Mechanics for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Mechanic Experience12%Service Technician Experience8%Heavy Lifting7%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Associate's degree10%Bachelor's degree4%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years20%6-10 years16%Current company
Self-EmployedACME IndustriesAmentum
Time at current job
Less than 1 year6%1-2 years12%2-5 years41%
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Last updated: Jul 23, 2026
Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $70,753 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,301 – $112,998 yearly
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Automotive Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseASE A1 Engine Repair CertificationBaton PermitASE A8 Engine Performance CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingSalesDiesel 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 SkillsTrailer and chassis mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Journeyman ElectricianASE CertificationAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Electrical LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadershipMaintenance Mechanic
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Class DStationary Engineer's LicenseDriver's LicenseCCNAForklift CertificationBLSSkills
LeadershipAmmeterCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLead Maintenance Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Air Conditioning CertificationElectrical ExperienceEPA Refrigeration CertificationForklift CertificationHVAC CertificationCertified Electronics TechnicianSkills
Mechanic ExperienceProgrammable Logic ControllersMaintenance WorkMaintenanceIndustrial MaintenanceWeldingAutomotive Technician
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Professional EngineerAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseConfidential ClearanceSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadership
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What's the average time to fill a mechanic role?
The average time to fill a mechanic role is 99 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 heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a mechanic?
Common licenses or certifications for mechanics include: Driver's License, ASE Certification and CDL.
What are some job titles related to mechanics?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: diesel mechanic, automotive technician and maintenance mechanic.
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 18 years of professional experience.
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