Mechanic Schools in California

Auto Mechanic Schools in California

With dozens of auto mechanic schools in California, the state can give anyone a start in the automotive field. The beautiful weather and abundance of large cities make it an excellent place to begin your career. With a wide range of automotive avenues combined with promising job growth, the demand for auto mechanics in California will increase for years to come.

List of Auto Mechanic Schools in California

  • Bakersfield College, Bakersfield, CA
  • BMW of North America, Oxnard, CA
  • BMW Training Center, Ontario, CA
  • Center for Employment Training, Colton, CA
  • Citrus College, Glendora, CA
  • College of the Canyons, CA
  • Cuesta College, CA
  • De Anza College, Cupertino, CA
  • East Los Angeles College, Monterey Park, CA
  • Fullerton College, Fullerton, CA
  • Hartnell College, Salinas, CA
  • Los Angeles Trade-Tech, Los Angeles, CA
  • Merced College, Merced, CA
  • Palomar College, San Marcos, CA
  • Pasadena City College, Pasadena, CA
  • San Bernardino Valley College, San Bernardino, CA
  • San Diego Miramar College, San Diego, CA
  • Santa Ana College, Santa Ana, CA
  • Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA
  • UEI College, CA
  • Universal Technical Institute, CA
  • Ventura College, Ventura, CA

Working as an Auto Mechanic in California

California provides an immense amount of opportunity and stability for those looking to become a mechanic or technician. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) specified that the annual median wage for automotive technicians in California was $43,620 in 2017, with the top 10% earning around $73,360. California is also home to a wide variety of jobs in the automotive industry that makes it stand out among other states. There are currently 64,350 total auto mechanic jobs and 20,220 total diesel mechanic jobs across the state. Additionally, with a large driving population, there are plenty of body and collision repair jobs as well as glass installation positions.  Overall, the extensive amount of auto mechanic jobs and schools in California make it a great place to consider for anyone looking to get their career off the ground. As far as pay goes, the chart below shows the number of jobs, average hourly wage and average annual salary for different types of automotive specializations in California.

Job Type Total in California Average Hourly Wage Average Annual Salary
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 63,550 $22.43 $46,650
Automotive Body and Related Repairers 13,710 $22.67 $47,150
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers 1,230 $20.04 $41,670
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists 20,590 $25.38 $52,780

Schools in California

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UTI - Mechanic Schools in California

Universal Technical Institute of California
Programs:
Automotive Engine Service and Repair (Certification)
Vehicle Electronic Systems and Technology (Certification)
Automotive Climate Control Systems and Repair (Certification)
and more…

De Anza Colege
Programs:
Advanced Engine Performance Technology
Automotive Chassis Technology
Automotive Machining and Engine Repair
Automotive Powertrain Technology
and more…

Citrus College- Mechanic Schools in California

Citrus College
Programs:
Automotive Technology (A.S.)
Medium and Heavy Diesel Truck Technology (A.S.)
Automotive Service, Diagnosis, and Repair (Certification)
and more…

Pasadena City College - Mechanic Schools in California

Pasadena City College
Programs:
Automatic Technology (A.S.)
All Automotive Systems (Certificaton)
Engine Performance Technician (Certification)
Powertrain Technician (Certification)
and more…

All Mechanic Schools in California

School Address Programs More Details
Ventura College
4667 Telegraph Road
Ventura, CA 93003
Automotive Technology

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Santa Ana College
1530 W 17th Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
Automotive Technology
Diesel Technology

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East Los Angeles College
1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Automotive Technology

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San Bernardino Valley College
701 South Mount Vernon Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92410
Automotive Technology
Diesel Technology
Welding Technology

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Palomar College
1140 West Mission Road
San Marcos, CA 92069
Automotive Technology
Diesel Mechanics Technology
Welding Technology

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Cuesta College
Multiple Campuses Auto Body Technician
Automotive Technology
Welding Technology

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Bakersfield College
1801 Panorama Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Automotive Technology

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Southwestern College
900 Otay Lakes Road
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Automotive Technology

