Auto Mechanic Earnings 2020: Are You Well Paid Or Badly?
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Did you know that mechanics cannot be paid in any way. His employer must comply with certain legal standards. And if you're planning on opening your own garage soon, here's how much you could make 👇
- What is the 2020 Minimum Wage for Car Repair?
- How to determine a locksmith's salary?
- How much does an independent mechanic earn?
- How much does a mechanic apprentice earn?
What is the 2020 Minimum Wage for Car Repair?
Minimum wage by law
The auto mechanic also checks, repairs and adjusts all the mechanical systems of the vehicle.
The latter works as an employee at a garage locksmith, in a quick repair center, at a dealer, or as a self-employed foreman (we will talk about this below).
To be legal, you must follow the rules set by the national convention for the trade and repair of automobiles.
And to help you, the national convention provides you with a minimum wage grid (35 hours per week gross), depending on the grade and level you are tied to.
To find out your echelon and level, refer to your latest payroll. If you cannot find this information, contact your supervisor or Human Resources.
The cost of the vehicle repair training and qualification point is € 3,38 and the basket allowance is € 5,93.
In France, a mechanic earns an average of 1631 euros per month.
What will be the penalties if you do not meet the minimum wage grid?
Are you an employer? Be careful and respect the salary scale established by the national convention for the trade and repair of automobiles. Without it, you are subject to various sanctions:
- Payment of a reminder of wages and damages to the employee concerned.
- Shall be punished with a fine of the 4th degree (fixed price € 135).
- Illegal termination of an employment contract for an employer.
How to determine a locksmith's salary?
As far as independent mechanics are concerned, you may be wondering what price you should pay for your mechanics. Vrumli remains your co-pilot who will guide you:
What are the goals of your garage?
The first step is to measure the potential of your garage.
- What is your turnover?
- What are your short and long term goals?
- How many employees should you maintain?
- How much do you pay yourself?
Thanks to all these questions, you can estimate the budget allocated to pay the salaries of your mechanics.
How to calculate a locksmith's salary?
It is very difficult to measure the profitability of a mechanic given the number of interventions and prices that differ from machine to machine.
But you should definitely consider the level of training of your mechanics, as well as their experience. Obviously, a mechanic with 20 years of experience will demand a higher salary than a trainee apprentice!
In addition, there are several professions at the heart of the garage, such as:
- Body-builder
- Technical controller
- mechanic
- Or a welder
In addition to the fixed wage, you can set up a bonus system to challenge your employees and therefore make the most of their effectiveness!
How much does an independent mechanic earn?
Looking to start a business and open your own garage? But how much could you pay each month?
What is the average salary for a garage mechanic in France?
In France, the average salary of a garage mechanic varies by region and especially depending on the activity of the garage.
Indeed, in Paris, the average salary for a mechanic is higher than in other regions of France.
But let's face it: when starting a business, the salary that a mechanic pays himself revolves around the minimum wage, then changes over the course of his career and can go up to 5000 euros per month.
How to increase mechanic turnover?
Therefore, the question that all mechanics ask themselves is: how to increase the turnover of my garage?
If you are self-employed and motivated, you can use online platforms like Vroomly.
It is impossible that you have never heard of this.
Vroomly is the reference platform for all garage owners looking to increase their activity!
Vroomly gives you a huge advantage over other garages.
Your clients will have the opportunity to:
- Get an online quote for 46 services in just 3 clicks!
- Book online 24/24. You don't even need to pick up your phone!
In addition to increasing your visibility, we take over the entire administrative part of your garage. You just need to focus on your core business: mechanics!
There is nothing easier to register:
- Go to vroomly.com/garagiste
- Enter your name, name and phone number
- We are sending new clients to you!
How much does a mechanic apprentice earn?
What lessons do you need to take to become a mechanic?
If you are a student and have found your way, know that there are several options available to you to become a mechanic:
- CAP level:
- Car service options CAP passenger cars
- MC (additional mentions) 1 year after CAP in the automotive sector:
- – maintenance of diesel engines and their equipment
- – maintenance of on-board automotive systems,
- Bachelor's standard:
- Professional Bachelor's Degree in Passenger Car Maintenance
- Tank + 2 level
- BTS Car Maintenance
Lots of diplomas to start your garage adventure! What more could you ask for!
What is the legal salary for a locksmith apprentice?
The salary of a student varies according to his educational level, age, and also depending on the national convention for the trade and repair of cars. To easily understand how much (at least) a student is earning, here is a pivot table:
And for a student over 26 years old, he will receive 1540 euros gross per month, regardless of his year of study!
Now that you know all about mechanical workshop wages, open your own workshop and increase your turnover with Vroomly!
