians and mechanics was $40,710 in May 2018. Oregon Median is  $43,600 

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Job Outlook

Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Job opportunities for qualified job seekers should be very good.

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Further Information 

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