Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers vs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: Salary Comparison (2026)

Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workerss earn a median salary of $38,860/year, while Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn $49,670/year - a difference of $10,810. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.