Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Alaska

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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Job Description: Mechanic/Upfitter We are looking to hire a hard-working and skilled mechanic to fabricate, fit, and assemble the components of various mechanical systems. The fitter's...

Fleet Mechanic Vans/Step Vans (Gas/Diesel) $45-49 DOE

  • Auke Bay, AK
  • 11 hours ago
  • Auke Bay, AK
  • 11 hours ago

Attention need an experienced Gas/Diesel Vehicle Mechanics - Fleet Maintenance with National Carrier. Only about 16-Vehicle Fleet - and it's FULL TIME! And it's Full-Time!!! 3a start or 4p start...

Heavy Duty Mechanic - Kuparuk Field Support Services - Fleet Shop

  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 22 hours ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 22 hours ago

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including lubrication and oil changes in accordance with maintenance schedules....

Automotive Technician IV - Up to $40/hour dependent on experience

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Qualified candidates are eligible for up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Seeking trained automotive and diesel technicians (as well as Leads) for full time work in our airport equipment shop. Well...

Heavy Duty Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead PCN 252275

  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 3 days ago

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), State Equipment Fleet, is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead to...

Rolling Stock Mechanic

  • Sitka, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Sitka, AK
  • 3 days ago

Maintenance Procedures: Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures, such as oil changes, inspections, and adjustments....

Mechanic, Dutch Harbor

  • Unalaska, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Unalaska, AK
  • 4 days ago

Mechanic, Dutch Harbor Dutch Harbor, Alaska, United States Oil & Gas Operations & Maintenance 25000285 48 JOB SUMMARY The Mechanic must provide maintenance of all North Pacific Fuel equipment...

Coil Tubing Mechanic - LRS

  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 4 days ago

Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to: lube, oil, and filter (LOF), tune-ups, and fluid changes....

Must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair and modify the following systems: Transmission and drive trains, suspension, engine and emission, along with fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, and...

Diesel Technician

  • Juneau, AK
  • 6 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 6 days ago

Diesel Technician Juneau, AK, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation. Diesel Technician-Juneau Start writing the next chapter...

Mechanic - Automotive - Sub Journey 25-1884

  • Bethel, AK
  • 9 days ago
  • Bethel, AK
  • 9 days ago

** ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ** The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) State Equipment Fleet is looking for a Mechanic - Automotive - Sub-Journey to help us Keep...

Diesel Equipment Mechanic

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 10 days ago

Diesel Equipment Mechanic* 3411 Lathrop St, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA Req #2941 Monday, March 17, 2025 Join Our Team and Earn a $1,000.00 Sign-On-Bonus! See yourself at Odyssey as our new Diesel...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 11 days ago

UAF Utilities is hiring a team-oriented Powerplant CT2 Maintenance Mechanic with a minimum oftwo years' experience with boilers, preferably coal; high and low pressure steam; pumps; turbines;...

Light Duty Mechanic - Kuparuk Field Support Services - Fleet Shop

  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • 11 days ago

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including lubrication and oil changes in accordance with maintenance schedules....

Heavy Duty Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead 251268M

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 12 days ago

Must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair and modify the following systems: Transmission and drive trains, suspension, engine and emission, along with fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, and...

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Alaska

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Automotive Mechanic positions.



Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Alaska 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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