How does one become a level 2 auto mechanic?

Question

My boyfriend plans on becoming a mechanic through army training, but me (being his girlfriend and wanting the best for him) noticed that level 1 mechanics don't make very much money. So how does one become a level 2 auto mechanic?

Answer 1

I think its off to a good start going  into the military. When he gets out it would benefit him to keep his education going. Taking those ASE tests are a big plus. Also going to a Automotive School of some sort, college or specialized trade school ( UTI, Wyotech, Lincoln Tech, etc.)

I have been in the automotive field for 10 years now. I made close to $100,000 a year working for Mercedes Benz as a Master Certified technician. Yeah dealerships can have its ups and downs, but so does any job in any field. If he loves working on cars it will be well worth it.

Answer 2

He cannot just start out as a level 2 "otherwise known as Class B Tech", it takes time, experience, and dedication and a lot of hard work.

I have been a automobile technician for some 22 years working long stressful hours. If you really care about him, talk him out of being a auto tech, dealerships do not pay, and factory warranty labor rates are about half of what a customer pays, and just starting out, trust me, he will get his share of warranty work. A class C technician can expect to get roughly about 10 to 12.00 a hour depending on placement. Best bet, tell him to get his CDL, "commercial drivers license" and drive a tractor trailer, driver jobs are everywhere and starting pay is usually about 52,000.00 a year. Good Luck!

Answer 3

If he is in the Army most likely he will be a diesel mechanic since all the military vehicles run in jp8 which is like diesel.  I don't think there are levels of mechanic but there are certifications through the ASE which is nation wide.

Any ways if he really wants to make a lot of money as a mechanic the best way is to be a diesel mechanic with all ASE certifications.

Answer 4

In the Service it's a lot like the outside; Apprentice, Journeymen, Master (Service Levels 1, 2 & 3). Get Started, Work Hard, Study and do good on the Test. Diesels are Changing as fast or faster the Gas but with a lot of hard work and your Support (Biggest Thing) he'll be there in no time.   "Good LucK!"