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Automotive technicians are one of the most in-demand workers dealerships need, but it’s only gotten harder and harder to source these revenue-driving employees in a tight labor market. Hireology and WrenchWay are here to help! Download our latest guide, Attracting and Hiring Top Technician Talent, that relies on industry data and trends to help dealerships develop an intentional approach to automotive technician hiring that empowers better decisions and bottom lines here: https://hireolo.gy/4aQhJ59

🛠️ Attract Top Auto Technicians with the Perfect Job Description! 🛠️ Creating a compelling job description is key to hiring the best. Check out our latest blog post: "6 Tips to Write the Perfect Auto Technician Job Description" ✍️ 📋 Learn how to highlight essential skills and qualifications 🧩 Understand what details make your listing stand out 🚀 Boost your hiring success 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3VXvudu #AutoRepair #HiringTips #JobDescription #AutoTechnicians #RepairPal

Technician recruiting is wild these days…. Used to it was good enough to promise loads of work, give a great pay plan, provide structure, and a good environment. Technicians would show up and show out! They felt appreciated because of all the above. It was a beautiful thing! Technicians understood it was a two way relationship of give and take on both sides. Now, it’s… “Give me all the money before I show you what I can do” “It better be a guarantee” “I want $25 more per hour than the market” “Don’t require me to hit a goal of any sort” “Don’t expect me to accept responsibility or respond well to accountability of any sort” “I’ll work on my terms, not in the best interest of the customer or the dealership” I know that technicians have not been favored well through the years but man, it sure makes it hard for us guys out there trying to do the right things. The industry has certainly complicated things when it comes to recruiting. “Love people more than you love cars” ASOTU | More Than Cars ✅ Hire Properly ✅ Train Passionately ✅ Lead Perpetually #servicemanagement #servicedepartment #leadservant #thisiswhatwedo #hireproperly #trainpassionately #leadperpetually #automotiveindustry #fixedops #thisishowwedoit #lovepeoplemore #guestexperience

The poll has come to an end and the results are in!📊 Here are a few reasons why the question asked matters: 1️⃣ Clarity for Both Parties: Establishing a clear initial contract duration ensures that both parties understand the commitment from the get-go. It's the foundation for a transparent and mutually beneficial partnership. 2️⃣ Career Planning: For vehicle technicians, knowing the initial contract duration is vital for career planning. It allows them to make informed decisions about their professional trajectory, growth, and development. 3️⃣ Industry Standards: Exploring this question helps us understand the current industry standards. Are short-term contracts becoming more prevalent? Or is there a trend towards longer-term commitments? Let's kick off a discussion! 🚀 What are your thoughts on the initial duration of contracts for vehicle technicians? Have you encountered any challenges or found innovative solutions in your experience? If you are looking for a role as a vehicle technician or looking for a vehicle technician to support your workshop - call me on 07759 124256 or email me ellie.mcguinness@venatu.co.uk #AutomotiveIndustry #Contracting #VehicleTechnicians #CareerDevelopment #IndustryInsights

🔧🚗 The Importance of Vehicle Technicians 🚗🔧 In a world constantly on the move, vehicle technicians are the quiet champions ensuring our cars keep rolling, our journeys remain safe, and our lives stay connected. They are the heartbeat of the automotive industry. 💓 As a recruiter, I'm privileged to work with these dedicated professionals who possess an incredible blend of technical expertise and problem-solving skills. They keep our vehicles running smoothly, whether it's a routine service or tackling complex issues. 🛠️ Vehicle technicians are the first responders when our vehicles need care. They are the diagnostic wizards, the skilled hands behind the scenes, and the ones who make sure we reach our destinations with confidence. 🚙 Their expertise isn't just about fixing engines; it's about keeping our lives in motion. Their work directly impacts our daily routines, our livelihoods, and the world's transportation infrastructure. 🌍 So, let's take a moment to appreciate the indispensable role that vehicle technicians play in our lives. They ensure our safety, reliability, and peace of mind on the road. 🙌 If you're a vehicle technician, I salute you for your dedication and skill. And if you're an employer looking for top-notch talent in the automotive industry, remember that these professionals are the key to your success. 🌟 Let's continue to support and recognize the importance of vehicle technicians. They are the driving force behind our mobility and progress. 🏁 #VehicleTechnicians #AutomotiveIndustry #TechnicalExperts #MobilityMatters

In the UK, a new report from the The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) shows that the automotive aftermarket continues to face multiple challenges when it comes to filling staff vacancies. The IMI believes the shift in automotive technology – EVs and ADAS - has intensified the challenges faced by the sector, with 52% of job postings in January 2024 seeking Vehicle Technicians, Mechanics, and Electricians. Steve Nash, CEO at the IMI said: "The gap between vacancies in automotive and all other UK sectors highlights the multitude of unique and ongoing challenges we face. With our sector currently facing around 23,000 vacancies, it’s critical that everything is done to encourage more job seekers to consider a role in automotive".

⚡When I worked for Van Horn Automotive Group, one thing was clear. The marketing department rarely suffered from a lack of creativity. This year, tasked with recruiting the highly valued auto tech, this commercial was the first one out of the can. Not only does Matt Stone 💻🎨 make his acting debut, but he gets to put the waders on at the same time. 😎 Anyone in automotive knows that recruiting and retaining auto techs is not easy, but that part is handled by someone else. Creating awareness, excitement and curiosity through messaging is for the marketing people. It's a pretty good message. 🎉 Putting all the marketing minds together and working with great crews like 3barn, make cool things happen. Can't wait to see the next one. #vanhornautos #marketing #automotive #recruiting

What is work? There is a truth where living is not free. Do you work for a paycheck or is it something you enjoy arriving everyday? I used to be a fleet technician for a construction company. I can’t say I loved the position or hated it. To be honest, I didn’t have the greatest boss. My passion for automotive mechanical slipped. I hated my job and that reflected me as a person. My wife saw that I needed a change, and did she put me in the right direction. I started being a calibration technician for a bio pharmaceutical company. The pay was better but I was also starting to feel at home. Before the transition, this company was known as Masy BioServices. Without details of my personal life, this company saved me. I was happy with my job. If I am going to be honest, there is a time I hit the unhappy spot again. And by all means, it was not the company. It was a hidden message that I needed change. I love metrology but I did not want to travel anymore. This is where I found a position at Bristol Myers Squibb. This is a place I call my second home. If you have read this far into the post, it’s not always about the money. The past 3 positions I listed, i made stupid money to easily live off of if I stayed. The moral is that you need to find a place where you are happy. If you are happy with your job, the company will strive. Good emotions=execution of work. Zero slack, zero “I don’t want to do this”. You need to grind and work hard for you want in life. A company where you are happy, is worth every single second of happiness.

Did you know that there are approximately 56,000 unfilled technician positions in the US? According to recent reports, the auto tech shortage is driving revenue loss and hurting service capacity. Dealerships currently have an average of three technician openings at any given time. Consider this: assuming an 85% productivity rate and 20 working days in a month, each technician job opening results in lost parts and service revenue of more than $60,000 per month. That means three openings represent more than $180,000 in lost revenue monthly! It's time to address this issue and find solutions to fill these critical positions. Work with Source to ensure success when hiring! #AutoTech #AutomotiveIndustry #TechnicianShortage #RevenueLoss #ServiceCapacity #sourcerg Mike Ryall Wayne Smith Robert "Robby" Villanueba Nate Sprague

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