I really appreciate your comment. I hope it helps people or at least let them know that the barrier we carry in our head is just that, in our head, not necessarily in real life. Thank you.
Wise words. I started out walking into a junkyard at 19. Worked my way up for 14 years then networked through friends to an entry level technician at a diesel truck shop. Almost 10 years later I’m now a master certified technician in heavy diesel. My supervisor knows to automatically sign me up for any training courses the company offers to continue my learning and build on my skills. Merry Christmas.
This guy isn't just giving advice to become a mechanic, he's giving advice for achieving anything in life! 1) Never settle and be unhappy. Make a decision to change your circumstances. 2) Be adaptable and put in the work to find what you really want to do. What are you passionate about? 3) Introduce yourself personally to management. This is a massively overlooked but desirable step for job candidates. As a manager, the number of times I threw a resume/CV on my desk never to read it, but hired someone because they came and spoke to me is many. 4) Be a good, respectful and helpful person to those around you in your workplace. This will come back to you 10 fold. Put in work helping the current employees and demonstrating that it's an asset to have you around rather than a liability. 5) Learn from those with more experience than you and nurture those relationships. 6) Never give up and have a positive outlook, even in difficult circumstances. Positivity goes a hell of a long way when things get tough. Never giving up means you can never fail, only learn from mistakes and progress. Great vid! Thanks!
Real shit man. I’ve been doing it almost 10 years now. I’m a lead tech in a good shop. No school or training or anything, pretty much following those exact steps.
Problem not going to school is - you dont know what you dont know. Schooling will teach things about cars you didn't know existed. Truly understanding how something works is the only way to be good at diagnosing it. Then when you go for a "good" job - not a whole in the wall if there is someone with schooling, guess who gets the job? 2 years of schooling will advance your knowledge about 6 years
After minor maintenance type repairs as a novice..not even oil changes just belts I think..I got in a quick service job with no mechanical school and not even frequent with wrench sizes…I was sent to school to do maintenance and California smog tech..inspector..inspector certifier (I think it is or was called that)..then to a similar station that did mostly the same stuff..a couple short classes..then went to Firestone where they taught me advanced tuning stuff.. I think that was a 2-3 day class..then back and forth seeing classes available for technicians from parts locations etc. I think now it’s still possible to do similar or not even class for novice’s like I was ..but for me I don’t think I would of continued repairing etc if I never went to class. I think some shops could take an novice like I was and make that person a tech..but not a majority I think…only if management with teaching ability &/or quality tech teach is best. Sure can learn simple things by breaking them..&/or mistakes..success..watch others…etc but most good techs ..similar to as he said usually want to mostly focus on what’s needed to be worked on if performing as a quality tech…so interrupting unless precommunicated is difficult sometimes. A option if knowing help will be needed is ask for help that will be needed..so a guy is organizing his stuff but not on a job go say something like..hey I’m gonna need help can you. Congrats it seems you enjoy the field!!
@ridingvenus a lot of places will show you and provide free schooling. Like Aamco, they have online schooling for anyone working for them. Also most people don’t know that school is preferred but not required. That’s the point of the video. Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate your support
When I started, nobody went to school. Some high schools had auto shop, but that was about it. Almost every mechanic was from a family full of mechanics and we were helpers at a grade school level.
@@rowdyrick7091to add to this Sherlin Williams paint offers paint matching courses and painting courses too. Obviously not mechanical but in the automotive industry still
Bro, your story is so similar to mine, I worked in warehouses for 7 years couldn’t stand it anymore, now I’ve been working in the construction industry but I’m always getting into arguments and gotten close to getting in a couple fights, and I’ve always loved tools and cars and didn’t wanna pay the 30k to go to UTI. You’re a big motivation to me bro
Bro if you set your mind to it you can achieve what you want. You just need a tool box and some tools. Once you get in your first shop you’ll find out what you really need.
