Advice, Tips and Help for Hiring all Types of Mechanics including Automotive Service Technicians, Diesel Truck Mechanics, and Heavy Equipment Technicians.
In the competitive landscape of hiring mechanics, companies often default to posting job ads as the go-to strategy. However, the reality is that the best mechanics are often already employed and may not actively be searching for new opportunities. In this blog post, we’ll explore the limitations of relying solely on job ads and highlight […]
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In the dynamic world of automotive, diesel truck, and heavy equipment maintenance, the demand for skilled mechanics is ever-present. The shortage of qualified technicians often leads to missed opportunities and increased operational costs for dealerships. In this blog post, we’ll explore how partnering with a specialized recruiting company, such as Rockstar Recruiting, can be a
In the fast-paced world of trucking, the efficiency and reliability of your fleet depend significantly on the skill and dedication of your mechanics. However, finding and retaining qualified mechanics can be a challenging task for many trucking companies. In this blog post, we’ll explore the cost-effective strategy of hiring a recruiter to fill mechanic vacancies,
When recruiting or hiring professionals in fields like diesel technicians, truck mechanics, automotive service technicians, and heavy-duty mechanics, it’s important to be aware of certain red flags that may indicate potential issues with a candidate’s qualifications, experience, or suitability for the role. Here are some red flags to watch out for: When hiring diesel technicians,
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In today’s competitive job market, finding the right talent for specialized roles like diesel technicians, heavy equipment mechanics, trailer technicians, and auto mechanics can be a challenging task. That’s where a professional recruiting company can be a game-changer. In this blog post, we’ll explore the multitude of benefits associated with using a recruiting firm to
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Parts and Service staff are important to running a successful Mechanic Shop. Hire the right ones.
When interviewing a candidate, not asking the wrong questions is just as important as asking the right questions
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Hiring qualified mechanics can be a challenging task for any business, regardless of if it is Diesel Technicians, Automotive Service Technicians, Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Marine Mechanics or Trailer Technicians. However, the process doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. By implementing strategic changes and adopting a more flexible approach, you can find and attract the
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If you are banging your head against the wall trying to hire mechanics and having no success, have a look at what your current recruiting strategy is. There are a series of mistakes that most companies make when they are trying to attract and hire technicians. While there are differences across the various fields most
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Reposted from https://rockstarrecruiting.ca Trying to hire Truck and Coach Technicians in Canada can feel like an impossible task. If you are able to find and hire a technician you want to make sure they last. It is easy to overlook things during the hiring process but if you want to make sure your new hire
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Reposted from https://rockstarrecruiting.ca Hiring Diesel Technicians is incredibly difficult, especially for those of us that do not have a background as a Mechanic. Human Resources Reps and Recruiters can often get intimated when hiring for technical positions. It can be tricky to determine if the qualifications are going to match and what is important to
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Nearly every day we get a company calling in asking “Why is it so hard to hire mechanics?” The answer is very easy but unfortunately the solution is not. The answer is Supply and Demand. There are more jobs available right now than there are qualified mechanics. There is a real shortage throughout Canada and
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Hiring Mechanics is tough, there are not enough technicians out there and you never want to settle. You need a Rockstar Recruiter to find you a Rockstar Mechanic. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what a recruiter actually does and how they can help. A Good Recruiter does way more than post
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Anyone who does a lot of hiring will run into the occasional rejected job offer. This is never a good feeling but it happens. When a mechanic decides to start looking for a new job they will typically apply for several different opportunities. If you thought they were good enough to offer a job, you
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HR You’ve Got to do a Better Job of Selling the Opportunity! Mechanics are in high demand just about everywhere. We get calls from every State and Province throughout Canada and the USA from companies that are in a pinch, they need mechanics now but can’t find them. The truth is, there are more jobs
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What do you do when your best mechanic is a jerk? Sometimes your most talented mechanic is not a nice person, they can be moody, rude, arrogant and downright mean. So what do you do about it? Mechanics are in short supply and if you have a diagnostic expert on your hand can you really
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Many of us have a tendency to obsess over perfection, we go over every little detail and want to make sure everything is just so. Often this can get in the way and we forget that is Good is Good Enough. I get shops calling in every day with a long list of demands that
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Online reviews are part of the job search process, make them part of your recruiting effort!
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Before you hire any more mechanics, make sure your shop is a place where people want to work. If it isn’t, you will never stop looking for mechanics. I used to hate calls from numbers I didn’t recognize. It was almost always someone trying to sell me something. Now it is the opposite, 9/10 calls
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What to consider when deciding which mechanic to promote.
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