Okay, let’s tackle this. So Patrick has 17 years of experience as a press operator, which is a specialized role. His education in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is relevant to this field. Skills like Microsoft Office and public speaking are in demand for this role. Location is Temple, Pennsylvania, which is a smaller market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, press operators in the US can earn around $35,000-$50,000 per year, with median salary around $40,000. Considering his experience, I’ll estimate his hourly rate to be around $20-$30. However, since he has some college education, I'll round up to $25, but considering the specific skills and the fact that he's been doing this for 17 years, I'll adjust it to $45 per hour.