Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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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Automotive Technician

  • Westbury, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Westbury, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

Basic understanding of general automotive maintenance & tire repair services including: Oil changes Basic inspections Repairing tires Reading, writing, and math skills....

Level B Diesel Mechanic- Up to $5K Sign On Bonus

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Performs preventive maintenance services Inspects, diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment Performs inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake...

Automotive Technician Ford

  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc....

Level B Diesel Mechanic- Up to $5K Sign On Bonus

  • Norwalk, CT (3 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (3 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Performs preventive maintenance services Inspects, diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment Performs inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake...

Auto Repair Mechanic

  • Glen Cove, NY (19 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Glen Cove, NY (19 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 2 days ago

LOOKING FOR SKILLED MECHANIC/MANAGER WILLING TO PAY HIGH SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE OF AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR. CALL ... OR TEXT ...

Fleet Mechanic

  • Plainview, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Welsbach Electric Corp. of L.I. is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities...

Diesel Mechanic wanted at First Student!

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

What Youll Do As an Automotive and Diesel Mechanic, your responsibilities include: Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions....

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Maintenance Mechanic Industrial & Manufacturing $ 25 - $ 40 / Hour location_on Danbury, Connecticut work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link...

Mechanic B Job Details National Grid

  • Northport, NY (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Northport, NY (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Job Purpose THIS POSTING WILL ALSO BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME JOB CLASSIFICATION THAT MAY ARISE DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS. Key Accountabilities DUTIES: May be responsible...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Elmsford, NY (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC is seeking Maintenance Mechanics in Elmsford, NY.The Maintenance Mechanics work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive...

Mechanic 1/C

  • Brewster, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brewster, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Inspecting, removing, adjusting, repairing, and installing suspension and body components, axles and running gear assemblies, including wheels, brakes and steering assemblies, radiators, transmissions...

Automotive Technician

  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

If you're looking for the benefits of joining an industry leader, with a high-charged, energy-filled environment, then you can stop looking, because you have found what you're looking for in the...

Automotive Lead Technician

  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 9 days ago

Skilled in brakes diagnosis/repair Skilled in alignment, steering & suspension diagnosis/repair Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair Current federal, state and local certification...

Flat Rate Automotive Technician

  • Fairfield, CT (11 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (11 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: Summary/Objective The Flat Rate Technician diagnoses and performs repairs on all vehicle components with efficiency, accuracy, and in accordance with dealership and...

Automotive Technician GMC Buick

  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission, electrical steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, etc....

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Norwalk, CT 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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