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Occupational Report
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians (49-3023)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational 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).
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Employment Outlook
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2006 employment is estimated to be much larger than the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be much higher than the statewide average.Reasonable employment opportunities exist largely due to the significant number of job openings projected for this occupation. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
There are 39 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through
26 are listed below.
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State of Oregon License Information
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
| Region |
---------------- 2009 Wages ---------------- |
| Percentiles (hourly wages) |
Avg
Hourly
($/hr) |
Avg
Annual |
| 10th |
25th |
50th
(median) |
75th |
90th |
| Oregon Statewide |
$11.07 |
$13.98 |
$18.33 |
$23.78 |
$29.06
|
$19.22 |
$39,964 |
| Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook |
10.23 |
12.05 |
14.68 |
20.33 |
23.79
|
15.81 |
32,900 |
| Multnomah / Washington |
11.20 |
14.12 |
18.19 |
23.95 |
29.77
|
19.42 |
40,404 |
| Marion / Polk / Yamhill |
10.27 |
13.34 |
17.34 |
22.59 |
27.67
|
18.34 |
38,159 |
| Benton / Lincoln / Linn |
11.31 |
14.90 |
20.07 |
24.01 |
26.55
|
19.86 |
41,318 |
| Lane |
10.04 |
12.86 |
17.09 |
19.69 |
23.75
|
16.89 |
35,132 |
| Douglas |
10.52 |
11.70 |
13.91 |
20.01 |
28.01
|
16.57 |
34,467 |
| Coos / Curry |
13.85 |
17.22 |
19.31 |
22.65 |
26.39
|
19.82 |
41,220 |
| Jackson / Josephine |
11.99 |
14.30 |
18.40 |
24.79 |
29.78
|
19.56 |
40,693 |
| Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson |
11.39 |
14.93 |
21.35 |
28.46 |
32.87
|
21.78 |
45,304 |
| Klamath / Lake |
10.21 |
11.12 |
13.04 |
20.57 |
25.03
|
15.78 |
32,829 |
| Morrow / Umatilla |
16.57 |
19.12 |
22.28 |
25.02 |
28.26
|
21.74 |
45,208 |
| Clackamas |
14.10 |
16.97 |
21.67 |
24.95 |
28.16
|
21.19 |
44,062 |
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
Industry
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Ownership |
2006
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
6,728 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
6,456 |
|
Wholesale Trade
|
Private |
75 |
|
Retail Trade
|
Private |
3,264 |
|
Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
|
Private |
3,088 |
|
Automobile Dealers
|
Private |
2,403 |
|
Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Stores
|
Private |
670 |
|
Gasoline Stations
|
Private |
90 |
|
General Merchandise Stores
|
Private |
85 |
|
Department Stores
|
Private |
85 |
|
Transportation and Warehousing
|
Private |
68 |
|
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
|
Private |
104 |
|
Administrative and Support Services
|
Private |
102 |
|
Employment Services
|
Private |
89 |
|
Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
2,748 |
|
Repair and Maintenance
|
Private |
2,746 |
|
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
|
Private |
2,746 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
123 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
88 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Local |
113 |
|
Public Administration
|
Local |
87 |
|
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
|
Local |
87 |
Educational Requirements
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
Workers must have postsecondary training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with an associate degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
- Align Gears
- Apply Automotive System Theories
- Apply Electronic Principles
- Apply Knowledge Of Vehicle Repair Procedures
- Apply Safe Waste Disposal Procedures
- Assemble Gear Systems
- Estimate Cost, Time, And Materials Needed For Repairs
- Fit Bearings
- Follow Safety Procedures
- Identify Base Metals For Welding
- Install, Replace And Repair Automotive Parts And Components
- Interpret And Apply Service And Repair Manuals
- Interpret Automotive Technical Manuals
- Maintain Repair Records
- Maintain Welding Machines And Equipment
- Maneuver Heavy Objects
- Operate Cranes, Hoists, Or Mechanical Booms
- Operate Electronic Calibration Devices
- Operate Engine Diagnostic Equipment, Including Computerized
- Operate Engine Emission Testing Equipment
- Operate Grinding Machines
- Operate Soldering Equipment
- Operate Vehicle Engine Electrical System Test Equipment
- Perform Combination Welding
- Perform Routine Service On Vehicles
- Perform Safety Inspections In Manufacturing Or Repair Setting
- Provide Customer Service
- Read Repair Work Orders
- Read Schematics And Specifications
- Read Vehicle Manufacturers Specifications
- Repair Transmissions
- Solder Automotive Components
- Test And Operate Motor Vehicles After Repair
- Test Mechanical Products And Equipment After Repair Or Assembly
- Use Acetylene Torch
- Use Algebra
- Use Basic Mathematics
- Use Electronic Test Equipment
- Use Machine Tools In Automotive And Related Vehicle Repair
- Use Metric System
- Use Pneumatic Tools
- Use Precision Measuring Devices In Mechanical Repair Work
- Use Voltmeter And Ohmmeter
- Weld Metal Parts
Schools and Training Providers
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:
Angell Job Corps Center
335 NE Blogett Road
Yachats, OR 97498
Phone: (541) 547-3137
Programs of Training:
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Chemeketa Community College
4000 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97305
Phone: (503) 399-5000
Programs of Training:
|
Linn-Benton Community College
6500 Pacific Blvd SW
Albany, OR 97321
Phone: (541) 917-4999
Programs of Training:
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Mt Hood Community College
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR 97030
Phone: (503) 491-6422
Programs of Training:
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Timber Lake Job Corps Center
59868 E Highway 224
Estacada, OR 97023
Phone: (503) 834-2291
Programs of Training:
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Central Oregon Community College
2600 NW College Way
Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 383-7500
Programs of Training:
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Rogue Community College
3345 Redwood Hwy
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Phone: (541) 956-7500
Programs of Training:
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Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite1045
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0760
Programs of Training:
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Clackamas Community College
19600 South Molalla Ave
Oregon City, OR 97045
Phone: (503) 657-6958
Programs of Training:
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Wolf Creek Job Corps Center
2010 Opportunity Lane
Glide, OR 97443
Phone: (541) 496-3507
Programs of Training:
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Portland Community College
12000 SW 49th Avenue
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 244-6111
Programs of Training:
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Umpqua Community College
1140 College Rd.
Roseburg, OR 97470
Phone: (541) 440-4600
Programs of Training:
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Clatsop Community College
1653 Jerome Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
Phone: (503) 325-0910
Programs of Training:
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Lane Community College
4000 E 30th Ave
Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: (541) 463-3000
Programs of Training:
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Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Automotive Mechanics And Service Technicians
These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:
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