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).

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Top Types Of Mechanic Jobs

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

Hourly National Grid Mechanic
Salary range: $43,500 - $61,500
Hourly National Grid Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Hourly National Grid Mechanic jobs pay between $43,500 (25th percentile) and $61,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Hourly National Grid Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Federal Mechanic
Salary range: $40,000 - $60,000
As a federal mechanic, you repair and provide regular maintenance for a fleet of vehicles, trucks, or another set of mechanical equipment. Federal mechanics frequently work on police cars, fire engines, a USPS car, and other mechanical equipment used by local, state, and federal agencies. Federal mechanics may also work on elevators, HVAC systems, or other devices that need routine care and replacement. Despite the name, most federal mechanics do not work directly for the government—instead, this is usually a contract position in which you may work independently or as part of a contracting company to provide services. Federal mechanics often specialize in certain types of equipment, such as diesel buses or postal vehicles.
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.
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.
Jcb Mechanic
Salary range: $41,500 - $60,000
Jcb Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Jcb Mechanic jobs pay between $41,500 (25th percentile) and $60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Jcb Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
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.
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.
Farm Welding
Salary range: $30,000 - $40,000
Farm Welding is a typical job search query Most salaries for Farm Welding jobs pay between $30,000 (25th percentile) and $40,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Farm Welding job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Per Diem Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Salary range: $52,000 - $68,500
Per Diem Heavy Equipment Mechanic is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Per Diem Heavy Equipment Mechanic jobs pay between $52,000 (25th percentile) and $68,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Per Diem Heavy Equipment Mechanic job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Ge Engines
Salary range: $59,500 - $75,000
Ge Engines is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Ge Engines jobs pay between $59,500 (25th percentile) and $75,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Ge Engines job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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