Local Engine Shop Sees Job Growth

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, or BLS, projects that the need for car mechanics will grow 17% in the next decade and a local Hesperia repair shop is already seeing those effects.

Hesperia, CA (prHWY.com) June 24, 2012 - T&R Machine and Auto Sees a Growing Need for Specialists

16630 Spruce St., Hesperia, CA 92345 -- automotive mechanics are among the most highly-trained individuals in the job market. The Bureau of Labor Statistics, or BLS, projects that the need for car mechanics will grow 17% in the next decade and a local Hesperia repair shop is already seeing those effects. The owner of T&R Machine and Auto consistently has maintenance and overhaul work waiting for him but has a hard time finding enough motivated mechanics. His Southern California shop is not like any other in the High Desert. T&R specializes in jobs most other shops would turn away. They concentrate in engine removal, repair, reinstallation, valve jobs, engine timing, and other complex work that requires intense focus and knowledge.

Many auto repair shops have a turn-and-burn mentality. In other words, they pretty much do the routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake jobs. T&R, on the other hand, offers a deeper level of repair. Very often, their customers have to decide to either rebuild their engines, buy new ones, or buy new cars. This is some heavy fixing! T&R also sees a higher level of specialization as auto repair becomes more complicated. When a car or truck is brought in to the shop, the customer usually has no idea what the problem may be. Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical troubles is a highly sought-after skill set.

However, just knowing the problem is only half of the battle. Many cars that are brought to T&R are older and the parts are no longer available. A specialization in on-site machining and part manufacturing is what differentiates this shop from most other Victor Valley auto places. This kind of repair takes a high degree of precision and many candidates just do not have that kind of experience. Even in this economy, there are many great jobs to be taken, but they require a higher level of specialization.

T&R Machine and Auto in Hesperia offers a full range of engine repair and rebuilding services including overhaul and head work. They also offer high-performance modifications such as boring, cylinder and compression work, and clutch replacement. Some of T&R's customers are gear heads that want to take their cars' performance to the next level.

This shop is not a one-trick pony outfit and engines are not the only thing T&R does. This shop also handles repairing and overhauling transmissions. These can involve high-performance or simple transmission repairs. This type of environment can discourage many would-be technicians, but others see it as an opportunity to rise to the occasion.

The BLS not only shows that these jobs will grow over the next ten years, but that they tend to bring in a decent paycheck as well. Run-of-the-mill auto techs average about $17 per hour, but highly-skilled engine and transmission specialists can command much higher pay. The main takeaway from all this is that even in this uncertain economy and even in the High Desert, there are great jobs out there. "Auto careers these days," say the pros at T&R, "involve a higher level of specialization and mechanical complexity." After all, cars and trucks are not becoming any less complicated.

Contact: Robert
Phone: 760-244-7775

Visit us at: http://www.highdesertengine.com

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Tag Words: engine rebuilding, vehicle maintenance, automotive repair

Categories: Automotive

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