Auto Mechanic Education & Training
Automotive schools have long been inclusive and supportive of justice-involved individuals. Programs like Vehicles for Change offer technical training and job readiness curricula to help prepare individuals, including those who have been incarcerated, for a career in auto mechanics.
Repair Vehicles, Maintain Machines
With training in auto mechanics, you can learn practical skills for working in garages, dealerships, or specialty shops. This includes diagnosing engine problems, performing tune-ups, using automotive technology, and managing the business side of vehicle repair.
Auto Mechanic Jobs
Studying auto mechanics opens a variety of career opportunities. Some jobs you can explore with an auto mechanic degree or certification include:
- Automotive service technician
- Automotive engineer
- Automotive instructor
- Diagnostic technician
- Fleet maintenance manager
- Parts specialist
- Performance tuner
- Other Jobs in Auto Mechanics
- Automotive electrician
- Aviation mechanic
- Collision repair technician
- Diesel mechanic
- Heavy equipment technician
- Motorboat repair mechanic
- Motorcycle repair mechanic
Auto Mechanics Job Outlook
Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow two percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 67,700 openings for automotive service technicians and mechanics are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
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