A Career in Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

  • Get Your Certificate in 3 Semesters
  • Starting Salary Around $29K
  • 733,200 Jobs Available

Automotive Technology

What is an Automotive Technician?

Automotive technicians service, repair, and upgrade motor vehicles of all kinds. This career is ideal for someone who has an interest in cars and already acts as their own mechanic.

How Much Money Do Automotive Technicians Make?

In the United States, the average automotive technician makes $46,880/year, with some earning more than $75,000/year. As long as people use cars, there will be a need for automotive technicians.

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Potential Salary90%
90%

The top earning 10% of auto service techs earn over $75,000/year

Average Salary60%
60%

Average salary for automotive technicians in the US is $46,880/year

Starting Salary40%
40%

Starting salary for automotive technicians averages around $29,000/year

Degree Requirement80%
80%

Most starting automotive tech jobs only require a certificate

Time Commitment80%
80%

An Automotive Collision Repair Certificate takes around 3 semesters to earn

Job Availability100%
100%

Over 733,000 automotive technician jobs are available in the US

Job Security70%
70%

This field is expected to grow 1% through 2031

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NO COST TUITION

Continuing in spring 2023, York Technical College will offer students college at no costs for tuition and fees. Students may choose from over 100 programs, offered in variety of flexible course and scheduling options, that lead to rewarding careers.

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Training

Automotive Technology Degree

21 Classes (69 Total Credit Hours)
$34K/Year Starting Salary

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Automotive Collision Repair Certificate

12 Classes (40 Total Credit Hours)
$32K/Year Starting Salary

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