Heavy Equipment Mechanic Wanted: How to Attract, Retain, and Motivate Technicians-Heavy Equipment Mechanic Wanted: How to Attract, Retain, and Motivate Technicians

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Wanted: How to Attract, Retain, and Motivate Technicians

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In this video, Bill Mays emphasizes the need for effective strategies to attract and retain technicians in the dealership industry. He discusses the importance of using the term "technicians" instead of "mechanics" to reflect the increasing technical skills required in the field. Mays suggests developing a formal process for advancement, establishing a compensation structure with defined levels, and offering comprehensive training programs to attract and retain technicians. He recommends providing resources such as operator's manuals, technical manuals, and online courses for technicians to take responsibility for their own training. Mays also suggests implementing a probationary period with weekly progress evaluations and pairing new technicians with experienced mentors. He highlights the importance of creating a pay structure based on technician skill levels to provide a clear career path and incentive for advancement. Mays emphasizes the lifetime earnings potential and stability of the industry compared to other fields to attract technicians. He also stresses the need for dealers and distributors to invest in training and create an attractive work environment to address the technician shortage. Lastly, Mays discusses the importance of providing a clear career path, coaching and providing feedback, and creating a positive work environment to retain and motivate technicians.

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Bill Mays

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training programs

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technician shortage

coaching