Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
SOC Code: 49-3023 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $54,642 | $68,058 | $81,494 | $94,910 |
| Hinesville, GA | $28,122 | $49,920 | $71,698 | $93,496 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $42,203 | $58,198 | $74,194 | $90,189 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $47,403 | $60,258 | $73,091 | $85,946 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $43,264 | $55,619 | $67,974 | $80,330 |
| Boulder, CO | $46,509 | $57,762 | $69,035 | $80,288 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $46,238 | $57,533 | $68,827 | $80,122 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $41,600 | $53,955 | $66,310 | $78,666 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $45,635 | $56,014 | $66,394 | $76,773 |
| Napa, CA | $48,838 | $58,115 | $67,413 | $76,690 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing | 3.8 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.5 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.4 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.3 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.0 |
| English Language | 2.9 |
| Transportation | 2.8 |
| Education and Training | 2.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 50.2% |
| High school diploma | 42.6% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 5.8% |
| Associate's degree | 1.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Estimate costs of vehicle repair.
- Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors.
- Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment.
- Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements.
Technology Skills
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