Pay range
“Mechanics are paid using one of several options. Some are paid a "flat rate." This means they are paid for a set number of hours for a particular repair. For example, they might be given one hour of pay to complete an oil change. If mechanics take longer than an hour to complete the task, they are not paid extra. However, if they complete the job in less than an hour, they are still paid for a full hour of work. Other mechanics are paid a set hourly wage regardless of the type of repairs they do. A few are paid a flat rate plus a commission based on the labor cost charged to customers.” - WOIS
In the state of Washington the hourly median is $21.04 and you will usually be be working a 40 hour week, this will roughly lead to $3,646 a month or $43,741 a year and to many this may not seem like much,as a matter of fact it is right below the median income in the United States that is $49,445 reported by a survey of Americans by WSL/ strategic retail (2010). Depending on your lifestyle $3,000 a month may not be enough for a big family but it also isn’t something to complain about, I was told by a mechanic that this is perfect for someone who is single or a couple if one is supporting the other. To many this career may require a change of lifestyle so you need to be certain that this is the life you want to live. Obviously $21/hour may not be what everyone makes, depending on where you work you may have a lower or higher starting amount because of your prior education and training, let's also not forget any bonus you may get and a yearly raise, finally if you're a dedicated worker with excellent reviews you may get promotions just like any other job. $3,00 is only the median, with hard work and commitment you can earn way more so keep at it and don't give up.
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