What Are the Benefits of Being an Automobile Mechanic?
breakage image by Rina from Fotolia.com jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep1 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/a05/m8/g6/benefits-being-automobile-mechanic_-1.1-800X800.jpg’); }); There are several benefits to being an auto mechanic Anyone who owns a car can appreciate the value of a good automobile mechanic. The typical mechanic faces challenges at work such as physical discomfort and frustrated customers. But for those with a strong mechanical aptitude and a passion for cars, the job offers a variety of benefits. Good Wages Auto mechanics have the opportunity to earn good wages. According to PayScale.com, mechanics with five to nine years of experience earn between $13.98 and $20.40 per hour. Those with 20 or more years of experience can earn from $17.81 to $24.94 per hour as of 2010. Job Opportunities According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job prospects for mechanics who complete postsecondary education training programs, such as