This mans advice is golden nuggets Yo. Doing apprenticeship at this family owned repair here in my area and online school for my ASE certification. Saving about $39K instead of going to UTI here in LA. Awesome blog!
The manager of a local garage was a paramedic until retirement. But he loves cars and has been involved with them since he was a teen. My son is trying to go back to school for auto mechanics. He works on cars here, but took collision repair back in tech school. He has decided he is better suited to mechanics. It is not easy to go back to school and costs a lot. If he is unable to do it I hope he will try to get in at a garage maybe at least starting out doing oil changes and brakes and things. Thank you for this encouragement. Car guys deserve respect. Some so-called mechanics know less than car guys who have a passion for it without a certificate.
I have been doing side work repairing tools and equipment for decades. No one has ever asked me for qualifications, they just want the problem fixed. You are right, if you look competent and are equipped to work you find work. It's sad how most construction workers are impulsive and hard headed. Glad you got yourself into the technician world.
I never went to an auto tech school to be a technician. Google, UA-cam, Being Truthful, Being Honest, Dedication, Passion. Helped me for 8+ years. Trust me. Know the fundamentals, basics of electricity, know how each car components work, get updated with frequent info.
Yes sir, anybody can do it, the right mind set is all you need. Unfortunately not everyone can fathom the possibilities, but just like the outliners who are rich and dropped out of high school or didn’t go to college there are master techs who didn’t go to school, they studied on their own and became what is possible
This is a video I never thought would exist. I’m overly thankful to you for making such a great and in depth video. One of my problems for becoming a mechanic or trying to step into the field has been being told and thinking schooling was the only way. I started to apply at UTI, but because of the insane cost and things I was told from former students made me change my mind. I almost got into a certification program, but i can’t just get behind the school thing. Im currently a machinist, and I love doing the work and learning as I go. Getting my hands scratched up is how I learn; that’s how I got my 53 year old car running. I’ve got to know the basics for mechanics plus a little more, and have been considering contacting all the shops that are near me and just ask if they’d let me work. It makes me happy to hear that the sort of old ways of becoming a mechanic aren’t completely gone. You’re steps and tips have increased my personal confidence and motivation to go after a mechanics job.
Just apply and ask for the top pay they are paying. Say you have experience in what you done so far and learn as you go. Once your in your first shop you’ll know what you need for the next shop. Trust it’s easy just be confident
Started with an alternator for me. And Spark plugs, then I just wanted to learn it all. Bodywork, mechanics, every aspect. My father is a legendary freaking body man around here and I love solving puzzles but I got fed up with my hunk of s*** messing up call me in the worst situations all the freaking time, so it's either that or my genetics I can't tell😅😅😅
Respect brother, went to the zone too and they helped me see the parts side and got me a commercial account quit that place over pay, now I’m 6 months into my own business…..Blessings, Keep Going
I wish I knew this before I went to mechanic school. I went to uti and learned more working at a shop than being at school. If you want to be a mechanic working diesel is the way to go. You can easily make $20+ just fueling trucks at some shops.
What if your a pretty good well rounded mechanic and know how to diagnose electrical issues and you wanna jump to a diesel tech? Would you get paid 30+ or do you still have to work from the bottom?
Get your diesel cert. Get your CDL. Now you can work in a heavy truck service center. Same sweat & grime, but no customer DRAMA. No mystery about your pay every week. Consumer Automotive generally sucks.
I don’t think this guy understands the power of this video. If you’re a guy and want to level up in life. This man just gave you the cheat code 🤟🏽 thank you sir for giving us a break down and your time.
Im thinking these $80,000 trucks the new ones are costing are gonna make people fix their trucks and cars. So yeah mechanics are in demand for many years into the future. Maybe cars and trucks will be phased out in the future because we need walkabke cities and they pollute too much ,, but in the mean time, fixing what you got and not buying new is the way to go...
This is very true, I see costumers come in and spend 5k 6k on cars that are not worth over 8 or 10k, but I tell you what, it’s still cheaper to fix them buy new.
