Auto Mechanic Schools

Job spectations and salaries in automechanics

The demand for professional auto mechanics continues to rise. Auto mechanics' pay is determined in different ways. Some businesses pay their mechanics a flat rate per job, and the flat rate will vary from job to job. Some auto mechanics are paid an hourly rate, others may earn a set salary per week, and still others may work on commission. This means they receive a percentage of the labor rate that is charged to each customer. In addition, some auto mechanics own their own shops and determine their own pay. read more [+]

Auto mechanics can have many job expectations or just a few if they specialize in a particular type of repair such as transmissions, brakes, or electrical systems. Primarily, an auto mechanic's job is to inspect vehicles, execute procedures that will maintain the life of the vehicle, and repair vehicles when they break down or have running issues. They are also hired to install vehicle accessories such as air conditioners, stereos and speakers, GPS systems, and more. However, job expectations will vary depending on the auto mechanic's position, specialty, and place of employment.

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Get a hands-on, job-specific education at Lincoln College of Technology.

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  • Coursework - Automotive Technician

Locations: Grand Prairie
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Gear up for a better future at WyoTech.

Programs:

  • Advanced Automotive Diagnostics
  • Automotive Technology

Locations: Fremont , Long Beach
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Take your career to the next step with IntelliTec College.

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  • Automotive Technician (Grand Junction)
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New England Institute of Technology is a private, non-profit, co-educational technical college offering over 30 Associate in Science, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree programs.

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  • Associate in Science in Automotive High Performance
  • Associate in Science in Automotive Technology

Locations: East Greenwich
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Get the real-world skills you need from UEI College.

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  • Automotive Technician

Locations: Gardena
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