Automotive Technicians for hire in Detroit, MI
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 Detroit, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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1,680
candidates
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Most popular skills
- Mechanic Experience
- 11%
- Service Technician Experience
- 8%
- Communication Skills
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 60%
- Associate's degree
- 24%
- Vocational or technical training
- 11%
Years of experience
- 3-5 years
- 30%
- 6-10 years
- 30%
- More than 10 years
- 30%
Current company
BMW of Rochester Hills
chrysler
Valvoline
Time at current job
- Less than a year
- 50%
- 2-5 years
- 33%
- More than 5 years
- 17%
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Last updated: Nov 8, 2026
Automotive Technician: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $71,599 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,799 – $114,432 yearly
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Automotive Technician
Lincoln Park, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitCDL aSkills
LeadershipMechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAutomotive Technician/Mechanic
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsPower ToolsAutomotive RepairAutomotive Technician
Ferndale, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Motor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CLow-Voltage Electrical SystemsLow Voltage LicenseLow Voltage+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsFire AlarmAutomotive Technician
Eastpointe, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Brake RepairAutomotive Electrical SystemsDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSuspensionVehicle Suspension System RepairSkills
Service Technician ExperienceMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsSuspensionAlignmentAutomotive Technician
Warren, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsMechanic ExperienceAutomotive RepairMechanical KnowledgeHand ToolsServicing VehiclesPrototype Mechanic (CONTRACT - On&Off)
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseHVAC CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceField ServiceAutomotive RepairTroubleshooting Electrical SystemsElectrical TroubleshootingDiesel Engine System Repair
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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 130 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 automotive technicians?
Common licenses or certifications for automotive technicians include: Driver's License, EPA 609 Certification and Air Conditioning Certification.
What are some job titles related to automotive technicians?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to automotive technicians include: automotive technician/mechanic, prototype mechanic (contract - on&off) and senior 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 Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an automotive technician?
Most automotive technicians have 9 years of professional experience.
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