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Labor Rates

I have been operating a independent forklift repair business in the state of Georgia for a few years and the differences of the labor rates with my competitors always seemed to surprise me. I know it depends on the region, the size and what the company has to offer....I don't want to be to greedy, but at the same time. I would like to increase. Any information would be appreciated. What are the rates in your area? Thanks!
  • Posted 22 Jan 2015 07:57
  • By MJC1968
  • joined 22 Jan'15 - 1 message
  • Georgia, United States
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MJC 1968- an email in your profile would be helpful.
  • Posted 3 May 2016 00:42
  • By bbforks
  • joined 1 Mar'12 - 1,437 messages
  • Pennsylvania, United States
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Labor rates also depends on one more thing that is the minimum wage for labors written in agreement. In France, there is convention collective agreement for employee and employer which describes minimum salary and working hours for labor. You can check out for your area code. Read more about these agreements at convention-collective-metallurgie.fr
  • Posted 5 Nov 2015 18:00
  • By doris_s
  • joined 5 Nov'15 - 1 message
  • Maryland, United States
In most cases, Your door rate means little to the customer. It's the all in, final price after taxes. Some lower rate dealers simply add more hours to the bill. It's your ability to repair, diagnose and be there when they call. They need your expertise, competence and trust. If your customers are happy with your service, Raise your rate as needed.
  • Posted 26 Jan 2015 05:09
  • Modified 26 Jan 2015 05:10 by poster
  • By EasiTek
  • joined 12 Aug'08 - 533 messages
  • Ontario, Canada
OEM dealers in this area are all about the same labor rate, independents about 70-80% of that, I think.
  • Posted 22 Jan 2015 11:42
  • By mrfixit
  • joined 11 Dec'08 - 1,434 messages
  • New York, United States

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