Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Idaho

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

  • ID
  • 5 days ago
  • ID
  • 5 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...

Auto Tech

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 10 hours ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 10 hours ago

ALL ROADS LEAD TO THIS OPPORTUNITY The journey to Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC) is different for everyone....

Diesel Mechanic/Technician I - Experienced

  • Boise, ID
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 13 hours ago

652 E Gowen Rd, Boise, ID Whats the Job? Ready to move your career forward? As an experienced Technician at Penske, youll do exactly that. Here, youll perform preventative maintenance and repairs...

Experienced Automotive Technician / Mechanic

  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 1 day ago

mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles Follow and promote our high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars...

Lead Automotive Technician

  • Eagle, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Eagle, ID
  • 1 day ago

mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles Follow and promote our high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars...

ASE Automotive Technician - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 1 day ago

mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles Follow and promote our high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars...

Auto Care Center Technician

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

at Walmart in Post Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description Hourly Wage: $19 $25 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location....

Agriculture Manufacturing Mechanic - Buhl, ID

  • Buhl, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Buhl, ID
  • 1 day ago

at Wilbur-Ellis Company in Buhl, Idaho, United States Job Description Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag - and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our...

Diesel Mechanic - Paying $25-$30/hr

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago

Diagnose and repair diesel engines, brakes, transmissions, and other mechanical components Work with hydraulic and electrical systems, and perform pneumatic and suspension repairs Qualifications: Knowledge...

Diesel Technician

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 3 days ago

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

at Energy Management Corporation in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Training Available for less experienced Motor Mechanics Having you own tool set is a plus. Energy Management...

Master Mechanic

  • Bonners Ferry, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Bonners Ferry, ID
  • 5 days ago

at Boundary County in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, United States Job Description Position # RB06 Master Mechanic Department Road and Bridges Starting wage $23.27 Typical work hours 40 hours per week;...

Field Diesel Mechanic

  • Jerome, ID
  • 5 days ago
  • Jerome, ID
  • 5 days ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

Agricultural Mechanic

  • Gooding, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Gooding, ID
  • 6 days ago

Join the Glanbia Team as an Agricultural Irrigation Technician! Are you skilled in maintaining and repairing irrigation systems and agricultural machinery? Do you have hands-on experience with...

Mechanic II or III

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 6 days ago

Graduation from high school; plus, completion of one (1) year of specialized course work providing technical training in diesel and automotive maintenance and repair and computerized diagnostics or...

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Idaho

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAutomotiveProfessionals research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Automotive Mechanic positions.



Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Idaho offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.2%
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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