A small engine mechanic is a very versatile worker, since his work may vary a lot, he can repair from motorcycle parts to little outboard boat engines and power equipment as chain saws.
As you can see you need a very open view of many things, I recommend you to read this article on the US department of labor site http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos198.htm
A small engine mechanic earns about $1000 in a month. The location of the service center can also affect the amount he makes, because there are high end and low end clients.
He probably had that engine laying around and wanted to charge you for an engine, he did not do the job right so take him to small claims if he doesn't fix problem. If he fixes it take it to another mechanic and have them do an inspection to see if he half-a$$ed anything else
The mechanic did my car's engine for free.
The first skill to being a mechanic is to know cars. basic skills are changing a tire, changing the oil, then you can move on to tune ups, reading check engine codes.
In one weekend by a backyard mechanic or small shop ... NO.With a lot of time/money and chopping the engine bay down to nothing ... YES.
Gottlieb Daimler :)
There are numerous online sites that offer information on how to become an auto mechanic. Follow this link for an informative acticle on how to become an auto mechanic: http://www.ehow.com/how_5134_become-auto-mechanic.html
There are separate institutions where you can become an auto mechanic for NASCAR. The NASCAR Technical Institute is where you can go to become a NASCAR mechanic.
This field needs a hands on approach so you should source for a course locally. This site gives a good list of such courses http://education-portal.com/articles/List_of_Free_Small_Engine_Repair_Courses.html. Good luck!
to become a mechanic you must go to school first. and do your work tell 3 oclock
Take it to a mechanic.
An auto mechanic repairs cars. Usually the drive-train, brakes, and engine.