Automotive Technicians for hire in Chicago, IL
Find automotive technicians who perform diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on vehicles, employing skills in problem-solving, mechanical systems and customer service to ensure optimal vehicle performance and safety. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Mechanic Experience12%Service Technician Experience9%Communication Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED64%Associate's degree16%Bachelor's degree11%Years of experience
Less than a year6%1-2 years4%3-5 years29%Current company
Carmax
Aamco Chicago HeightsAction auto rebuildersTime at current job
Less than a year19%1-2 years19%2-5 years33%
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Last updated: Aug 12, 2026
Automotive Technician: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $66,723 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $40,381 – $110,248 yearly
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Mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationCertified Pool OperatorPERC CardEPA Refrigeration CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipService Technician ExperienceAutomotive Fleet Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CDLEPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationASE CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipService Technician ExperienceSupervising ExperienceMechanic ExperienceAutomotive Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationASE CertificationASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationBrake RepairDriver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsServicing VehiclesMaintenanceVehicle MaintenanceBrake RepairTransmission Technician
Oak Park, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DForkliftHi-LoHVAC/RResidential Property AppraisalEPA Refrigeration CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceLeadershipMechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Firearms LicenseDriver's LicenseCPRConfidential ClearanceForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsAutomotive Technician ( Senior Lead Tech)
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipSuspensionAlignment
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What's the average time to fill an Automotive Technician role?
The average time to fill an Automotive Technician role is 133 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do automotive technicians tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an Automotive Technician include: mechanic experience, service technician experience and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for an Automotive Technician?
Common licenses or certifications for automotive technicians include: Driver's License, ASE Certification and EPA 609 Certification.
What are some job titles related to automotive technicians?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to automotive technicians include: mechanic, automotive technician ( senior lead tech) and transmission technician.
What level of education is common for an Automotive Technician?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an Automotive Technician in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an Automotive Technician?
Most automotive technicians have 8 years of professional experience.
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