Automotive Service Technicians

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIANS

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

Automotive service technician jobs are important to the transportation infrastructure in southeast Michigan. Job duties range from diagnosing problems, estimating and completing repairs, vehicle maintenance, engine repair, electrical systems and manual transmission repair. Occupations encompassed in automotive repair include Maintenance and Repair Workers, General, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics and Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists.

HOW MUCH COULD I EARN?

RELATED CAREER PROFILES

12,777 WORKERS EMPLOYED

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OCCUPATION OUTLOOK IN SOUTHEST MICHIGAN, CY 2022

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIANS

WHAT EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE WILL I NEED?

Automotive service technicians typically require a high school diploma or equivalent for entry. Specialized roles such as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists require a high school diploma or equivalent or postsecondary non-degree award coupled with short to long-term on-the-job training. Comparatively, 33% of postings require zero to three years of experience.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE IN JOB POSTINGS

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WHAT TECHNICAL SKILLS SHOULD I DEVELOP?

WHAT COMMON SKILLS DO EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR?

Good Driving Record Detail Oriented

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS SHOULD I PURSUE?

(ASE)

ASE

• • • • • HVAC Vehicle Maintenance Vehicle Inspection Transmission Tires
• • • • • • • • Automotive Service Excellence
Certification Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Air Brake Certification CDL Class B License • • • • • Automotive Services Changing Oil Suspension (Vehicle) Brakes Mechanics • • • • • • • • • • Valid Driver's License Customer Service Communications
Management
Lifting Ability
Leadership Problem Solving Operations
CDL Class A License
Advanced Engine Performance Certification
American Welding Society Certification
OSHA Certification
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