Mentors have the power to positively influence a technician’s career and life. Mentors can help mentees increase their leadership skills, job satisfaction, and more. In fact, 97% of people with a mentor feel they are highly impactful and valuable (Sage.com). Having a mentor can be a very positive experience, but as a mentee, you must
Being a great technician doesn’t automatically make you a great mentor. To be a great mentor, it takes a special skill set not everyone can master. In this article, we’re going to share tips on how you could become a great technician mentor. Preparing To Be a Mentor Build Skills Just because a technician may
We recently wrote an article about how shop owners and managers can build stronger relationships with technicians. But, like every great relationship, it goes both ways. Managers and owners can’t be the only ones putting effort into building a relationship with their technicians. Technicians need to be putting in just as much effort. In this
This article is a part of a short ongoing series outlining interviewing tips for technicians. We sat down with Garrick Weaver, HR Director from Penn Power Group to get his professional insights on how technicians can make sure they’re asking the right questions in the interview to find the shop that’s the best fit for
*Image courtesy of Baierl Ford’s WrenchWay Top Shop page. It's challenging being the new technician in the shop. No one wants to be “that guy” or “that girl” in the shop. New technicians starting out are wondering what unspoken shop rules to follow in order to stay on the good side of their fellow technicians
Accepting a technician job and going for an interview are two very different things. Just because you go to an interview, act interested, and give it your full effort, it doesn’t mean you need to accept the job offer. In any career choice, it is always a good idea to accept and attend an interview,
A Visit to Northern Wisconsin—With a Different Purpose I recently traveled to the Northwoods of Wisconsin. If you’ve never been, I highly recommend making the trip, especially in the fall. The peaceful landscapes and winding roads usually offer a welcome escape. But this visit wasn’t for pleasure—it was a somber one. I drove to Antigo,
Thinking about a career as an automotive technician? If you're exploring career options and wondering whether the automotive industry is a good fit, becoming an automotive technician might be the perfect choice. It’s a hands-on, high-demand job ideal for people who love problem solving, working with their hands, and avoiding a desk-bound routine. In this
If you're a mechanic or automotive technician preparing for a job interview, it's not just about answering questions—it's about asking the right ones. Asking smart questions can help you learn more about the shop's culture, pay structure, workload, training, equipment, and career growth opportunities. In this guide, we've gathered 40+ important interview questions technicians should
When starting a career as an auto or diesel technician, you might gain a general sense of the field through YouTube videos, blogs, and podcasts. However, these resources only scratch the surface. With 79% of technicians having considered leaving the industry, it’s clear people who are interested in pursuing a career as a technician need
