Mechanics for hire in Columbia, SC
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Mechanic Experience10%Communication Skills8%Service Technician Experience7%Education level
High school diploma or GED85%Vocational or technical training9%Associate's degree6%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%3-5 years40%6-10 years10%Current company
Peter Boulware Toyota-ColumbiaArmy National Guard
AutoZoneTime at current job
2-5 years43%1-2 years29%Less than a year14%
Browse Indeed's database of 4,444 profiles for Mechanics in Columbia, SC
Last updated: Oct 3, 2026
Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbia, SC: $66,650 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $41,193 – $107,838 yearly
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Technician
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
EPA 609 CertificationAir Conditioning CertificationVolkswagen CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAssistant Sales Manager
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseDriver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceMechanic
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseMotorcycle LicenseForklift CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingLandscaper/Mechanic/lube technician
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
ASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationASE CertificationDriver's LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOil ChangeAutomotive Technician
Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
Certified Pool OperatorDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+2 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsSmall Engine Mechanic
West Columbia, South Carolina
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCPRSkills
Service Technician ExperienceLeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingCommunication Skills
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What's the average time to fill a mechanic role?
The average time to fill a mechanic role is 97 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, communication skills and service technician experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for mechanics?
Common licenses or certifications for mechanics include: Driver's License, ASE Certification and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: owner / mobile automotive technician, technician and ford technician.
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 Columbia, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a mechanic?
Most mechanics have 12 years of professional experience.
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