[ficke]

Right on Jeff!
Having the pick of the best mechanics in your area because you pay and treat them the best.
You will have good retention of trusted help with less 'comebacks' on their work. Customers who do not get damaged cars because the help really cares, etc.

I am in construction now and have never had problems getting help to finish projects on time and under budget. Even in the frothy days before 2007.
In those times I would hear frequently "I can not find good --------(carpenters, masons, etc.)"
I would correct them and say you mean "you can not find good carpenter for what I am willing to pay)
One of my first jobs was as a mechanic at a shop where the owner was like Jeff, he taught me at a young age how important his employees are, I have never forgot and I have never had the trouble so many of my friends have with their help.