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Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

AutoShopOwner

By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - My roots in the automotive industry go back to the 1970s working in a small 2-bay auto repair shop. As a young technician, my goal was to attain the status of master-level. That meant that I was expected to repair or service nearly anything that rolled into my work bay.

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Seven Ways to Attract Top-Notch Auto Repair Technicians

Solera

Yes, there is a shortage of qualified auto repair mechanics, and it’s only going to get worse. In fact, business savvy repair shop owners and managers are using the tech shortage to their advantage. Need some inspiration, check out some auto repair shop websites that are making their mark in the industry.

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NAPA Recognizes April Mentorship Award Candidates

Tomorrow's Technician

Back then, there were a couple programs which connected students with a dealer sponsor, but the aftermarket didn’t have the same level of support for aspiring technicians when it came to navigating a path for getting the training and education required for a career in auto repair. Chip and Megan Broemmer, with Bella.

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How Joe’s Garage will be expanding at AAPEX

Auto Service World

ASE has also highlighted specific sessions within the AAPEX training schedule to assist attendees in preparing for ASE certifications. More than 100 technical and business management training opportunities will be available.

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NAPA Recognizes April Mentorship Award Candidates

Brake & Front End

Back then, there were a couple programs which connected students with a dealer sponsor, but the aftermarket didn’t have the same level of support for aspiring technicians when it came to navigating a path for getting the training and education required for a career in auto repair. Chip and Megan Broemmer, with Bella.

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NAPA Issues Call for the Next Generation of Technicians

Tomorrow's Technician

This program helps participants complete their ASE certifications over 18 to 24 months. Recently, NAPA, in partnership with Women in Auto Care, awarded 20 toolkits to female students interested in the auto care industry.

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Mountain View Imports is Bend, Oregon’s Best European and Asian Auto Repair Services

Repair Shop Websites

They value specialization and many of their mechanics boast an ASE certification. The post Mountain View Imports is Bend, Oregon’s Best European and Asian Auto Repair Services appeared first on Repair Shop Websites.