Car Mechanic Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Car Mechanic make in Washington, DC? The average Car Mechanic salary in Washington, DC is $63,509 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $54,465 and $72,628. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Certified Auto Tech - Car Mechanic

Jerry's Automotive Service - Waukesha , WI

As our Certified Auto Tech - Car Mechanic, you will command competitive compensation ranging from $20 to $45 per hour , contingent upon your extensive experience. We also offer a comprehensive array ...

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Car Mechanic - Auto Technician

PR's Autohaus of Lodi - Lodi , CA

When you become our full-time Car Mechanic - Auto Technician , you can build a fulfilling career with an automotive repair shop that provides all of the support that you need to succeed. Curious ...

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Car Mechanic - Auto Technician

C&H Foreign Auto Repair - Spokane , WA

Advance your career as a full-time Car Mechanic - Auto Technician with C&H Foreign Auto Repair in the Spokane, WA area! We're seeking someone who is diligent and trustworthy to service, diagnose, and ...

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Experienced Auto Technician - Car Mechanic

Fleet Service Auto & Truck Repair - Everett , WA

As an Experienced Auto Technician - Car Mechanic, you are trusted by our customers, and they value your integrity. Each day, you correctly diagnose mechanical problems, perform alignments, and test ...

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Auto Tech - Car Mechanic

Village Transmission & Auto Clinic - Edmonds , WA

Become a full-time Auto Tech - Car Mechanic with Village Transmission & Auto Clinic in Edmonds, WA where you can grow your career with a highly reputable automotive repair business that has a great ...

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Car Mechanic - Auto Technician

TRIDENT AUTO PERFORMANCE & SMOG - Valencia , CA

Advance your automotive repair career with Trident Auto Performance and Smog as our full-time Car Mechanic - Auto Technician who diagnoses, services, and repairs various vehicles in the Valencia, CA ...

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What does a Car Mechanic do?

Common responsibilities of a Car Mechanic

Report to work daily and on-time.

December 26, 2022

Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.

February 24, 2023

Run tests and diagnostic procedures to identify mechanical issues with vehicles that customers bring in.

February 24, 2023

Provide excellent customer service and representing the company well.

February 27, 2023

Communicates directly with the Service Advisor so that customers can be informed if any additional service is needed, providing an estimate of time needed for additional repairs.

March 03, 2023

Operate, inspect and have knowledge in Vintage/Classic/High End vehicles.

March 07, 2023

Test-drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.

March 11, 2023

Executes repairs under warranty to manufacturer specifications.

April 23, 2023

Performs work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership standards.

May 13, 2023

Hold a good driving record.

May 13, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Car Mechanic in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

54465

72628

63509

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

54868

73338

63972

What is the average salary for Car Mechanic in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Car Mechanic in Washington, DC. The base salary for Car Mechanic ranges from $54,465 to $72,628 with the average base salary of $63,509. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,868 to $73,338 with the average total cash compensation of $63,972.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$63,509	$54,465 - $72,628
Bonus	$462	$403 - $711
Total Pay	$63,972	$54,868 - $73,338

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Car Mechanic Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,475 - $72,641	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,475 - $72,641	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,475 - $72,641	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,360 - $72,488	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,475 - $72,641	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,475 - $72,641	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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