Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Stockton, CA

An Automotive Mechanic is a vital part of the automotive industry, responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diverse types of vehicles. They inspect vehicle engines and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately. Their duties also include conducting routine maintenance work such as replacing fluids, oil changes, checking tire pressure, and more. Additionally, they may repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix vehicle issues like leaks, worn out parts, and potentially failed inspections. They need to be familiar with vehicle diagnostic equipment and ready to keep up-to-date with current technologies and techniques.

Key skills for an Automotive Mechanic include excellent problem-solving abilities, physical strength and dexterity, strong customer service skills, and thorough knowledge of mechanical and electronic components of vehicles. They should ideally possess certification in Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). This certification verifies the mechanic's technical knowledge and practical experience. Before becoming a full-fledged Automotive Mechanic, a person may work as a Junior Mechanic, an Automotive Technician, or an Apprentice Mechanic, gaining the necessary skills and experience under the guidance of seasoned professionals.

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Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic

  • Stockton, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 8 days ago

Mechanic Job Overview: Unlock the path to becoming an exceptional mechanic. System maintainers excel in every facet of their vehicles, providing diagnostic services on the roadside and adeptly...

Trailer Technician 2

  • Lathrop, CA (10 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lathrop, CA (10 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

About Us Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TEC has 30+ locations from Seattle to San Diego to the Midwest, serving thousands of customers across Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona,...

Mechanic West Coast Arborists, Inc.

  • Stockton, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Tags: fleet mechanic, automotive mechanic, diagnosing, customer service, own tools, troubleshoot, equipment mechanic, welding, body shop...

Stockton - Diesel Technician -II

  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago

and career opportunities.Duties & Responsibilities:Diagnoses malfunctions and performs vehicle repairs (e.g. adjust/test steering, electrical, cooling, lubricating, braking systems, drive trains, suspensions...

Experienced Automotive Technician / Mechanic

  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago

to: New Associate Orientation Training Operations Kronos Training for Hourly Associates Refrigerant Recycling License Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications in Steering and Suspension...

Auto Care Center Technician

  • Lodi, CA (13 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lodi, CA (13 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $20 - $33 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Industrial Mechanic & Automation Technician - Lodi (5854)

  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 6 days ago

Branch Address: 1307 E Pine St Lodi, CA 95240 American Construction Metals (ACM), a strategic business unit of ABC Supply, produces a wide array of metal building materials including trim coil,...

Forklift Mechanic-Technician

  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 7 days ago

Conduct preventive maintenance (PM's) within manufacturer's guidelines/specifications and established timelines to include oil changes, filter changes, calibration of equipment, belts changes, inspections...

Utilities Mechanic

  • Manteca, CA (10 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Manteca, CA (10 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Under the direction of the Wastewater Maintenance Supervisor, perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of wastewater, water, storm water and compressed natural gas (CNG) facilities....

Automotive Mechanic

  • Tracy, CA (20 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (20 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 9 days ago

AFO is looking for an Automotive Mechanic to work in Tracy, CA....

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Tracy, CA (23 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (23 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Job ID: 509413 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside....

MECHANIC II (Light)

  • Stockton, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 12 days ago

The majority of the work (approximately 80%) relates to preventative maintenance inspection in the following areas: Engine repair Automatic transmission/transaxle Manual drive train and axles Suspension...

Diesel Technician Apprentice

  • Lodi, CA (13 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lodi, CA (13 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Speedco and Loves Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network. Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader....

Vehicle Service Technician (Not Mechanical) - Located in Concord, CA

  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Located in Concord, CA More Information about this Job: Concord/Contra Costa County POSITION: Part Time - Vehicle Service Technician (VST) IMMEDIATELY HIRING! VEHICLE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Were...

Service Shop Repair Technician (Diesel Mechanic)

  • Walnut Grove, CA (23 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Walnut Grove, CA (23 miles from Stockton, CA)
  • 19 days ago

... Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities,...

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Stockton, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Stockton, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.1%
Associate's Degree
16.3%
Bachelor's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
5.7%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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