Auto Mechanic Jobs
Auto Mechanic jobs are open across dealerships, independent repair shops, fleet operations, and specialty service centers, from entry-level lube techs to master technicians and shop foremen, with specializations in diagnostics, transmission repair, and diesel systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Overview
Keep vehicles and equipment ready for safe, reliable operation as an Auto Mechanic. You’ll inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair automotive and heavy-duty systems, using schematics, hand tools, and power tools to identify issues and complete quality repairs. Work may include cars, trucks, farm machinery, and industrial equipment.
Your impact: By finding and resolving mechanical and electrical issues, you help drivers and equipment operators get back to work with dependable vehicles and machinery.
Responsibilities
- Perform automotive diagnostics, vehicle maintenance, brake repair, alignment, tire service, and suspension work, including shocks and struts.
- Repair transmissions, diesel engines, automotive electrical systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), hydraulics, and air brakes.
- Maintain and repair heavy equipment, including excavators, cranes, forklifts, Caterpillar equipment, tractors, and tractor-trailers.
- Use schematics to troubleshoot vehicle systems; complete equipment repair, assembly, fabrication, welding, and soldering as needed.
- Operate heavy equipment when required, follow safe work practices for heavy lifting, and provide clear, helpful customer service.
Requirements
- Mechanical knowledge and mechanic, service technician, or electrical experience; dealership experience is a plus.
- Experience with automotive repair, diesel mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics, heavy truck repair, or vehicle mechanics for truck drivers is valuable.
- Familiarity with mechanical systems repair, equipment maintenance, farm machinery, and industrial equipment is preferred.
- Ability to use hand and power tools and perform maintenance, fabrication, welding, or soldering tasks as applicable.
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Crown Equipment20
- Blue United Sourcing10
- Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships6
- Gillman Home Center4
- Caliber3
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in auto mechanic jobs.
- ASE certification in one or more of the eight automotive service areas
- Proficiency with computerized diagnostic scan tools and OBD-II systems
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- One to three years of hands-on automotive repair experience
- Ability to perform brake, suspension, engine, and electrical repairs independently
- Personal hand tools sufficient to perform general automotive service work
Tips for Your Auto Mechanic Job Search
List every ASE certification you hold
Employers filter candidates by ASE certifications before they read anything else. List each certification by its full designation, the test series, and the year you earned it. Expired certifications still belong on your resume if you plan to renew them soon.
Tailor your resume to the shop type
A dealership wants factory training and OEM diagnostic tool experience. An independent shop wants broad make-and-model range and customer-facing communication. Fleet operations want preventive maintenance volume and downtime records. Match your resume language to what that employer actually repairs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists auto mechanic openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Name the scan tools and software you use
Generic phrases like 'diagnostic experience' get skipped. Write out the specific tools: Snap-on Zeus, Autel MaxiSys, Mitchell 1, AllData, or factory scan tools like Techstream or GDS2. Hiring managers recognize those names instantly and know what you can handle day one.
Prepare for a hands-on working interview
Many shops ask candidates to perform a diagnosis or inspection on the spot before any formal offer. Know how to narrate your process out loud as you work, since they're evaluating both your technical judgment and your ability to explain findings to a service advisor.
Negotiate tool allowances alongside base pay
Technician compensation packages often include tool allowances, uniforms, and flat-rate guarantees that do not show up in the posted pay range. Ask directly what the flat-rate guarantee covers and whether the shop contributes to tool purchases before you accept or decline an offer.
Auto Mechanic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most auto mechanics?
The companies hiring the most auto mechanics right now include Crown Equipment, Blue United Sourcing, and Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, New York, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Franchise dealerships and national fleet service companies consistently post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many auto mechanic jobs are remote?
About 1% of auto mechanic openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how few repair tasks can be performed away from a physical vehicle. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are warranty claims review, parts procurement, and technical training roles that fall within the broader automotive service field.
How do you become an auto mechanic?
Start by completing a certificate or associate degree program in automotive technology at a community college or vocational school, which typically combines classroom instruction with lab time on real vehicles. After completing your program, work as a lube technician or apprentice to build repair hours, then sit for ASE certification exams in the areas that match your specialization. Recertifying every five years keeps your credentials current and competitive with employers who require active ASE status.
Can you get hired as an auto mechanic with little experience?
Yes, many shops hire entry-level technicians for lube, tire, and basic maintenance work and train them on the job. Completing an automotive technology program and earning even a single ASE Student Certification signals genuine commitment and separates you from candidates with no formal background. Smaller independent shops and quick-service chains are more willing to invest in developing a new technician than franchise dealerships, which typically want at least one year of independent repair experience before hiring.
What does the auto mechanic interview process look like?
Most shops start with a phone or in-person conversation about your certifications, the makes and models you have worked on, and your experience with specific repair categories like brakes, electrical, or drivetrain. A working interview or shop tour often follows, where you may be asked to perform a vehicle inspection or walk through a diagnosis while explaining your process. References from previous service managers carry significant weight, so have contact information ready before your first conversation.
Where can I find and apply to auto mechanic jobs?
You can find and apply to auto mechanic jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your certifications and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location.
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