LogFAQs > #968196637

The way invoicing works for shop mechanics is pretty strange from what I understand. Mechanics have a pretty solid hourly rate because they are skilled technicians. When they perform a job, the job has a preset amount of time that will be invoiced regardless of how long it actually takes the mechanic to perform the repair so this incentivizes them to go as quickly as possibly so they can crank out as much work as they can and cram as many jobs in to make a ton. The parts get a decent upcharge too in order to cover the service writers time and what not, but the most expensive thing is paying for the mechanic's time that likely took them far less time than you paid for.

I'm not saying it's wrong, just a strange way that everything works. If you can get someone to do the repairs after hours it saves a ton, but only if you know they are qualified to actually do it well. Also, sucks that most mechanic's have to purchase their own tools and toolboxes instead of having the shop provide them. This means most mechanics start out with an immense amount of debt just so they can work.