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Flat Rate Tech Podcast

Tech, Flat Rate Life Media™
Warranty Work
Automotive Labor Practices
Technician Experiences
Automotive Industry
Tour Buses
Free Work
Flat Rate Pay
Wages
Automotive Technicians
Hourly Compensation
Automotive Technician Life
Automotive Mechanics
Honda
Heavy Duty Diesel Engines
Labor Rates
Shop Management
Car Inspections
Ingersoll Rand
Lamborghini
Celebrity Tours

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes193Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

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

Techs starving in a billion dollar building. No work. No hours. No pay. Meanwhile the dealership flexes its giant showroom, overpriced labor rate, and “look at us” bullshit while the guys in the bays are wondering how to pay bills on five hours a wee... more

Every shop’s got that one “super tech” everybody’s supposed to worship. The guy who somehow turns 90 hours every week, never gets comebacks, and magically has every gravy job routed straight to his bay. Yeah. That guy. The one who games the system, s... more

People love saying dealer techs are “parts changers.”

Cool story. Meanwhile we’re the ones dealing with new systems, nonstop software updates, warranty-time nonsense, manufacturer politics, and problems the independents don’t even see yet.

This epis... more

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Unnamed Guest
A friend and former mechanic who shares insights on leaving the industry
Episode: Email questions and a special guest 1/7/24
Technician from Honda
Technician with five years of experience at Honda in Canada, sharing insights about automotive work in a colder climate.
Honda
Episode: Honda Tech from Canada

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Host of a podcast focused on the automotive repair industry, providing raw and candid discussions about the realities faced by technicians. The host emphasizes the struggles and truths of working in this trade with humor and experience.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 380 ratings
  • Spot on!

    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!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Honda Tech
    United States8 months ago
  • The truth and nothing but the truth podcast!!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swampgravy
    United Statesa year ago
  • 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.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    wolfsirus
    a year ago
  • Most informative

    Most informative mechanic podcasts I’ve ever listened to.

    Also don’t trust the cat people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    good ones are taken 132
    United Statesa year ago
  • Facts

    I’ve been in the industry 40 years and this guy is spot on with the issues we face

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crane man 911
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback indicates that the discussions reflect the frustrations of technicians, making it relatable for many.
Some listeners find the content relatable and refreshing, while others critique the podcast for focusing too heavily on complaints without solutions.
Listeners appreciate the honest and entertaining approach taken towards discussing serious issues in the automotive repair industry.
The humor interwoven with valuable insights resonates well with those in the field, offering both amusement and a sense of community.

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Field Service Tech 1/22/23
Q: How far do you travel?
I travel wherever a customer wants me to go, typically within a 100-mile radius.
Email questions and a special guest 1/7/24
Q: Would you come back to the industry?
The guest said he wouldn't come back unless it was on an hourly basis, as the unpredictability of his paycheck was too stressful.
Email questions and a special guest 1/7/24
Q: What was the best part about working in a shop?
The best part was talking shit with all the guys, creating a camaraderie that is hard to find elsewhere.
Email questions and a special guest 1/7/24
Q: Why did you leave being a mechanic?
The guest felt like he had to lie to people and sell them services they didn't need to make money, which created a lot of stress.

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What is Flat Rate Tech Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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