In order to get acquainted and and help fellow community members, please share: 1. The name and location of your shop. 2. Your biggest frustration with finding techs. 3. How you found your last tech.
Good morning, My name is Chris Coleman, and I’m with European Autowerks in Virginia Beach, VA. We face several challenges in our hiring efforts, and as I’ve read through similar posts, I’ve noticed that many of us in the industry share the same issues. One of my biggest frustrations is finding qualified candidates who are open to working on European cars. Technicians with experience in European brands often prefer staying with dealerships because it’s easier to focus on a single brand. That said, I’ve been fortunate to find motivated entry-level technicians " Insert Firefighter hat here" through platforms like Indeed and our company website. We’ve also utilized WrenchWay as a resource, taking a Glassdoor-style approach to give potential hires a clear view of what we offer, including our shop layout.