“Every day is a new challenge,” Jeff Hinkemeyer said of his job as owner of Glen’s Precision Auto. “It’s never the same two days in a row.” And that’s precisely why he likes his job. He’s been at it ...

AKRON — The average annual hourly wage of automotive service technicians has increased more than $1 to $24.97, according to the latest statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). That figure ...

Auto mechanics and technicians deal with all kinds of repairs and service issues for motor vehicles — from “basic” tasks like oil changes to more advanced work like brakes, suspensions, front-end ...

A flat tire helped Phil Almas pump up his technician ranks. Serge Akilimali's Volkswagen had a flat tire in the impound lot across from Ganley Subaru in Wickliffe, Ohio, where Almas has been service ...

Jack Weidinger has been trying to hire six more auto technicians at each of his two Long Island car dealerships for more than a year, he said. “It’s the hardest job to fill and it’s one of the most ...

A good technician can be hard to find and even harder to keep. Investing in good equipment, offering paid vacations and establishing a retirement savings fund are steps employers can take to attract ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michael Harley is a noted automotive industry expert and analyst. Opening the hood may be intimidating, but not to a certified ASE ...