[wcunning]

$20 is starting as I understand, and goes up quite high for master mechanics with certifications. That's how I meant that to be read.

[borner791]

keep in mind a good mechanic is making double time or better.. although I understand that's harder on a FORD than a Japanese car.

$20 is also on the low end for a good tech, you're correct.

[supportengineer]

That seems absurdly low, I would expect a skilled mechanic to make at least $50 an hour.

$20/hour is starting pay around here at McDonalds, In-N-Out Burger, etc.

[wcunning]

Thus the starting out part. Certifications, years of experience, skills in terms of welding exhaust or the like all raise that, but mechanics get screwed on their rate regularly, which is why they're dropping out. See one of the other top level comments about "shortage -> low wages."

[potato3732842]

A decent mechanic who works 40hr is getting paid more than 40hr.