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Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics vs. First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn a median salary of $49,670/year, while First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairerss earn $78,300/year - a difference of $28,630. First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
Median salary
$49,670
$78,300
Hourly rate
$23.88/hr
$37.64/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$33,660
$48,460
Senior level (90th %)
$80,850
$124,280
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
688,840
600,680
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Repair & Maintenance
Repair & Maintenance
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