Technicians Compensation
As a technician you have put a lot of time and effort into your trade. Tools, training, and equipment are essential, all cost a lot of money. Until now you have been considered last, yet you are who keeps America running. Take a minute and enter in your student loans, mortgages, health care, business operating costs and more in our Profit & Loss calculator. Is your income enough to compensate you for your time and outlay of education, tools and equipment?
Are you going backward financially?
Living costs increased by an average of 45% from 2000 to 2018, and yet the average income for a technician has only increased by 0.8% in the same amount of time. We know the definition of insanity, it’s time to make that change. Connect with shop owners who appreciate your knowledge and value. Get started today!
Join the Movement
It’s time to take a stand for better entrance wages into our industry. Current lube technicians generally start under $10 an hour. In-N-Out Burger’s starting pay is $12.50 per hour earning with up to $15.75 per hour providing a flexible schedule, paid vacation, 401(k) plan and free meals.
Let us connect you with a shop owner who understands your value and wants you to be a part of their business.
“Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so they don’t want to.” Richard Branson
Wage Map
Living costs and wages vary across the country. Our goal is to make sure you aren’t getting shorted on your pay. Look and see how much other technicians in your area are making. We know shop owners who appreciate their technicians and take care of them, we can hook you up.
Comparative cost of common items from 2000 to 2018.
| 2000 | 2018 | % Increase | |
| Gallon of Gas | $1.51 | $2.86 | 89% |
| F150 Pickup | $20,175 | $36,185 | 79% |
| Gallon of Milk | $2.79 | $3.16 | 13% |
| House | $169,000 | $302,000 | 79% |
| Automotive Scan Tool | $850 | $3,500 | 311% |
| Basic Tool Box (with tools) | $1,250 | $3,150 | 152% |
| Uniform Rental | $5/wk | $9/wk | 80% |
| Health Insurance | $350/mo | $1,200/mo | 243% |
| Auto Technician Income | $40,315 | $40,641 | 0.8% |
Your Partner in Business
Knowledgeable technicians are the driving force of the automotive industry today. Connect with owners who desire to succeed and be the leader in their community.
Experience Matters
With over 98 years of automotive experience between us, we know our way around the industry. You want your business the best it can be. We can help you.
Focused on Helping You
Helping technicians make the money they deserve while keeping business owners from closing shop. We are dedicated to helping. Contact us today to get started.