TOP 5 TIPS TO BECOMING A BETTER MECHANIC (NEW TECHS MUST WATCH!)
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I really enjoyed this, this is why I love RUclips just an awesome give and take! I appreciate the shoutout man 👍👍👍
No problem man! Good info, especially for new techs coming into the industry is indispensable!
Before starting any repair, look up possible service bulletins, torque specs for the task at hand….
Work clean and organized.
Try to set the standard in your shop at what ever level you’re at. Even if you’re entry level, be the best entry level guy there.
“Don’t follow techs that have the biggest nice tools” he has a big ass snap on toolbox behind him😂😂💀
The dumbest advice ever given.
It’s the typical do as I say not as I do
Might not be his might be shop’s property
Great video.I have seen diesel fuel injection in the 70s go from mechanical, to common rail .keep up or get passed up. Getting started in any job,be early instead of one minute late. Thanks for your time.
I also agree with most of the young people coming into this industry having no drive. I made my career choice later than most being 27 before going back to school for automotive. Most of the kids at my college were still in highschool and had no desire to work. Most ended up in a totally different line of work because they did not want to put in the effort to learn how a vehicle works or how to diagnose and fix it. I love what i do now (GM Tech), and i am always annoying the service writers trying to get as many jobs as i can lol. If you work hard and never quit trying to learn new things and continue your training, you can go far in this industry and make a good living.
This is exactly the attitude you have to have going into this industry!!
Did you do the gm program? If so what was it like? I attempted to do the multiple brand program (asep) while I was working at a BMW dealer and I got so caught up in just working I didn't want to make time for school and dropped which down the road hurt me because I still lacked the necessary skill and confidence to progress. Meaning I stuck doing the same jobs I knew how and rarely tried harder jobs like oil pan gaskets, not knowing functionalities of air ride suspension all that good stuff. I believe I enjoy working on cars I just struggle to find a middle ground with the field. Either I bust ass and get paid on jobs I can do or attempt the new job and waste my week and get paid squat, even if I did a good job and got the car up and running. Which sucks considering it's not too rewarding .
@@aaronc.3623 I totally know what you mean. I got my associates degree in automotive at my local community college, so it was a general info course. I did learn a lot of the basics from there, but honestly I have learned so much more from my job. I'll be honest, flat rate sucks when you just start out or try a new job the first time. But you just have to jump in and do it and learn shortcuts. You will loose your ass on some jobs, especially warranty if at a dealership, but once you do that job once or twice you will make money on the rest. I only have 3 years experience at my job and rarely make less than 40 hours in a week. Maybe 1 or 2 weeks a year when its slow in the winter lol. Never quit trying and learning new things and you will go far!
I'm in the same boat and my career path is optimistic but highly cautious which is now being an auto mechanic myself. Went through at least 4 different choices, both in and out of university studies. Tried my hand, and failed them since I graduated high school and it wasn't until I was 23 to start going to a community college for learning the trade of repairing cars and while I'm enjoying it so far, I'm worried about burning out while at the same time, trying to push myself to watch, learn, and practice to improve as a mechanic before my health insurance premiums kick into my finances haha 💀
And let's be honest even with some places or alot of places guys will talk shit people need tough skin
Great advice 👏
I did 24 years in a GM dealership and now instruct new techs.
Very good points 👊
What training center?
I wrote all your tips down that you said. I'm in MECHANIC school now and I'm loving it. I want to be an ASE CERTIFIED MECHANIC. THANKS FOR YOUR ADVISE.
hows school?
Great Advice! I work in the Aviation Maintenance field, and this is great information to help people to be successful in lots of different career fields. Thanks
19 here. Just got out of WyoTech been working about 3 months first real job. Just my two cents but the tool truck guys feel like predators and they don’t even hide it.
Thanks for these videos, I'm excited to be going into the Cap program here in Texas.
I’m working @ a tire shop entry level. I just want to be respected for my work. Thank you for the vid man.
I felt like I was getting talked to by my dad there at the end you really hit me with the integrity thing I’ve gone several years of lacking in integrity and this is really a great message !
Great Video and great tips! I am showing this video to my high school Automotive Technology classes during our Automotive Careers lessons.
You half to have self drive and be ambitious and consistently hungry in this field some ppl just look at it as a gig but for the ones who are passionate about what they do are the individuals who shine the most what is natural Instinct to some maybe be a struggle to others for the individuals who are consistent perform well naturally in Comparison to others who have one foot in one foot out ...Great Video @rustbeltmechanic I totally agree with what you are explaining
I love how you said that because everyone says I’m crazy spending all this money on my truck. Or even some other folks cars just so I can learn as many tiff types of vehicle
As a new gst I appreciate the wisdom thank u
I really love the integrity thing. I’m a 20 year season vet technician, and most of these new techs coming into the shop have zero integrity. Me and one other technician are the only seasoned techs in the shop the rest are youngsters fresh in the industry and they don’t even clean their bays before they leave. But another point I would like to add to the other technicians out there us old farts sometimes seem that were coming off a little bit grouchy or abrasive is because we we have seen a lot of new entry-level techs come and go they borrow tools they break tools they lose tools disrespectful some are great but just know that we have been through the ringer with bad techs so be patient with us as well
I Agree on all he said. Thank you very much. This is a Good Video for students and trainees.
