Best Practices for Recruiting Technicians in 2024
The beginning months of the year are a prime time for technicians to look for new opportunities, whether for personal growth or career advancement. However, considering the ongoing technician shortage, hiring efforts have become a year-round focus for shops, not just a seasonal effort. So, no matter the time of
Best Tools to Equip New Technicians for Entry-Level Work
Whenever you’re starting to build your tool set for working on cars, it can be overwhelming to look at all the options. There are all different kinds of tools and they don’t all have an automotive label on them for easy identification. If you’re a new technician just starting out
Jon Belmonte, CEO, AutoVitals
Technician efficiency and productivity are crucial factors in maximizing your shop's profitability. In this episode, we discuss the impact new technology can have on shops, exploring how it can simplify technicians' tasks, improve customer retention, and ultimately boost revenue. Watch the Full Episode <span; Show Notes About Our Guest Jon
Celebrating Career & Technical Education (CTE): Importance & Impact on Automotive and Diesel Careers
Every February marks Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, where we celebrate and raise awareness for CTE programs across the country dedicated to preparing students for the workforce. There is a lot that goes into preparing the future of the workforce and it is no easy task. CTE programs play
Airbags Spark New Relationship Between Metro Ford of Madison and Jefferson High School on WrenchWay
Many automotive and CTE instructors across the country are dealing with budget cuts and underfunded programs. Without the funding to keep up with the quickly evolving automotive industry, instructors struggle to attract students to their program and properly educate students who are interested in the industry. Facing the high demand
Matthew Donovan & Craig Misak, SocketTime
Is the automotive industry still the only industry that uses faxes? Let’s talk about shop management, scheduling, and improving your shop’s efficiency! In this episode, we'll explore the unique SocketTime software and how it helps shops maximize every technician’s day and every hour, while still allowing flexible scheduling for technicians.
2024 Technician & Mechanic Stats: Job Satisfaction, Pay, & More + Infographic
To stay competitive during the technician shortage, recruiters and shop managers need to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights in regards to technician recruiting. We’ve made it real easy for you by compiling 39 compelling stats that we gathered from our latest Voice of Technician Survey and WrenchWay
Dr. Thomas Litzinger & James O’Dell, Northwood University
From automotive management to accounting, discover the diverse programs available at Northwood University and what sets them apart from the rest. Northwood gets its students involved with the industry by allowing them to run their annual international auto show, work with local shops, and more, allowing them to apply the
Aleck Brownstein, Regional VP, Volvo Car USA
Learn the importance of valuing your technicians, discover effective strategies on how to transition out of flat rate, and explore ways the auto industry can improve technicians’ career paths. Immerse yourself in Aleck's passion for the automotive industry in this week's episode! Watch the Full Episode <span; Show Notes About
Jim Phillips, Principal, Training Team USA
Born and raised in a dealership, Jim’s evolving passion for the automotive industry has blossomed into key advice on what it takes to create a great shop. From the importance of evaluating financial statements to the process of rebuilding dealerships in crisis, Jim breaks down his expertise in this week’s