Burger Chains Paying $20/Hr While Auto Techs Average $24.97 Nationwide.😳

The numbers don't lie.

According to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the average auto technician in the US earns just $24.97 per hour.

I know, I know, it's probably much higher in your area but stick with me here.

Meanwhile, fast food joints like 5 Guys Burgers are offering $20/hr starting wages, plus perks like free meals and tips.

I took a picture of the "we're hiring" sign from my local 5-Guys Burger joint here in California but I can't get it to send from my phone so I won't be posting it here.

Sorry about that!

Anyways...

Let that sink in. A measly $4.97 per hour separates burger flippers from skilled mechanics.

To be clear, we aren't talking about certified master technicians or A-Techs with advanced diagnostic skills but still, is it any wonder why shops are struggling to find and keep techs?

"The industry is in dire straits. When someone can earn almost as much slapping together burgers as they can busting knuckles, you know we've got a serious problem on our hands," laments one shop owner.

To read the full story on TireBusiness.com and discover how this shocking pay discrepancy is fueling a nationwide mechanic shortage, click the link below. ⬇️

Average hourly wage for techs increased by $1.08

🔒 Note: The full article is behind a paywall and requires a subscription to access.

If I ever get that darned 5-Guys help wanted picture to share from my phone, I'll add it to this post.

It's a real gem!

#AutoRepair #FastFood #Wages #MechanicShortage #BurgerFlippers

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