Nice video buddy and great advice for any new tech.
Amazing video! I really needed these tips.
Being the "Working" Shop Foreman of a chevrolet dealership I completely agree about being neat and clean knowing how and with/where the tools are to be used. Not getting into debt from jump street is the key to being able to focus on work instead of hours. Integrity is the key to success in this field.
This is really good advice for motivation and determination and being dedicated to the automotive industry although I think people have their own path and don’t necessarily have to come from the mud to prove something, or having to start at a certain age to be something, that’s why we chase our dreams and not somebody else’s. Work smarter not harder.
Thanks for the advice. I am starting classes soon. I am changing careers to better support my family.
I am a fairly new (6 months) GM Tech and I agree with everything in this video! You really hit the nail on the head here!
You nailed it. Very good video.
Thanks a lot for this video, I just turned 18 and I will be going to school to become a Toyota certified mechanic.
Good tips and advice Kyle good video
I'm honestly thinking of getting into diesel side, but I was talking to former automotive mechanic who left the field to become a hvac tech and he told me to avoid doing automotive, he said until dealers actually start paying more and get off flat rate, it isn't worth it, and honestly I can't blame him, looking at field now it's crazy anyone want to be a mechanic with awful pay.
i did an interview after applying for a local mechanic school a few days ago, i have a bit of testing to do before im on the actual list though. really hoping I get in, this is a big opportunity for me
Thanks bro. You did well.
Thank you bro you realy helped me
Great advice thanks
I need all the tools like this guy has
Preach it brother!
Even tho its 2 years ago, speaking volumes for me ATM gotta trust that gut , shot bro
As being a mopar tech this is awesome advise I’m fairly new to the tech life as I am going to trade school for another career, but while i love working on cars would you happen to have any tips on how to get better at diagnostics and finding root causes of issues
What about the guy who has a *Bucket-O-Tools that cost $9.99 and he knows everything.* Also, he has painted set of cardboard boxes that is his 'roll cab'.
Great video bro
Great vid
id like to add. do just look at problems straight on. look from angles to see if something causes the 'issue before there was an issues. i can check layouts and deduce alot in under 5 minutes. sometimes its a simple as a zip tie if the majic spot to prevent wires touching or leak locations or tie and make it sharp before finish.
Here in the SF Bay Area there is massive demand for mechanics. You're #5 is spot on. Because of the shortage of mechanics in my area there are charlatans that say they are mechanics just to take your money. You have to have passion and strive for excellence. Not ranty at all. It's all valid. Every point is valid. Just a quick pointer for training. The US Navy provides training and OJT and be it jets, helos, power plants, gas turbines you name it all for free! You'll give up some of your youth, but if you become an EM or other Highly skilled wrench turner with solid trouble shooting fundamentals you'll end up making more money than you ever dreamed. Three years after I got out I landed a job repairing gantry cranes for the port of Oakland. The work is hard and it's demanding, occasionally dangerous, but the money is insane. I mean 180K starting. But you have to have your stuff in one sock or you'll get yourself killed. I know, it's the military and there is discipline. Being a good mechanic takes just those qualities.
Been on my mechanic apprenticeship for about 2 months and the only complaint I've gotten is that I move awkward
Thanks
I enjoyed this shoutout so so much 🥰🥰
Thanks for your advise. One dilemma I have been having for a long time. I’m still in my trade school. I’ll be done mid next year. As freshmen technician where should I start my career and gain experience. Should I start in a dealership or workshop. I want to gain as much as experience as I can. Keep my self updated the industry. But I have zero idea on where start after completing my trade school course. I really wished I had a mentor to guide through this
Bro ur hoodie is dope !! The dude from the tool car gave it to u or ??
Where do you get training on the newer vehicles? In my shop they offer no reasoning on nothing. I am learning through RUclips and an old college book. Other than that as a diag comes in I have no idea what I’m doing and learning as I go. Is this the best way? Right now I feel slow and not making the shop productive because I’m not shadowing a master tech
I GOT MY DAD 2007 TAHOE LTZ IT HAS 237,120 MILES NOW THE TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS NEVER CHANGE SINCE 164,325 MILES DO YOU RECOMMEND CHAINGING IT NOW?
Being in shape also goes a long way, climbing, lifting heavy objects, kneeling, laying down in awkward positions can be physically demanding. Some mechanics are total out of shape who have a very low output.
