Can I claim tools if I am a mechanic for a auto shop?

[Carl]

Any and all work related expenses for a W-2 job are no longer deductible.

[DawnC]

Only if you are self-employed.   If you are an employee and receive a W-2 each year from your employer, you do not qualify to deduct job related expenses.  

Job-related expenses for employees are no longer deductible on most people’s federal return in tax years 2018 through 2025.    

job-related expenses may be deductible in your state - if you know you live in a state that allows the deduction, enter them in the federal section and TurboTax will transfer those to your state return.   There are only a few states that allow it and there are other requirements, so it is unlikely you will benefit.   

Expenses that qualify for this STATE ONLY deduction are those the IRS considers "ordinary and necessary" for work, like uniforms, tools, union dues, licenses, and travel between job sites.

Where do I enter job-related employee expenses? (Form 2106)