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?
12,777
RELATED CAREER PROFILES
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?
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Changing Oil
Suspension (Vehicle) Brakes
• Automotive Services
Mechanics
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• HVAC
Vehicle Maintenance
Vehicle Inspection
Transmission Tires
WHAT COMMON SKILLS DO EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR?
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Customer Service
• Valid Driver's License
Communications
Lifting Ability
Management
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS SHOULD I PURSUE?
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• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Air Brake Certification
CDL Class B License
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Good Driving Record
Detail Oriented
Leadership
Problem Solving
Operations
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CDL Class A License
ASE Advanced Engine Performance Certification
American Welding Society Certification
OSHA Certification
