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how to become a mechanic in bitlife

To become a mechanic in BitLife, you mainly need to age up, finish school, and grab the right job (Apprentice Auto Mechanic or Auto Mechanic) as soon as it appears in the Jobs list.

Quick Scoop: How to Become a Mechanic in BitLife

Basic Requirements

  • Age your character up to at least 18 years old.
  • Finish high school; it’s strongly recommended, though not always strictly required for mechanic jobs.
  • Go to:
    • Occupation → Jobs
    • Look for Apprentice Auto Mechanic , Auto Mechanic , or Mechanic and apply.

If you don’t see the job:

  • Age up one year and re‑check the Jobs list (jobs are randomized each year).
  • You can restart the app or even start a new life if it’s really not appearing.

Best Path: Apprentice Auto Mechanic

Most guides suggest starting as an Apprentice Auto Mechanic instead of jumping straight into full mechanic roles.

  • It’s easier to get hired for.
  • You “learn under” experienced mechanics and can stay in the career long‑term.

Once hired:

  • Open your Occupation tab.
  • Use actions like Work Harder to keep the job and slowly move up.

Money & Lifestyle Notes

  • Mechanic jobs usually don’t pay a lot; expect a relatively modest income.
  • Many players combine this with:
    • Part‑time jobs
    • Freelance gigs (like freelance work or side hustles) to cover extra costs.

Motorhead Challenge Tie‑In (If You’re Doing It)

One popular reason this path is trending is the Motorhead Challenge.

For that challenge you must:

  1. Become a mechanic.
  2. Own 5+ cars in perfect condition.
  3. Do 30+ routine maintenance actions.
  4. Complete 10+ repairs on your cars.
  5. Own at least one car for 30+ years.

Story example:

You graduate high school at 18, flip open the Jobs tab, and land an Apprentice Auto Mechanic spot. A few years later, you’re juggling cheap used cars, scraping together cash from side gigs, and slowly ticking off the Motorhead Challenge goals—tuning engines, fixing issues, and holding onto that one old faithful ride for decades.

Mini FAQ

Do I need university?

  • No, university is not needed to become a mechanic; high school is enough.

What if my Smarts stat is low?

  • Mechanics don’t heavily rely on Smarts, but a higher Smarts stat can sometimes help job acceptance in general.

Job not showing for multiple years?

  • Keep aging, resetting the app, or start a new character until Apprentice Auto Mechanic or Mechanic appears in Jobs.

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