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Fullerton College
321 E. Chapman Avenue
Fullerton, CA 92832
Automotive Technology

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Hartnell College
411 Central Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
Automotive Technology
Advanced Diesel Technology

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Merced College
3600 M Street
Merced, CA 95348
Automotive Technology
Master Auto Technology
Diesel Equipment Technology

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Los Angeles Trade-Tech
400 West Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Automotive Technology
Automotive Collision Repair
Diesel Technology
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Technology
Motorcycle Repair Mechanic

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UEI College
Multiple Campuses Automotive Technician

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San Diego Miramar College
10440 Black Mountain Road
San Diego, CA 92126
Automotive Technology
Diesel Technology

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Center for Employment Training
1099 N. Pepper Avenue
Colton, CA 92324
Automotive Specialist
Welding Technology

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College of the Canyons
Multiple Campuses Automotive Technology

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BMW Training Center
1175 Dupont Rd.
Ontario, CA 91761
BMW STEP: Automotive

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BMW of North America
5650 Arcturus Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93033
BMW STEP: Body & Paint

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Available Grants & Scholarships

Nationwide Scholarships and Grants

Automotive Scholarships and Grants Location Description Deadline
Future Mechanic Grant Nationwide Up to $1,000 for aspiring auto mechanics 12/1/2019
Andrew Piech Memorial Scholarship Nationwide Up to $2,200 for graduates of New Mexico high school June each year
Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship Nationwide Full-Tuition paid for eligible students March each year
Federal Pell Grants Nationwide Up to $6,195, for low-income households Varies
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Nationwide Various, for low-income households Varies
Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship Nationwide Various, one application for many scholarships March each year
Berto Diaz Engineering Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for Mechanical Engineering Students January each year
BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship Nationwide Up to $6,000 paid annually in $1,500 increments March each year
Brent Strohmeyer Memorial Foundation Scholarship Nationwide Up to $400 for eligible students April each year
GMiS Scholars Program Nationwide Various, for underrepresented students in tech April each year
SMA Native American STEM Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,500, for Native American STEM students June each year
Viceroy Auto Trans Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students March each year
Automotive Hall of Fame Educational Fund Nationwide Up to $2,000 for eligible students June each year
Clunker Junker Cash for Cars and College Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible female students Varies
SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund Nationwide Up to $5,000 for eligible students March each year
Edward D. Hendrickson/SAE Engineering Scholarship Nationwide Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years March each year
TMC/SAE Donald D. Dawson Technical Scholarship Nationwide Up to $6,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,500 increments for four years March each year
Fred M. Young Sr./SAE Engineering Scholarship Nationwide Up to $4,000 for eligible students distributed in $1,000 increments for four years March each year
Tau Beta Pi/SAE Engineering Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students March each year
Yanmar/SAE Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students March each year
Horatio Alger Association CTE Scholarships Nationwide Up to $2,500 for eligible students June each year
AmericanMuscle Automotive Scholarship Nationwide Up to $2,000 for eligible students June & October each year
Imagine America Foundation - High School Scholarship Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students December 31 of Graduation Year
Imagine America Adult Skills Education Program Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students No Deadline
Imagine America Military Award Program Nationwide Up to $1,000 for eligible students No Deadline

California Specific Scholarships and Grants

Automotive Scholarships and Grants Location Description Deadline
Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship California Up to $2,500, 25 different categories to apply for February each year
Chafee Grant California Up to $5,000, for former foster youth Varies
Cal Grant California Various amounts for qualifying H.S. seniors or recent grads Varies
Universal Technical Institute Scholarships Universal Technical Institute Multiple Scholarships Varies
California College Promise Grant Pasadena City College Full tuition for eligible students Varies
Abako Foundation Scholarship Palomar College Up to $1,000 for eligible students March each year
Betty and Melvin Cohn Scholarship Fund of the Jewish Community Foundation Palomar College Up to $1,500 for eligible students March each year
President's Associates Career Technical Program Palomar College Up to $1,000 for eligible students March each year