Mechanics for hire in San Jose, CA
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Mechanic Experience10%Communication Skills7%Service Technician Experience6%Education level
High school diploma or GED69%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training11%Years of experience
More than 10 years50%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
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Auto Tech MotorsportsTime at current job
More than 5 years50%Less than a year17%1-2 years17%
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Last updated: Sep 28, 2026
Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in San Jose, CA: $87,013 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $58,256 – $129,964 yearly
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Automotive Technician
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
CDLASE CertificationMotor Vehicle Inspection LicenseFord CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL aSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAutomotive DiagnosticsAutomotive Technician
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
CDLDriver's LicenseCDL CNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipService Technician ExperienceHeavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationEPA 608 Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseAir BrakeNon-CDL Class CEPA Universal Certification+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsMechanic ExperienceOrganizational SkillsIndustrial Mechanic ExperienceAutomotive Technician
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAutomotive RepairTire ServiceFleet Manager/Mechanic
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationChrysler CertificationCDL CDriver's LicenseSkills
Time ManagementMechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsPublic SpeakingUS Army Reserve - Generator Mechanic 91D
San Jose, California
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseMotorcycle LicenseSkills
Mechanic ExperienceService Technician ExperienceMechanical KnowledgeEquipment RepairGenerator RepairGenerator Engine Maintenance and Repair Experience
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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, 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 Non-CDL Class C.
What are some job titles related to mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: automotive technician, US army reserve - generator mechanic 91D and area diagnostic specialist / automotive 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 San Jose, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a mechanic?
Most mechanics have 10 years of professional experience.
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