Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Maryland

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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Mechanic III: Automotive

  • Pasadena, MD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pasadena, MD
  • 1 hour ago

Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME) Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Trades, Crafts and Labor Sub-Function: Automotive Mechanic VR# 24169...

Auto Mechanic

  • Capitol Heights, MD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD
  • 1 hour ago

Service Center Capitol Heights JOB SUMMARY Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Auto Mechanic to test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance...

Senior Auto Technician $1500 New Hire Tool Bonus (Manheim)

  • Elkridge, MD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elkridge, MD
  • 1 hour ago

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Sr Auto Maintenance Technician Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work...

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician - Now Hiring

  • Severn, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Severn, MD
  • 2 hours ago

Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-line, differential, steering and suspension...

Diesel Mechanic - Now Hiring

  • Columbia, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 2 hours ago

Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-line, differential, steering and suspension...

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III - Master

  • Jessup, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jessup, MD
  • 2 hours ago

Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-line, differential, steering and suspension...

Auto Care Center Technician

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $18 - $31 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

General Automotive Technician

  • Glen Burnie, MD
  • 4 hours ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD
  • 4 hours ago

As a General Automotive/R&R Technician you will be called upon to service a broad range of vehicle repair issues and to quickly identify the cause of performance problems. Position...

Automotive Senior Technician

  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 9 hours ago

Demonstrated skill in brakes and hydraulics systems and/or steering & suspension and alignments Skilled in general automotive maintenance & tire repair Current federal, state and local certification...

Automotive Technician - Rockville Audi

  • Rockville, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 10 hours ago

Rockville, MD Automotive Technician - Rockville Audi in Rockville, MD at Sonic Automotive Date Posted: 4/28/2025 JOB SNAPSHOT Employee Type: Full-time Location: 1125 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD...

Lawn And Garden Equipment Mechanic

  • Chestertown, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chestertown, MD
  • 11 hours ago

Join our team at Atlantic Tractor, where we're offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for the role of John Deere Turf Technician in our Chestertown, Maryland store. Whether you're a seasoned pro with...

Automotive Technician - Rockville Audi

  • Rockville, MD
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Job Description The Service Technician is responsible for performing vehicle repair and maintenance work as assigned in accordance with dealer and factory standards. S/he also will...

Automotive Technician - Technician

  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 12 hours ago

Our vision is to be America's leading auto and tire centers, trusted by consumers as the best place in our neighborhoods for quality automotive maintenance and repairs....

Diesel Mechanic/Technician. Job in Baltimore Gr8Jobs

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 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/Technician. Job in Aberdeen Gr8Jobs

  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Aberdeen, MD
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Maryland

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 Maryland offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.2%
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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