Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Maine

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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Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

  • Safelite
  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago

A Technician Trainee will be trained and educated to become a proficient auto glass technician. Upon completing our training program, the trainee will receive the Safelite SafeTech certification...

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Master Mechanic - FT

  • Avis Budget Group
  • Portland, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 90+ days ago

), with the ability to acquire 2 additional ASE certifications within the first year Strong knowledge across ASE certification areas including, but not limited to: Engine Repair, Drivetrain/Axles, Suspension...

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Automotive Technician

  • TX06 Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC.
  • Auburn, ME
  • 1 hour ago
  • Auburn, ME
  • 1 hour ago

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

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Automotive Technician

  • Sullivan Tire & Auto Service
  • Windham, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Windham, ME
  • 2 hours ago

Perform unsupervised diagnosis and repairs of vehicles including, but not limited to, maintenance, brake, steering, suspension, heating and cooling systems, alignment, and light tune-ups utilizing automotive...

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Medium Duty Automotive Technician - Bangor

  • Quirk Auto Group Maine
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 2 hours ago

Quirk Auto Group is looking for a Medium Duty Technician/Mechanic to join our team at our Quirk Chevrolet in Bangor. Quirk Auto Group offers unlimited earning potential, with a competitive...

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Master Mechanic

  • Gills Point S Tire & Auto
  • Caribou, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Caribou, ME
  • 4 days ago

A Master Mechanic must be confident and capable in the following services: Brakes, Suspension/Steering, Charging Systems, & Basic Tune-Ups, Cooling Systems, Electrical Circuits, Basic Diagnostics, Basic...

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Auto Care Center Technician

  • Wal-Mart
  • Oxford, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Oxford, ME
  • 4 days ago

These Auto Care Center roles focus on the needs of our customers who entrust us with the care of their vehicles as they shop for merchandise and services offered at Walmart. The Auto Care Center...

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Automotive Mechanic (Lead Tech) Full Time

  • LK Automotive
  • Standish, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Standish, ME
  • 9 days ago

un Automotive Mechanic (Lead Tech) - Full Time (Standish) LK Automotive 400 Ossipee Trail West compensation: 60-110K Yearly....

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Automotive service technician

  • Northeast Autoworks
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 9 days ago

un Automotive service technician (Westbrook) Northeast Autoworks 650 Bridgton rd compensation: Hr employment type: job title: Service technician/Mechanic NOW HIRING: Master / Experienced...

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General Service Technician - Store 699

  • Monro Muffler Brake Inc
  • Yarmouth, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Yarmouth, ME
  • 12 days ago

Vehicle Services - perform lubrications, oil changes, basic maintenance (e.g.: bulb, wiper blade and filter replacements, etc.), battery testing and installations....

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General Service Technician - Store 975

  • Monro Muffler Brake Inc
  • Topsham, ME
  • 12 days ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 12 days ago

Vehicle Services - perform lubrications, oil changes, basic maintenance (e.g.: bulb, wiper blade and filter replacements, etc.), battery testing and installations....

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General Service Technician - Store 1499

  • Monro Muffler Brake Inc
  • Rockland, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Rockland, ME
  • 15 days ago

Vehicle Services - perform lubrications, oil changes, basic maintenance (e.g.: bulb, wiper blade and filter replacements, etc.), battery testing and installations....

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Automotive Technician

  • Kennebec Valley Community Action Program
  • Waterville, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 15 days ago

Apply Automotive Technician Waterville, ME, ME Transportation Apply Job Type Full-time Description Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP), which seeks to strengthen individuals, families...

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Automotive Service Technician! Top Pay. No Weekends. Your Skills Deserve Both

  • Goodwin's Volvo
  • Topsham, ME
  • 18 days ago
  • Topsham, ME
  • 18 days ago

Copy video URL Copy video URL at current time Copy embed code Download video Questions Questions Library Settings Results Add Question User Library There are no questions in your library right...

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General Service Technician - Store 981

  • Tire Warehouse or TiresNow
  • Belfast, ME
  • 19 days ago
  • Belfast, ME
  • 19 days ago

Vehicle Services - perform lubrications, oil changes, basic maintenance (e.g.: bulb, wiper blade and filter replacements, etc.), battery testing and installations....

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Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Maine

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 Maine offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.7%
Associate's Degree
16.9%
Bachelor's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%


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