Mechanics for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Mechanic Experience11%Service Technician Experience6%Communication Skills6%Education level
High school diploma or GED83%Bachelor's degree7%Vocational or technical training5%Years of experience
Less than a year4%1-2 years6%3-5 years24%Current company
37 th bakery Street LLCA1 tool CorporationAAATime at current job
Less than a year11%1-2 years6%2-5 years46%
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Last updated: Jul 27, 2026
Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $71,023 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,516 – $113,316 yearly
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Diesel Mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardFirearms LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake EndorsementPERC CardSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsIndustrial Mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationCertified Pool OperatorDriver's LicenseJourneyman LicenseOSHA 10CIROSkills
Supervising ExperienceOhmmeterLeadershipTime ManagementService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingAutomotive Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Professional EngineerAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseConfidential ClearanceSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipWheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceExperience Working with ChildrenWriting SkillsMechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
CDLASE CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceWeldingBrake RepairElectrical ExperienceHand ToolsPower ToolsMaintenance Mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Stationary Engineer's LicenseJourneyman LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceConstruction ExperienceEquipment RepairMachine Repair
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What's the average time to fill a mechanic role?
The average time to fill a mechanic role is 98 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do mechanics tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a mechanic include: mechanic experience, service technician experience and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for a mechanic?
Common licenses or certifications for mechanics include: Driver's License, Air Brake Endorsement and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to mechanics?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: maintenance mechanic, mechanic helper and diesel tech.
What level of education is common for a mechanic?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a mechanic in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a mechanic?
Most mechanics have 14 years of professional experience.
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