re: Is there a shortage of qualified mechanics?

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That's one of the dumbest things I've ever seen. Helpers make at least that much now.

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Apprentices start at a higher wage than $18. The best part of construction unions, they allow you a 4 year paid apprenticeship.

we've got some renovations going on in my building, its interesting to watch the dynamics between engineers, journeymen and apprentices.