Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Katy, TX

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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ASE Mechanic

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 9 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...

Automotive Technician / Mechanic Weekends Off Missouri City. Job in Missouri City Gr8Jobs

  • Missouri City, TX (24 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Missouri City, TX (24 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Technicians use their knowledge & skills to diagnose and fix vehicles for our guest Continuously build experience as an automotive mechanic across a...

Automotive Technician Up To $50/hr & Weekends Off Richmond TX. Job in Richmond Gr8Jobs

  • Richmond, TX (11 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Richmond, TX (11 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Technicians use their knowledge & skills to diagnose and fix vehicles for our guests Continuously build experience as an automotive mechanic across...

Master Automotive Technician / Mechanic Location: 3838 N Fry Rd, Katy TX 77449 and 9132 Fry Rd, Cypress TX 77433 Job Overview: We are one of the fastest growing locations in the Christian Brothers...

Diesel Mechanic

  • Katy, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 20 hours ago

, radio systems, various brake systems and air conditioning systems....

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Technicians use their knowledge & skills to diagnose and fix vehicles for our guest Continuously build experience as an automotive mechanic across a...

Automotive Technician / Mechanic Up to $50/Hr & Weekends Off Kingwood. Job in Houston Gr8Jobs

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 20 hours ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Technicians use their knowledge & skills to diagnose and fix vehicles for our guest Continuously build experience as an automotive mechanic across a...

Fleet Equipment Mechanic Intern - Fleet Operations Division

  • Sugar Land, TX (15 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (15 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

systems Diagnostic skills with automotive and diesel computer applications Competencies: Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems Communicate effectively Follow...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for general maintenance in maintaining the heavy-duty trucks and trailers Routine maintenance jobs including adjusting the brakes, change oil seal and brakes, oil change, electrical job,...

HIRING master MECHANIC

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago

NEED AN EXPERIENCED MECHANIC must be able to diagnose, repair and replace engines and transmissions, A/C and suspension work necesito un mecanico para taller de autos lo mas pronto posible que tenga...

Automotive Technician

  • Richmond, TX (11 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, TX (11 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Our ASE certified technicians will be happy to help you on a wide range of services including alignments, brake repair, oil changes, batteries, shocks and struts, belts and hoses, and air conditioning...

Hiring Mechanic for cars

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring!!!! Mechanic for cars (Houston) Medical Center muffler image 1 of 1 houston compensation: Will be discuss in the Interview as experience employment type: experience level: senior level job...

Maintenance Mechanic II (Texas)- 2nd SHIFT

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Summary This position is primarily responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical circuits, power distribution, furnace instrumentation and controls mechanical and hydraulic equipment,...

NOW HIRING Automotive Technicians Mechanics Lube Techs

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago

High-volume automotive repair shop is actively hiring for the following positions: Qualified Automotive Technician Auto Mechanic Lube Technician Immediate openings Top Pay & Benefits offered for...

Automotive Mechanic Weekends Off

  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (22 miles from Katy, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Professional shop, 40plus years in business, looking for trustworthy Mechanic, someone who has experience doing alignments, maintenance work, engine repair, brakes, scanner knowledge and...

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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Katy, TX

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Highest Education Level

Automotive Mechanics in Katy, TX 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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