Mechanic Jobs in Columbus, OH
Set your own rate, work your own radius, keep your own customers. Mechanicrank dispatches Columbus drivers straight to independent techs like you, 61 businesses already compete for this work in Columbus. Shop labor here runs $85, $130/hr; mobile techs on the network price against that and keep what they earn.
Real openings from real shops.
Local shops and fleets post openings here free. See one you like? Call or apply directly, Mechanicrank takes no cut and no fee from either side.
Apprentice Mechanic (Entry Level)
The Mechanicrank network is building its apprentice bench in Columbus. No experience and no tools required to start — we match entry-level candidates with hiring shops and mobile mechanics in our network. Pay starts at $11.00/hr, the state minimum wage, and climbs as you learn and certify: the free study guides on this site and the MRC certification track are the ladder. One application covers every participating shop in your area.
32 established Columbus shops worth a call.
Every business below has more than 20 customer reviews, proof of steady work coming through the door. None of them posted an opening here, and that's the point: most wrenching jobs are filled before an ad ever runs. A direct call with an MRC certification behind your name beats a resume in a pile.
Columbus Truck & Trailer Repair LLC
Established Columbus business with 343 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
MobileMechanicMikeLLC
Established Columbus business with 25 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
KL Automotive
Established Columbus business with 24 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
One Call Auto Mechanic
Established Columbus business with 1599 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Steagalls Mobile Auto Service
Established Columbus business with 176 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
The Mochanic LLC
Established Columbus business with 81 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Adkins Mobile Mechanics llc
Established Columbus business with 35 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Mobile Mechanics of Ohio
Established Columbus business with 302 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Harolds Automotive
Established Columbus business with 88 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Semi Truck Repair Center & Parking
Established Columbus business with 74 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Ohio Autocare
Established Columbus business with 47 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Schorr Mobile Repair
Established Columbus business with 37 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Semper Fi Mobile Mechanic LLC
Established Columbus business with 450 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Tom and Jerry's Auto Service
Established Columbus business with 443 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
John’s Mobile Mechanic
Established Columbus business with 25 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
European Automotive
Established Columbus business with 46 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Fasol Mobile Auto Care llc
Established Columbus business with 23 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
John's Auto
Established Columbus business with 155 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Big Boyz Mobile Truck Repair Service
Established Columbus business with 104 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Jr Mobile Mechanic LLC
Established Columbus business with 44 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Crosier Automotive (MOBILE MECHANIC)
Established Columbus business with 40 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
No Hassle Auto Repair & Moblie Services
Established Columbus business with 288 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Central Ohio Mobile Mechanic
Established Columbus business with 202 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Wiers Fleet Service & Truck Repair
Established Columbus business with 113 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Mobile Mike's Auto Electric Service
Established Columbus business with 72 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
JMAC Auto Repair
Established Columbus business with 86 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Tyrea Mobile Mechanic
Established Columbus business with 52 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Mobile Mechanic Columbus
Established Columbus business with 138 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Nick's Auto Repair
Established Columbus business with 71 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Polkats Heavy-Duty Mobile Diesel Mechanic
Established Columbus business with 36 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Diesel Mobile Truck & Trailer Repair, LLC
Established Columbus business with 29 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Columbus Auto Repair
Established Columbus business with 174 customer reviews, busy shops like this hire experienced techs year-round, posted ad or not. Call, ask for the owner, and lead with what you can do.
Six ways to earn on the network.
Rather be your own boss? Every role below is independent-contractor work, you are the business, Mechanicrank sends the customers. Pay bands reflect typical Ohio rates.
Mobile Mechanic. General Repair
Brakes, batteries, alternators, starters, diagnostics, oil service, repaired in the customer's driveway. The backbone role of the network.
- Own tools and reliable service vehicle
- 2+ years wrenching experience
- Smartphone for dispatch and photos
- Liability insurance (or ready to get it)
Diesel & Heavy-Duty Technician
Fleet trucks, RVs, and equipment that cannot come to a shop. Air brakes, aftertreatment, hydraulics, the highest-demand, highest-rate work on the platform.
- Diesel experience (fleet, ag, or OTR)
- Heavy-duty capable tools
- Comfort working roadside on big iron
- DOT inspection knowledge a plus
Brake & Safety Specialist
High-volume brake jobs, inspections, and safety repairs. Predictable work, quick turnarounds, steady bookings.
- Strong brake diagnosis fundamentals
- Own tools including bleeding equipment
- Attention to torque specs and documentation
Pre-Purchase Inspector
Inspect used cars for remote and local buyers before they hand over money. Paid per inspection, scheduled around your other work.
- Sharp eye for paint work, leaks, and hidden damage
- OBD scan tool
- Clear written reports with photos
- MRC PPI certification preferred, free to earn
Roadside Rescue Tech
Jump starts, battery swaps, no-starts, lockouts. Short jobs, fast pay, evenings and weekends available, a great entry point.
- Jump pack, basic hand tools, battery tester
- Safe roadside work habits
- Fast response time in your radius
EV & Hybrid Technician
High-voltage qualified techs are scarce and the work is growing every quarter. Hybrid batteries, EV maintenance, and diagnostics.
- HV safety training (gloves, live-dead-live)
- Insulated tool set
- Hybrid/EV diagnostic experience
- MRC EV & Hybrid certification preferred
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