Most mechanic jobs require a high school diploma or GED certificate. You can also get an associate degree or vocational certification in automotive repair. Some jobs provide on the job training, though most employers prefer mechanics with previous experience working in the industry. You can also choose to become a certified automotive service technician by completing the requirements set by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

If you are interested in a job related to Mechanic, here are some popular related job searches with the most open positions on ZipRecruiter.

Top Types Of Mechanic Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Mechanic positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

Core Mechanical
Salary range: $72,000 - $119,000
Core Mechanical is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Core Mechanical jobs pay between $72,000 (25th percentile) and $119,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Core Mechanical job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Retired Mechanic
Salary range: $45,000 - $106,000
Retired Mechanic is a typical job search query Most salaries for Retired Mechanic jobs pay between $45,000 (25th percentile) and $106,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Retired Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Mechanical Aptitude
Salary range: $44,000 - $65,500
Mechanical Aptitude is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Mechanical Aptitude jobs pay between $44,000 (25th percentile) and $65,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Mechanical Aptitude job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Cat Welding
Salary range: $38,500 - $54,500
Cat Welding is a common job search query. Most salaries for Cat Welding jobs pay between $38,500 (25th percentile) and $54,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Cat Welding job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Komatsu Mechanic
Salary range: $40,000 - $60,000
Komatsu Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Komatsu Mechanic jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Komatsu Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Diesel Mechanic Fly In Fly Out
Salary range: $50,000 - $66,000
Diesel Mechanic Fly In Fly Out is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Diesel Mechanic Fly In Fly Out jobs pay between $50,000 (25th percentile) and $66,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are lots of open positions nationwide for Diesel Mechanic Fly In Fly Out job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Apprentice Tractor Mechanic
Salary range: $36,000 - $50,000
Apprentice Tractor Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Apprentice Tractor Mechanic jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $50,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Apprentice Tractor Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Usps Maintenance Mechanic
Salary range: $50,000 - $64,000
Usps Maintenance Mechanic is a typical job search query Most salaries for Usps Maintenance Mechanic jobs pay between $50,000 (25th percentile) and $64,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Usps Maintenance Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
International Mechanic
Salary range: $40,000 - $60,000
International Mechanic is a typical job search query Most salaries for International Mechanic jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for International Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Relocation Assistance Diesel Mechanic
Salary range: $50,000 - $66,000
Relocation Assistance Diesel Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Relocation Assistance Diesel Mechanic jobs pay between $50,000 (25th percentile) and $66,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Relocation Assistance Diesel Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

All Jobs Mechanic Jobs 10 of the Most Popular Types of Mechanic Jobs in 2026