I am not sure how many people are aware, but car mechanics often have to buy their own set of tools. Here is a good article on the topic as I was curious how this came to be the case.
As you know, most aftermarket technicians in the U.S. supply their own toolboxes and tools, at least when it comes to things like sockets, screwdrivers, hammers, basic power tools, and a couple of specialty tools. Then, of course, the shop supplies the big stuff such as lifts, diagnostic equipment and most specialty tools. At a dealership, the dealer is most likely supplying all the specialty tools, flush equipment, A/C machines, brake fluid service machines and things like that and, of course, they’re required to provide personal protective equipment.
https://www.techshopmag.com/humble-mechanic-should-technicians-have-to-buy-their-own-tools/