Average salary, compensation, and wages for Small engine mechanics in the United StatesMedian hourly earnings of motorcycle mechanics were $13.03 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $10.14 and $16.65. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.17, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $21.04. Median hourly earnings in 2002 in other motor vehicle dealers, the industry employing the largest number of motorcycle mechanics, were $13.00. Median hourly earnings of motorboat mechanics were $13.97 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $10.91 and $17.32. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.89, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $21.20. Median hourly earnings in 2002 in other motor vehicle dealers, the industry employing the largest number of motorboat mechanics, were $13.43. Median hourly earnings of outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics were $11.93 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $9.45 and $14.99. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $7.39, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $18.24. Median hourly earnings in 2002 in lawn and garden equipment and supplies stores, the industry employing the largest number of outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics, were $10.97. Small engine mechanics tend to receive few benefits in small shops, but those employed in larger shops often receive paid vacations, sick leave, and health insurance. Some employers also pay for work-related training and provide uniforms. More information on Small engine mechanics from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Small engine mechanics occupation Number of Small engine mechanics in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Small engine mechanics Working conditions for Small engine mechanics Significant points for Small engine mechanics Training requirements for Small engine mechanics Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |