Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Texas

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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Houston Zoo

Mechanic

The Mechanic is responsible for performing varied semi-skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of buildings and physical plants and perform light construction and routine general...

ASE SENIOR MECHANIC NEEDED NOW

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

46 year old PORSCHE store in Houston needs a quality Senior ASE MECHANIC START DATE SOON AS POSSIBLE

VSSI, llc

Server Repair Technician

1st Shift: Monday to Thursday 6am-4:30pm 2nd Shift: Monday to Thursday 4:30pm-3am Weekend Shift: Friday to Sunday 6am-6pm Experience in programming languages like Linux and some server or repair...

Experienced Diesel Technician - Shamaley Ford

  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 28 days ago

SHAMALEY FORD IS LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED DIESEL TECHNICIANS! STARTING PAY IS $45 FLAT RATE FOR EXPERIENCED AND FORD DIESEL CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS! Shamaley Ford is looking to add a qualified DIESEL...

Diesel Technician

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

changes, brake and tire work, required Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS...

Diesel Mechanic Entry Level Trainee

  • El Paso, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 11 days ago

Position Description Immediately Hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee. This role is Entry Level and DOES NOT REQUIRE Experience to be hired. We will pay you while training to...

Diesel Technician Mechanic

  • Houston, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 18 days ago

changes, brake and tire work, required Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS...

2nd Shift Diesel Mechanic

  • Mound, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Mound, TX
  • 19 days ago

Responsibilities: Repairs include but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repairing engines chassis and body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems...

Diesel Mechanic

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Repairs include but are not limited to, routine maintenance and repairing engines chassis and body components, hydraulic cylinders, brake systems, suspension systems, cooling systems...

Auto Technician / Mechanic

  • Alvarado, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Alvarado, TX
  • 6 days 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 Technician

  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 days 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

  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Duncanville, TX
  • 6 days 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

  • Burleson, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Burleson, TX
  • 9 days 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...

Automotive Technician

  • Clarendon, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Clarendon, TX
  • 10 days 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...

Dealership Auto Technician

  • Alvarado, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Alvarado, TX
  • 10 days 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...

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Automotive Mechanic Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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In this training you will know the operation and the parts that make up a vehicle to be able to make a diagnosis, give maintenance and repair the most common faults in a mechanical, electrical and...
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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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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