My thoughts on this are pretty much inline with everyone else that has posted previously. The younger generation has the attitude that they are entitled to everything. They do not want to work hard, but they want to be paid better than managment! I also find that most of the younger " entitled " generation do have an interest in this industry, however most high schools have eliminated or downgraded auto, woodworking, metal, and drafting classes. They have not been exposed to this type of work like we were when we went thru school. Oh ya and to answer the question - average age we see is approximatly 45-55