How do you recommend getting training on the latest greatest gizmos if your in an independent shop setting, I know we as a shop seem like we're always about 3-5 years behind because people run through there warranty and find cheaper places to get service then.
There are still tons of online and regional training seminars. Many of the ones on scoping and advanced diag are really great.
Parts stores like Napa have classes.
Hey I’m a tech who’s almost going to start flat rate soon. and as working as a techs helper i remember my first time seeing our tool room. first two thoughts i got were this place is going to make me money, and i can’t find shit in here. I was wondering if you have any tips on dealing with a tool room clutter or even tips on organizing it. i was thinking maybe i can go in saturday’s when i’m off and try to organize like a shelf at a time and i’d want tips on a system or tricks that can make it easier to do so. I want to be as efficient as possible and i think things like this can help me get past the growing pains of going from hourly to flat rate any advice is helpful thanks
You can only do the “Saturday at a time” thing if there is a hard storage/organization system already in place. If not then you have to start from scratch and doing it little by little won’t do much. I put literally everything into a google drive and made a custom form for entering in each tool and their location.
Great stuff 👍 CAP graduate as well Cerritos College Cerritos, CA
Julio Valtierra CAP GANG 😎
I am from the Philippines I've been watching your videos, I hope I can work with you as your assistant.
Hey bro i got a question man. I think one thing that we can all agree on for technicians is continued training. However what do you recommend if you work in a shop that doesnt offer that. Right now i am a gst thats new to the industry and im looking for some training to do other than going to a tech school. Thanks
Good question... I always say go look for things like my buddy Grant Swaim is doing over at Gearhead School.... go check this one out and lemme know what you think...
gearhead.school
Advice to new mechanics, get a job in the fleet world. No flatrate, no rushing, no stress and a lot easier on your body. Less tools needed, A steady paycheck with overtime and a lot better benefits than what a dealership or mom and pop shop can offer.
Why is junk from works video private?
Is this a skill that can be learned if no background or is it kinda you have it or you don’t type of thing ?
It's like any field, some just have a knack for it and others work their asses off to get good at it. It just really depends on your willingness. Trust, there will be days where you will feel like you're not good at it, but this is something you can only get better through experience.
im 15 and in a week i start my job in the shop
I'm a 24yr old mechanic and sometimes I can't get the job done so I have to call expert or back up. Or sometimes I don't have the right tools so I need to purchase all the tools I need
I work as a trailer mechanic for semi trucks and I definitely have that feeling of getting the job done right the first time but I've been dealing with the boss telling me to not worry about this or that and let it go out the door and I don't feel good about that...s cams that are loose and clunk around? Just grease the hell out of them... air springs starting to fray? Unless you hear them leaking or cords showing let it go and things like that... Am I just over thinking that stuff or is that legitimately something that can be held off...I have to sign my name on the dot inspection and I don't feel good about something going out that isn't 100... But I don't want to lose my job or co workers think I'm falling behind because I'm taking longer doing things right instead of good enough
That’s where my advice is to not be a follower. You’ll have to live with yourself in that “1 in a million” circumstance where something goes wrong after you complete a service.
I started out as a trailer mechanic and then I graduated kindergarten and moved over to the truck side, I laugh at the guys checking in trailers everyday, use your brain and learn you dont want to working on a trailer the rest of your life, once you do airbags on them everyday you will understand and say holy shit sucks I shouldn't be working this hard for less pay
Not hating on you I did it to but get out of there as soon as you can and work on an actual truck, we go through trailer mechanics like crazy because you could literally train a chimp to do it
I want to say this here as a fresh out of school tech. I had the desire to learn, take advice, and work to the best of my ability but after doing everything I could to be better and trying to learn, places sometimes just don't want to train you. It sucks and makes me not want to work because the system is fucked to the point where they need younger guys but don't want to train them so they don't hire them or they fire them. They expect more out of you than you can give and make you feel like crap for not being up to their standards after 0 training or break in period.
And thats the killer for new guys. I got treated like crap at my first job and then my second one they just did nothing to make me feel like I was my own technician and I am slowly losing my drive to be a tech.
I remember you picking up cars from the GM dealership I was at for 7 years
Back in the day of Rick James 😂
@@RustbeltMechanic no more recent than that. I haven't worked in piqua since 2004. I was at arbos
Jon Burke hmm I’ve only ever been into arbos like once. I actually got hired on there when I was gonna do the ASEP program but they ended up turning me away just before I was supposed to start
It was definitely you unless you have a guy at work that looks a lot like you. It sucks they did that to you but I wouldn't sweat it. They are turning into a grismer
I'm 27. Started doing my first ever mechanic type job a year ago.
