Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Texas

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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1st Shift: Monday to Thursday 6am-4:30pm 2nd Shift: Monday to Thursday 4:30pm-3am Weekend Shift: Friday to Sunday 6am-6pm Experience in programming languages like Linux and some server or repair...

Diesel Mechanic

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 8 days ago

changes, brake and tire work Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License...

Diesel Technician

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 days ago

changes, brake and tire work Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License...

Technician Diesel Mechanic

  • Saginaw, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saginaw, TX
  • 45+ days ago

changes, brake and tire work Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License...

Diesel Technician Mechanic

  • Austin, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 28 days 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...

Position Description This position is for the 12 week Pathway Home Diesel Technician Training Career Skills Program for MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS. To be eligible the individual must be: On active...

Diesel Mechanic Technician B

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 23 days ago

Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition which may require replacement of parts....

Diesel Mechanic Technician A

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 23 days ago

Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating conditions....

Certified Automotive Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

If you're looking for the benefits of joining an industry leader, with a high-charged, energy-filled environment, then you can stop looking, because you have found what you're looking for in the...

ASE Mechanic

  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 8 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...

Mechanic Level B/C

  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 2 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...

Day Shift Fleet Maintenance Mechanic II

  • Cleveland, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: RMC About Us: Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

Heavy Equipment Mechanics

  • Fort Cavazos, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fort Cavazos, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Heavy Equipment Mechanics Position Description: Experienced maintenance mechanic, familiar with operation, maintenance and modification work orders (MWO) on the variations of the Abrams Tank (M1A1...

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...

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...

Demographic Data for Texas

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Automotive Mechanic Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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In this training you will know the operation and the parts that make up a vehicle to be able to make a diagnosis, give maintenance and repair the most common faults in a mechanical, electrical and...
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Salary for Automotive Mechanic Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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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