Mechanics for hire in Columbia, SC

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    4,312

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  • Most popular skills

    Mechanic Experience
    10%
    Communication Skills
    8%
    Service Technician Experience
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    95%
    Master's degree
    3%
    Vocational or technical training
    3%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years
    30%
    6-10 years
    30%
    More than 10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Goodyear tires
    • US Foods
    • Army National Guard
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    17%
    1-2 years
    17%

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Last updated: Oct 29, 2026

Mechanic: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, SC: $66,352 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $40,772 – $107,979 yearly
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  • Service Technician

    West Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication Skills
  • Automotive Mechanic

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Machanic

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsHand Tools
  • Automotive Technician

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Pool OperatorDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationCPRForklift CertificationHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training+2 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis Skills
  • Lead Technician

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA 609 CertificationEPA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL aCDL B+1 more

    Skills

    Service Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceMechanical KnowledgeAutomotive RepairBox Truck
  • Mechanic

    West Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCDL B

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceSalesCustomer Service

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What's the average time to fill a mechanic role?

The average time to fill a mechanic role is 101 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 Forklift Certification.

What are some job titles related to mechanics?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: automotive technician, diesel mechanic 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 8 years of professional experience.

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