dfreeman616 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 So today I went down and took 3 ASE tests and passed them all (Engine Repair, Engine Performance, and Auto Electrical). I've already been master certified through the state of Michigan for over 2 years, so now I'm plugging away at the ASE's. What's more, in a week and a half I'm starting a job at a different shop. I'll be working 5 days instead of 6, have benefits, and make roughly 25-30% more. Altogether, I'd say there's some good changes coming for my family and me. The 5 day thing is big, since we have 2 boys, one who's 3 and one who's 7 months. Not only that, but I might actually get some time to work on my Jeeps again :wrench: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 :jump: woo hoo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 :wrench: well done! :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasbulliwagen Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 When I was living in Michigan, I never understood why the state had a hand in licensing of mechanics. I went and got my autobody license at the time but still thought it was a money scam for the state. Anyways, congrats, and I too have three more ASE's to take to get master certified with Mazda. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfreeman616 Posted March 8, 2012 Author Share Posted March 8, 2012 So halfway through my first week, and I've almost made as much as a typical week at my old job. I'm on track to almost double my income. Think this was a good idea? Of course, I know my hours will go up and down, but as long as there's the work, I can push it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 doubling your income is generally a good thing :yes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakal Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 i love success stories. congrads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfreeman616 Posted March 9, 2012 Author Share Posted March 9, 2012 timing on the income change couldn't be better, too. my wire is looking to go back to school to get certified to be a teacher, so we're going to need every penny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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