Thats a good way to do it but when you save some money its always good to do some night classes in diagnostics and electrical . And online teachers like scanner danner really help you up your skill level.
Thanks for the content! Like you, I quit my job, I worked security. 4 years of comfortability and I threw myself in the deep end to grow. I like to work on my own car so I thought… Why not try to make a life out of it! STEP NUMBER 2 is key. I walked into every dealership near I live with no professional experience only personal. 2 out of 10 said were willing to give me a shot! I start tomorrow, thanks for the advice 💪
Do it man trust me it’s so easy. Try any tire place that also does service, big brand, Midas, aamco, pep boys. Learn the pay system and work your self up.
Have been in the field about 3 years, luckily i have been able to work hourly but i the pay is so low that i can’t afford cost of living. They need to pay us more, this would help keep people happy, productive and in the shop.
I’m in college for my degree in automotive sciences and technology. And I’m working to my ASE master certified technician position. Everyone tells me not to do it but I’m doing it. Ashamed to say as of now I’ve never had a “job” but I’m good at taking stuff apart and putting it back together.
There was no school (that I knew of) when I was coming up. I always had a love for cars that led to working in a gas station, auto parts driver/counterman, machine shop, new car get ready (dealer) then over time dealers and private shops, I'm there. 45 years (total) and still going (my own shop).
Good stuff man. Been working construction for years but I’m always thinking about car and I love wrenching on detailed stuff. But thought I was barred from starting that without going to school. Thanks for sharing man
The best one you mentioned is learning from other people. This works for any job you have. When you learn something for free or even for "half a ticket", that is something that can never be taken away. You can spend money or you can be fired, but you will have those skills you learned forever. That is worth more than whatever they are paying you.
I’m still learning from everyone around me. Knowledge is key for every aspect in life. And when you seem eager to learn from people they are more likely to want to teach you. Of course there is always people who hate keep so be aware of those too
im in school for mechanic most important thing is knowing how parts work and knowing what and how to use the right tools for the job will determine you to be a good mechanic
in the automotive and fleet in diesel you dont needs certs but in heavy equipment side you do because theres a lot of hydraulics, electrical, and fuel systems involved so knowing the service manuals, diagrams, and specifications is vital
Thank you bro fr, I’ve been bartending for 4 years and I’ve always loved cars. I recently got an opportunity as a service tech at Take 5. I wanna try and use that to become a mechanic eventually. Hopefully I can help somebody out at their shop for a while
I hate my factory job and I've been thinking about becoming a mechanic. I do most work on my cars, brakes, starter, alternators, timing belt, shocks. I have a bunch of tools, just no certification. I would take a huge pay cut. That's my biggest problem. Great video.
Bro I just took a huge pay cut because I got into a dealership, but it’s soooo much better. I actually enjoy working on cars again. That cut will only be short lived though guaranteed.
i’ve changed the breaks and rotors on my car n done other basic things. i’m confident i know how to do oil changes too even tho i never done one. gonna try applying to some places soon cus i hate doing doordash. the tech support is so annoying to deal with when things go wrong
Awesome video dude. I just want to point out one thing some corporate companies will allow you to be on a tool program where they will get you a basic starter tool box and take money out of your check until it is paid off. Now I’m gonna reiterate some things for you. Every tech buys tool’s regularly. There is always something to make things a little easier on those tool trucks just don’t go Willy nilly on the trucks though. As someone that joined the industry with my only experience being in aviation maintenance I’m telling you if you have a basic knowledge of tools and cars you can make it in this industry. There is always someone willing to teach as long as you stay respectful to your lead technicians they will always stop what they are doing and help you with whatever you need. It’s crazy I’ve been in the industry for 8 years and have passed on knowledge to many young aspiring technicians. Just always show up 15 minutes early and have a car on your lift as soon as the shop opens. If you do that I guarantee you guys like me will notice and take you under their wing.
