
If you are an Automotive Mechanic or in the industry this is the show for you! The #1 automotive mechanic podcast! We talk about the good and the bad.
Flat rate is broken. We’re done staying quiet.
The Flat Rate Tech Podcast is the raw, unfiltered voice of real dealership and independent shop technicians. Hosted by a working flat rate tech and the author of Flat Rate Life—the book that exposes w... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 196 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | AutomotiveComedyLeisure | |||

“Be more professional.” That’s the line. And it’s bullshit.
Every time technicians speak up about unpaid labor, flat rate abuse, or unsafe pressure, the same word gets thrown at them.
Unprofessional.
In this episode, I talk about what that word actua... more
It’s a new year.
Same shop. Same pressure. Same lies. Labor rates went up.
Budgets went up.
Expectations went up. Your pay didn’t.
They changed the wording.
They call managers “leaders” now.
They hang balloons, push culture slogans, and talk about p... more
We were lied to.
We were told to work harder.
Buy more tools.
Stay loyal.
And somehow it would all work out.
This episode breaks down why being a good technician was never enough, why flat rate keeps techs unstable, and why there was never a real fut... more
Dealerships love to talk about “growth” and “training” for lube techs.
What they don’t talk about is how many of them never leave the lube rack.
In this episode, I explain why so many lube techs are promised a future that never shows up.
How “just gi... more
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I’ve been in the dealer automotive industry since 2007. Sales, Service advisor and now Technician. It’s wild how relevant and relatable this all is. How much the same all dealerships are. Love the comedy side, but he really does have some great advise for a Flat Rate Tech! Keep it going!!!
I look forward for a new episode to come out. I am never let down with the content and how much this “Comedy” podcast makes me laugh.
I'm a shop owner and this guy exposes all of our secrets. Everything is about NUMBERS, brown nose techs make the most money, certified guys get the shaft, all because I need a 2nd vacation home with a boat and a gold plated RZR to show everyone else how much of a peasant they are.
Most informative mechanic podcasts I’ve ever listened to.
Also don’t trust the cat people
I’ve been in the industry 40 years and this guy is spot on with the issues we face
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This show provides a candid and humorous look into the world of automotive mechanics, particularly focusing on flat rate pay and the challenges that technicians face in their daily lives. It covers a range of issues including the pitfalls of flat rate systems, shop politics, and the pressures technicians experience to meet billing hours, making it a relatable space for professionals within the automotive industry. Each episode features raw discussions about the realities of working as a technician, including personal anecdotes and insights that resonate deeply with the audience. The combination of honest dialogue and humor helps shed light on both the struggles and triumphs of those in the trade, making this a valuable resource for anyone i... more
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