About

Automotive service technicians and repairers work at gasoline stations or at automotive parts, accessories and tire stores. But an overwhelming majority of them work for automobile dealers or in the automotive repair and maintenance industry. From fairly routine tasks such as changing a car's oil or swapping out its air filter to more complex tasks such as testing parts and systems to ensure they operate properly, automotive service technicians play a crucial role in ensuring drivers remain on the road and on the go.

Education

High School

in Science Stream

Training

Vocational Training in Automotive Repair

Bachelor's

in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related field

Skills Required

Detail orient
Efficiency
Coordination
A Mechanical Mindset

Job Prospects

  • Lubrication worker
  • Service technician
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • Repair Mechanic
  • Repair Supervisor

Salary / Annum

200,000

Fresher

300,000

Average

900,000

Experienced

Cities Data


Jobs Outlook

  • Various estimates project a negative 3.7 percent employment growth for auto mechanics between 2019 and 2029. In that period, an estimated 27,800 jobs will be lost.
  • Mechanics work in a variety of automotive service settings, including car dealers, tire stores, oil change operations, gas stations, and full-service repair shops.
  • Auto mechanics must be willing to get their hands dirty and stand on their feet for long periods of time, so stamina is imperative along with diagnostic skills and scrutiny for detail.

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