Great video I have over 12 years experience with working on 🚗 before I decided to signed up to Lincoln tech school before pandemic hit the reason why I wanted to learned how to work on 🚗 to same time in money n to make sure the problem gets fixed n figure out the proper way plus im good with my hands in im a quick fast learner n I catch on real quick plus when jiffy lube messed up my ride the first time from their i decided to work on 🚗 i used to got to junk yards daily taking car parts apart n taking my time putting things back in reverse order plus i love seeing people happy knowing that i can depend on me yo get the job done plus let people know up front if im able to fixed the problem or if i cant rs
Great video. Honestly, I’m a female on the medical side in the Army. Some may think I have no biz watching content such as this but I’ve always had a fascination of the function and repair of the human body (as I work in the OR or Operating Room as a Surg Tech). Oddly similar, I have a deep interest in car mechanics. One, I feel like I’m being ripped off when I service my car. Two, if they can do it so should/can I. Anyways, the main point of my comment is to give you the proper respect that this video was to the point and informative 👏🏼 Kudos. I feel like understanding and fixing my car is doable… eventually and after getting the proper tools and education. If there were any books or resources that would help please let me know. Thanks and God bless.
It is very doable for anyone. At least for maintenance. The one thing that is dangerous is the safety part. How to properly lift a car, what to remove first so you don’t drop heavy parts on your self. Always chuck your tires so the car doesn’t roll away. I would watch some Chris fix video to help you understand more of the safety side and basic maintenance. There are some jobs that you will need to take to the mechanic no matter what though, an that just due to knowledge, experience and not having the proper tools since some of the tool are thousands of dollars.
YT, HF, CS and being MI is all you need to fix all the mechanical and basics in a car. This is coming from a Lincoln Tech drop out. YT and HF back then would have saved me time and money. Back when obd into obd2 transition days.
Crazy... in my area... logistics is really big... i got mechanic friends.... in auto and diesel.... and i made more as a revisor for freight coming in and out of mexico here in texas. Making 47k/year just standing in a dock waiting for trucks and scanning freight. Ended up trucking. Im always telling techs to get they class a.
Ima do the school route only because the employers don’t want to give me a chance. I work at a factory and make nice money but I’m interested in doing diesel classes and plc/mechatronics classes. These vehicles are getting to complicated now and I feel like l need the school. Plus now my factory stopped making us work mandatory 12 hour shifts so I finally have time for school.
You do you, but I never went to school and make $35 flat rate with a 40 hour guarantee. Don’t sell yourself short, just find the right place to give you chance.
@@collinmackay6032thanks bro but I gave up after so many tries due to not having any professional mechanical experience and I don’t want to lie to them. All I have is factory experience as a process operator. The factory pays okayish. They do give yearly raises and shift differential. I’m currently at 28.90 an hour and with shift differential I’m at 32.90 an hour with another raise in 3 months. For some reason I’m interested in becoming a diesel mechanic and one place near me is asking for a helper for 20 an hour to start but in this economy I can’t afford to work for that low of pay especially with bills and a truck payment and having to buy tools as well. My community college has a good T1-T8 diesel tech program and welding program that go together. It will only take two years if I do summer classes as well. Ima get my CDL A during this time as well. I’m just tired of getting low balled and rejected so I’m willing to cough up the money for the certs that they need. I’m only taking the mechatronic classes because I deal with PLCs at my current job but being a diesel tech is my goal
I just had the opportunity to start working in the automotive industry and at jiffy lube and they have tons of classes to learn stuff and all for free and I will use it to my advantage to learn as much as possible! Learn as much as I can!
Just applied for a entry level service technician opening at an auto nation mercedes. As long as the pay is the same or a little more than my warehouse job ill do it. I just wanna learn and go up from there, i want the experience. Hoping i get the job with no experince (all i know is basic things like oil change)
pulled an engine out of my infiniti on ah straight whim i always liked workin on cars really do wanna be ah mechanic without the schooling tired of being in school
Get your self a small tool box and organize it with ratchets shallow and deep sockets wrenches from 8mm to 24mm oil service tools and brake service tools and apply at a American tire depot or pep boys you’ll get in for sure.
