How much does a Mechanic Technician III make in San Diego, CA? The average Mechanic Technician III salary in San Diego, CA is $72,158 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $63,329 and $82,132. 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. 

Mechanic Technician III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mechanic Technician III Salary $55,291 San Diego,CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Mechanic Technician III Salary $63,329 San Diego,CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Mechanic Technician III Salary $72,158 San Diego,CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Mechanic Technician III Salary $82,132 San Diego,CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Mechanic Technician III Salary $91,213 San Diego,CA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Mechanic Technician III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.

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Installation: The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.

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Quality Checks: Quality Check is the intensive review in the quality matters to test, inspect, or ask questions in order to find out the highest level of accuracy possible.

Troubleshooting 0.19%
Installation 0.01%
Quality Checks 0.01%
Others 99.79%

Job Description for Mechanic Technician III

Mechanic Technician III maintains and services a building or plant's mechanical equipment, control systems, power distribution systems, and HVAC systems. Performs preventative maintenance and routine repairs to systems and equipment. Being a Mechanic Technician III conducts periodic safety and maintenance inspections to evaluate equipment for replacement and identify wear and damage. Uses technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair equipment, engines, and compressors. Additionally, Mechanic Technician III orders parts needed for replacement and coordinates with service providers to complete maintenance tasks. Uses a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or work order system to track and document activities. Follows established safety procedures and regulations for hazardous materials handling. May have completed a trade apprenticeship or technical training. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Mechanic Technician III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Mechanic Technician III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Mechanic Technician III

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For Mechanic Technician III, the upper level is Mechanic Technician IV and then progresses to Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor.

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Mechanic Technician III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Mechanic Technician III, the highest Mechanic Technician III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Mechanic Technician III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Mechanic Technician III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Mechanic Technician III salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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