5 Reasons Why You Should Take the Interview, Even if You Aren’t Sure About the Technician Job
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
How Much Online Research Do Automotive Technicians Do Before Applying for a Job?
We talk to many shops and when we ask what their biggest current challenge is right now the majority of them tell us it is hiring technicians. Unfortunately, what we most often find is that when you look at the shop’s web presence, including their website, Google Business Profile, Facebook
How to Protect Your Shop from Illegitimate Credit Card Chargebacks ft. Tyler Kattre, Wind River Financial
Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Tyler Kattre, President, Wind River Financial. Tyler breaks down everything a shop needs to know about illegitimate credit card chargebacks. He explains common frustrations, how to handle chargebacks, and documenting chargebacks. Watch the Full Episode Common
Webinar Recap: Attract More Technicians—Figure Out What Makes Your Shop Better Than the Rest
Didn’t have a chance to attend the webinar last week? We have the recording and everything you missed below. During the webinar, we discussed strategies for finding out what makes your shop unique, how to promote your shop's strengths, and best practices on attracting more technicians. Watch the Full Webinar
High Schools: Win $500 for Your Program — Post a Shop Talk Video on WrenchWay
We’re giving away $500 to one lucky high school who posts a School Zone video on WrenchWay Shop Talk by April 15, 2022. Be on the lookout for new chances to win every month. The industry wants to see what is going on in schools and what students are working
Building Equal Relationships Between Schools and Shops ft. John Gardner & Josh Ellis, Chipola College/Tech Garage
Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by John Gardner and Josh Ellis who are automotive instructors at Chipola College. You may also know them as the TV hosts of Tech Garage! During the episode, we discuss all the details behind their show and
Technician Spotlight Series: Trent M.
Location: Columbus, OH Experience: 6 Years Job Title: Automotive Technician Here at WrenchWay, we are always working to think of new and creative ways to share the knowledge, skill level, and hard work it takes to be an automotive technician. This is why we started our technicians spotlight series. These
Barriers of Entry to Becoming a Technician ft. Eric Villa, Diesel Garage Foundation
Episode Description In this week’s episode of Beyond the Wrench, we are joined by Eric Villa, CEO & Founder, Diesel Garage Foundation. Eric shares with us some of the biggest barriers he sees for young people looking to join this industry and become an automotive, collision, or diesel technician. Watch
6 Ways Top Shops Work with Schools and Students
If shops are waiting until graduation to reach out to schools, it’s already too late. Shops need to make it a priority to get involved as soon as possible, and continue building relationships and stay involved in schools. Ask schools what they need to make their program successful, and be
3 Step Process to Finding & Promoting What’s Unique About Your Shop
Often times when shops are asked what makes them unique, they answer with one of the following: “We pay competitively.” “We have a great reputation.” “We’ve got a great culture.” Those answers are great, but are honestly too generic to resonate with technicians. Technicians are hard to find, and those