My co-workers, who most of them have been doing mechanic stuff most of their lives, and even some that haven't, have *magical fvcking hands.*
They get tasks done in an hour that would take me 4 hours to do.
I can't figure it out.
I can't work as fast as them. And I'm afraid it's going to get me into trouble, as I'll probably be percieved as "not pulling my weight" even though I'm been trying and trying my BEST to.
I can't figure out how to get those magical hands....and It's driving me insane.
Experience comes with time, you will get those magic hands if you keep working on vehicles every day.
How are you doing now man? Are you doing mechanic jobs like tune ups etc or like an oil change tire tech? Right now I'm on month 8 of being a General Service Tech (oil change and tires.)
@@MattyIceBJJ yo bro can u give me tips on how to become a better mechanic I just got ase certified and should I go work for a small job? Got a call from Toyota but working in construction good money but I don’t like what I do I just like cars and want to be better than everyone
Right now I’m just 16 turning 17
@@perc1663 I'm in the same boat as you bro, I just turned 19. My best tip is to take that job right now, for any company at least. Toyota is a great brand to work for but I'd be so annoyed doing oil changes on Toyota's all day because of their filters, lol.
You're 16 and already ASE certified? That's great bro. I still have to work another year before I'm allowed to take my tests for it bc of the 2 year experience requirement. Take the job, learn everything you can. Stick to the master mechanics ass. Be dedicated to what you do man.
@@MattyIceBJJ I’m just working for summer job I get payed 1k a week but it’s boring what I’m doing right now so your saying I should go to a shop? but ye I’m in a advanced school thats focused on automotive and also lets me take ase test for free
amen brother! a couple things to add.... fixed right the first time is super important and crucial to your success and the dealerships success. secondly, please please please! learn to use your dvom! the better you are with that the the more money you will make and the more respect you will have with co worker and your boss. with today's vehicles becoming more electronic the more you WILL need to diag with your meter! lastly, for the hourly techs... use your time wisely and sponge up everything you can. dont dick around playing grab ass and candy crush. for the newly flat rate. dont worry so.much about the job time, just fix it right and try to be as efficient as you can. you WILL get faster as you do more jobs and repetition of jobs. longer time flat rate techs, don't settle for hours. tou should push yourself for more and try to better yourself every week. got 40 last week?.... try to get 45-50, 50? try to push for 60. and so on. even when I'm triple digits I always want more, it's never good enough. it will make you a better more efficient technician. I mean push yourself and not cheat your way through and be a scumbag. 17 years of experience talking, multiple master tech. good luck guys!
also never think you know it all. you dont! keep learning and expanding on your craft. good/great techs dont know it all and learn (want to learn) new things everyday. be humble and keep an open mind
All fantastic points man👍🏻
I need advice for a older tech Im 38 and I still want to do this I’m done with kids so I have nothing in the way but I’m afraid I’m to old to start.
Have a look over at Captain Rons Channel (Master Apprentice) he started into the industry at 36🤷♂️
I'm 34 and just started it's not too late I seen 50 yr Olds making great hrs
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lead the way or get left behind
I want to be a technician so I can make my woody a voice box
They’re lack of work ethic is my gain!
I thought it said "bitter mechanic
that come naturally in about year 7 or 8 in the trade
As a tech ive seen with this new generation coming is that they think this is a 8-5 job and for the most part they have no drive what so ever.....
Tldr
Today kids have never put their life on the line lol in the play ground! Soft is the understatement lol
Ok boomer
@@jamesdipsticktaylor1618 I am not a boomer lol! I am almost 50 and have lived a life that alot of people would never know.
@@maxvolovich9407 cool
Know ur tools and buy quality tools. Cheap tools slip and cause problems
First
Just LS swap everything to make your life a lot better and easier:)
This field sucks, its inconsistent pay, service advisors don’t charge customers properly. You need to learn so much to fix so many types of problems just to repair cars for free under warranty at the dealer. The slow season will offset the hard work during the busy season. Too many factors outside your control affect your productivity. I regret this past decade in this field. I should’ve done nursing or computer science in college.
Dude how much debt do you have in tools?
What’s that box cost you $20k?
I’ve gone over the cost of my box many times before and that I have no real credit debt aside from the minor truck accounts that I have
Step 1. Go back to school for different profession lol ,I'm over it damnit
Hope you realize every job requires some sort of hard work and learning curve to make good money right🤷
@@josephbattaglini2926 yep that's true
Hi bro can i do work with you m machnic from India bro
I'm gonna give the best tip to young mechanics in Australia, DON'T BE ONE.
Worked in the industry for 5 years after my certification and did everything this guy said only to get out paid by a fucking Uber driver. Being a mechanic in Australia is a fucking joke.
Blah ! How you suppose to learn if no one will show you the tips and tricks
ONE SIDED AMERICAN DEALERSHIP MECHANIC TRASH OPINION
One sided? How so?