2005 325i owner as of march! I used to own a Subbie WRX. My bimmer has made me pick up a wrench and do it myself 😂 not paying $1,000 to fix my fuel pump when I can do it for free and less than 30 mins
Hahaha with a BMW! That's how I learned! Yes! Those dealership labor rates.will turn you into a mechanic in no time! I do all my own work. N52 just like yours. E90 6MT RWD and an AWD MT
Honestly the more I delve into mechanic stuff the more I realize it's almost exactly like computers; in that from the outside it looks like a solid wall of pain and suffering, when in reality once you get past that outer wall it's just an endless expanse of pure dark nothing, where no two computers are the same and the only real skill involved is the ability to navigate through aforementioned dark nothing. At least with cars you have sensory input to kind of help, like noises and sights. Some of the problems I've encountered with computers had symptoms that made zero sense and had no real leads to follow, sending me on blind chases for hours, even days or weeks sometimes, until I could find the answer. Even asking others around the world with entire articles explaining the symptoms and what I had tried, they had no idea what I was dealing with. Then the _real_ fun begins when that solution you spent hours trying to find turned out to be a false positive. At least when you change out the wrong car part the part (generally) stays good and gives a benefit. But also like a computer it might mess up other things connected to it.
I think that way, good read. I used to build and fix computers and my mechanic said I can work on cars if I can fix a computer. I was like naah, but I want to lol.
Yo! Respect homie. Inspiring God. Movin my tools in next week. Attitude is everything. Let’s get this bred, this game, help our community n Keep goin!!!⚙️
@@rowdyrick7091 bro, I’m an Audi tech now ⚙️⚙️⚙️⚙️, worked at 3 different shops b4 this, but all of what u said is true. Learn, n be ur beast everyday. Growth mindset everyday. You’ll find ur shop, or god will bring u to it
Man God has a plan over your life, you gotta know you don’t get that lucky that many times in a row. Jesus is invested in you, just tell him thank you with all the life you have left yk
I recently just turned 18 last year and I just got this random fascination with cars and I’ve been wanting to want to start my automotive career, but I have no experience, I only have little knowledge about cars and a little bit of car parts. Where do you think I should start? Great video btw keep it up 👍
I've been working on my cars for years, since about 17. I went to school for Auto Service Technologies and I don't feel like it helped much. I have the same tool box as you with even more tools but I'd rather not haul it to work. I've applied at so many places but most don't even respond
Every time you apply bro, you have to go physically to the shop, you have to introduce yourself and shake hands, this is a man’s job man, women are accepted too but men usually rather meet you in person, and make their decisions off that. It’s always worked for me bro,. Only a couple times it hasn’t cause maybe the guy didn’t like me cause I was taller or more handsome or brown, but for the most part it’s always the best approach. Apply online and in person.
@@acm_1028I walked into 10 dealerships near my house. 9 rejected me and Jeep gave me a chance. I have no experience but am willing to learn and show up. Don’t give up. You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. Walk in, the worst they can say is no. Go chase it!
