Automotive Technicians for hire in Richmond, VA
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Most popular skills
- Mechanic Experience
- 11%
- Communication Skills
- 9%
- Service Technician Experience
- 8%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 73%
- Vocational or technical training
- 9%
- Associate's degree
- 9%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 80%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
- 6-10 years
- 10%
Current company
CARVANA
Hendrick Automotive Group
Walmart
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 50%
- 1-2 years
- 33%
- More than 5 years
- 17%
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Last updated: Oct 25, 2026
Automotive Technician: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Richmond, VA: $79,430 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $45,413 – $138,927 yearly
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Automotive Technician
Richmond, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationAir Conditioning CertificationASE CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseASE A1 Engine Repair CertificationKia Certification+6 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAutomotive Technician/Mechanic
Richmond, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationASE CertificationASE A1 Engine Repair CertificationASE A8 Engine Performance CertificationDriver's LicenseASE A4 Suspension & Steering Certification+4 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceWarehouse ExperienceMathAutomotive Technician
Richmond, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOSHAHVAC CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsMechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceLeadershipAutomotive DiagnosticsAutomotive RepairLead state inspector/Mechanic
Richmond, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
Motor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementMechanical KnowledgeOil ChangeAutomotive Diagnostic Technician
Henrico, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationASE CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRASE Master Automotive Technician CertificationMotorcycle LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceMechanic ExperienceIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceOhmmeterAutomotive Technician
Mechanicsville, Virginia
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRElectrician ApprenticeSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTeachingCoachingSports Coaching Experience
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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 131 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, communication skills and service technician experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for automotive technicians?
Common licenses or certifications for automotive technicians include: Driver's License, Motor Vehicle Inspection License and ASE 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, lead state inspector/mechanic and auto technician/ shop foreman.
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 Richmond, VA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an automotive technician?
Most automotive technicians have 16 years of professional experience.
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