Auto Mechanics in Demand
Mechanics are expected to examine, troubleshoot, restore, and maintain various types of automobiles, including personal vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment machinery. Mechanics must be knowledgeable about the various tools, equipment, and procedures used in auto shops for troubleshooting and repairing vehicles.
As a result of the advances in automotive technology, mechanics must now be familiar with the computers and software programs that are used in auto shops and vehicles. The advancements in technology help operate the electrical and mechanical parts in the latest vehicles.
You’ll first need to obtain a high school diploma or GED. These credentials are required to enroll in a certificate or degree program. The Automotive Youth Education Services (AYES) program is available to high school students in some areas around the country. In addition to a basic high school education, the program offers academic and hands on training in automotive technology.
Automobile manufacturers, vocational schools, and community colleges have training programs that award associate’s degrees or certificates of completion in automotive service technology. Those studying to be mechanics should take courses in electronics, hands-on automotive repair, computers, math, and English.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) is an organization that offers certification in eight specialty areas for auto mechanics, including engine restoration, heating and air-conditioning, electrical structures, brake systems, and steering.
Employer training for mechanics typically lasts for a couple of months. You’ll work with experts like lubricant workers, trainee technicians, or automotive helpers during your training. It’s important that you learn to work independently and as part of a team during the training.
You can become a master mechanic by being certified in all eight automotive specialty areas offered by the ASE.
The national average salary for a Auto Mechanic is $37,261 in United States.
Bureau of Labor Statistics figures indicate that automotive technicians earned an average annual salary of $38,560 and an average hourly wage of $18.54 as of May 2011. Half of auto technicians reported annual salaries of between $26,850 and $47,540 and hourly wages of between $12.91 and $22.86.
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eldiablitho12 • Jun 1, 2018 at 9:18 am
All this information is helpful for me because this is what i want to be in my future . Add more is more better when u have more ASE so you get paid more and every 4 or 5 years you need to take all the test again to be able to renovate yours ASE. All the time you renovate your certification you need to paid for each one . Try to get experience in a dealership or at least with your family or friend car so you can get experience and use to how to use the different tools. I hope you success in this career and never do it because money, DO it because you love working in cars and this is your passion.