average ase certified mechanic salary
The average salary for auto service technicians and mechanics was $39,060 a year as of May 2012, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The lowest paid 10 percent made $20,810 or less per year, while the highest paid 10 percent made $60,070 or more. Half of all mechanics made between $27,150 and $48,230 a year. According to SimplyHired, the average salary for ASE certified mechanic jobs is $38,000 a year as of May 2013. Many employers also offer commission based on the volume of work, according to the BLS.