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Occupational Summary for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
(49-3023)
Oregon Statewide
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| Description: Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Exclude "Automotive Body and Related Repairers" (49-3021), "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (49-3031), and "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles" (49-2096). |
| Employment Projections |
| Region |
Employment |
Projected Annual Openings |
| 2010 |
2020 |
Growth |
Replacement |
Total |
| Oregon Statewide |
4,258 |
5,057 |
80 |
120 |
200 |
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Wages
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| Region |
----- 2012 Wages ----- |
| Median Hourly |
Avg
Annual |
Middle Range |
| Oregon Statewide |
$19.76 |
$42,123 |
$15.25 - 24.81 |
Industries of Employment
private sector only
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| Industry |
2010
Employment |
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Retail Trade
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2,615 |
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Other Services (except Public Administration)
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1,113 |
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Transportation and Warehousing
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76 |
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Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
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63 |
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Wholesale Trade
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47 |
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Statewide Employment Analysis
Employment in this occupation in 2010 was much larger than the statewide average for all occupations. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average rate for all occupations through 2020. The total number of job openings is projected to be much higher than the statewide average number of job openings for all occupations through 2020. Reasonable employment opportunities exist for trained workers largely due to the need to fill replacement job openings. Educational Requirements
Workers typically need a postsecondary non-degree award to enter this occupation. Those with an Associate's degree have a competitive advantage in the labor market. In addition, long-term on-the-job training is typically needed, once employed, to attain competency in the skills needed in this occupation.
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