Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Los Angeles, 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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Ground Service Equipment Technician (Diesel Mechanic)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 60+ days ago

and brake systems Troubleshooting and repair of diesel engines, heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air start and ground electrical power units Ground Service Equipment...

Mechanic Level C

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 days ago

Who You Are: As a Mechanic, you willperform preventative maintenance, diagnosis, service and repair of steering, suspension, brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, electrical, wheelchair lifts...

Maintenance Mechanic / Maintenance Electrician

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Pay: 28-35/hr is the starting rate, depending on experience Shift 2nd shift, 12pm - 8pm Must be ok working weekends and overtime Job Description: Preventive maintenance corrective maintenance...

Automotive Technician

  • Lakewood, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lakewood, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

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

Looking for Automotive Mechanic to Replace the timing belt on 2012 Honda pilot

  • Rowland Heights, CA (19 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rowland Heights, CA (19 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

un Looking for Automotive Mechanic to Replace the timing belt on 2012 Honda pilot (Rowland Heights) image 1 of 1 compensation: To be determined. $$$$ Im looking for an Automotive Mechanic to Replace...

Auto Technician, ACS Certified

  • Covina, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Covina, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Experienced in diagnosing and repairing cars, trucks, SUVs, motor homes from brakes, electrical, transmissions, cooling systems, suspension and more....

Body Man Auto Repair Tech

  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

AUTO BODY REPAIR TECH WANTED BODY MAN JOB AVAILABLE WEEKLY SALARY, EXPERIENCE NEEDED 8 1 8 5 1 5 1 5 3 2 DAVE WELDING, FRAME, SUSPENSION, BODYWORK, ELECTRICAL, DISMANTLING...

Auto General Service Technician

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Position Summary The General Service Technician must have a mechanical aptitude and is able to perform basic automotive services including mounting and balancing tires, tire repairs, oil changes, vehicle...

Auto Mechanic / Mecanico Automotriz

  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

(brakes, cooling system, Hydraulic system, suspension, PM, etc, etc) 2 years experience needed. A/C (A+), ASE Certificate (A+)....

Grounds Equipment Mechanic / Welder

  • Walnut, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Perform engine tune-ups and ignition system adjustments?...

Transit Mechanic I/II

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Replaces hoses and performs tune-ups and oil, filter and fluid changes....

Auto Mechanic

  • Sun Valley, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Mechanic Needed $25 - $30/hr Pacific Outdoor Living in Sun Valley, CA is looking for an experienced Auto Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of trucks, trailers, and heavy construction...

Automotive Technician/Mechanic

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Work as a team to perform front-end mechanical repairs, but not limited to alignments, brakes, steering/suspension, fluid exchanges, repair and replacing components such as water pumps, alternators,...

Mechanic Full Or Part Time

  • Hermosa Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

MECHANIC FULL OR PART TIME (Hermosa beach) Casey's Auto Repair compensation: Negotiable employment type: job title: Mechanic Full or part time mechanic. In business at same location since 1965....

Maintenance Shop Technician B

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Refuse bodies, including control, hydraulic and electrical systems; and air and hydraulic braking systems. Engine repair and maintenance. Suspension, drivetrain and steering systems....

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.3%
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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