Ever written a job post so good it made someone wish they could change careers just to work for you? That's exactly what happened a few days ago when a job seeker from Ireland sent this message about one of our client's technician listings: "Just saw your advert on Indeed and have to say it was one of the best written posts I've ever seen. Sadly I have 0 experience as a trailer technician but it makes me wish I did honestly. I'm currently looking for work after just moving here from Ireland and if you ever need workers with strong and honest ethics, I'd love to work for you." When's the last time your job posting got that kind of response? Finding great technicians shouldn't feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Just this past week, we helped four shops welcome new team members who are already making a difference in their bays. As we head toward 2025, I know staffing is probably on your mind. The good news? Right now is actually an excellent time to start your search, before the year-end rush begins. We have a few spots available for new shops in our program, and I'd love to help you start the new year with a full crew of qualified technicians. If you'd like to learn more about how we've helped source over 80,000 applications for independent shops like yours over the past 6 years, just DM me or reply to this post. No pressure - just here to help if you need it. Here's to building stronger teams in 2025!

Experience: 5+ years Location: Sherwood Auto Repair, Tualatin Oregon Why Choose Sherwood Auto Repair? Join a workplace where respect and collaboration have built an unrivaled shop culture, and team members support each other to achieve shared goals. We have low turnover, and dedicated employees. Sherwood Auto Repair is committed to YOUR professional development with regular training and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a balanced schedule with a four day work week, a well maintained facility with modern equipment, a safe and efficient working environment, and a comprehensive employee benefits program. Position Description and Expectations A Master Technician at Sherwood Auto Repair is an industry leader, setting the bar for professionalism and exceptional workmanship. They have an elevated understanding of their production capabilities and successfully manage their time and workflow to optimize performance. A Master Technician remains up to date on industry advancements and emerging technologies, serving as a guide for other technicians to enhance the skill and capabilities of all. They are committed to providing exceptional automotive service and take pride in the role they play at Sherwood Auto Repair. Are you interested in helping us change the automotive service industry? At Sherwood Auto Repair we are passionate about creating a welcoming environment where trust and confidence are paramount. Our aim is to build enduring relationships with our customers, employees, vendors, and our community. We are guided by our core values of Integrity, relationship building, and exceptional service. Our culture emphasizes inclusion, continuous learning, and professional growth. If you are someone who shares these principles and has a desire to make a meaningful impact, we would love to welcome you to our team! How To Apply Apply today by sending your resume and a cover letter to Info@sherwoodautorepair.com or stop by at 9965 SW Tualatin Sherwood Road, Tualatin, Or. 97062.

[Instant staffing hack] Something you can do right now to ROI this post: Word on the street is that dealer techs are getting tired of warranty work because they feel like they aren’t getting paid what a job is worth. No surprise there. Here’s the surprise, how few independent shops are mentioning this in their ads. Adding a simple line to your ads for techs like “No Warranty Work” or “Tired of not getting paid what a job is worth?" Will grab the attention of techs who are stuck inside of dealers with unfavorable policies on warranty work. Try this tactic out and let me know how it works for you.

When you all are writing ads, are you putting the technician level you're looking for in the title and the body? If so, are you providing your definition of that level in the body or waiting to later to dicuss with the applicant? Thanks, Andrew

Hi I'm Martin, and I own United Fleet Services in Saint Louis, MO. We hired a tech today.....but it's a very challenging recruitment environment. Money is important, and I believe most techs will be doing $10-15/hour better than today, in two years. Skilled labor is quite a bit more valuable than someone whose job can be done by ChatGPT. I am contemplating getting ahead of that moment, and hiking pay now.