This is awesome thank you for your time for this video but I'm in a different predicament I think i can do this is didn't invest in tools my fault but I went to school for welding I longer want to work for companies so I'm trying to figure out what i can mix with welding so hopefully I can figure it out but man you dropped some gems bud
That’s sounds legit, I just heard of some guy who mocked up an exhaust for a lambo and built a jig for it, and the lambo guy liked it so much he told his friends with other lambos, now the welder got high end clients for custom exhausts
Im on this YT by accident becaude evrytime i open yhe bonnet of my car I freak out 😂 ive one vid and yourd has popped up too. I like that if you dont know you ask ! Thats such a good attitude to have. I jsut sat with my mechanic and had a chat, hes so nice. Anyway I'm dying to learn how to fix my car even if it's scary. I think it's funny that you love tools but I love knitting and crochet needles (see how bored you are thinking about knitting) 😂😂😂😂
Man I been working on my stuff since I’ve been 16 multiple people have told me I needa leave my job behind and go do automotive my grandpa even tried to get me into a shop I never thought it’d be possible without certificates tho I’ve replace numerous suspension and steering part rebuilt my 4.6 2v from a block replaced window motors and regulators fuel pumps brake lines last year I bought my brothers truck that sat 5+ years in storage and got it road worthy again I see it almost every other day on the road full of like again I have impacts sockets ratchets wrenches compressor sand blast cabinet .. jumping into a shop is a pretty scary tho
Your story is a mirror to mine. been working in a factory for 10 years smh. Mechanics was/is my passion just never graduated always doubted myself. Keep inspiring bro 💪
All data and direct hit, for example give you step by step procedures on how to trouble shoot and diagnose most issues, and every shop has one. Now and days almost every shop has the tools you need to be able to do most jobs. But yeah if your serious about being in the field you must be learning everyday as much as you can.
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Man, you didn't just tell people how to be a mechanic, you just told people how to succeed in life.
I really appreciate your comment. I hope it helps people or at least let them know that the barrier we carry in our head is just that, in our head, not necessarily in real life. Thank you.
LOL you think being a mechanic means you have become successful, my my what low standards we have.
I think he means how to carry yourself to become successful, come on pleb it’s fifth grade comprehension.
@DKLGalactus5 I mean it is a profitable skill ain't it?
@@augustusstedman3070 you can do way better with less hassle.
best piece of advice youll ever get, learn to think for yourself and not be so quick to get hand fed. Sets you apart from the rest
Wise words. I started out walking into a junkyard at 19. Worked my way up for 14 years then networked through friends to an entry level technician at a diesel truck shop. Almost 10 years later I’m now a master certified technician in heavy diesel. My supervisor knows to automatically sign me up for any training courses the company offers to continue my learning and build on my skills. Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas my friend
This guy isn't just giving advice to become a mechanic, he's giving advice for achieving anything in life!
1) Never settle and be unhappy. Make a decision to change your circumstances.
2) Be adaptable and put in the work to find what you really want to do. What are you passionate about?
3) Introduce yourself personally to management. This is a massively overlooked but desirable step for job candidates. As a manager, the number of times I threw a resume/CV on my desk never to read it, but hired someone because they came and spoke to me is many.
4) Be a good, respectful and helpful person to those around you in your workplace. This will come back to you 10 fold. Put in work helping the current employees and demonstrating that it's an asset to have you around rather than a liability.
5) Learn from those with more experience than you and nurture those relationships.
6) Never give up and have a positive outlook, even in difficult circumstances. Positivity goes a hell of a long way when things get tough. Never giving up means you can never fail, only learn from mistakes and progress.
Great vid! Thanks!
Thank you for your input I really appreciate it. I hope people see this an it motivates them to change what they don’t like in their life. Thank you
Starting work at honda as a lube tech tmw. I've been a detailer for 3 years Im excited for this new journey.
Real shit man. I’ve been doing it almost 10 years now. I’m a lead tech in a good shop. No school or training or anything, pretty much following those exact steps.
Problem not going to school is - you dont know what you dont know. Schooling will teach things about cars you didn't know existed. Truly understanding how something works is the only way to be good at diagnosing it. Then when you go for a "good" job - not a whole in the wall if there is someone with schooling, guess who gets the job? 2 years of schooling will advance your knowledge about 6 years
After minor maintenance type repairs as a novice..not even oil changes just belts I think..I got in a quick service job with no mechanical school and not even frequent with wrench sizes…I was sent to school to do maintenance and California smog tech..inspector..inspector certifier (I think it is or was called that)..then to a similar station that did mostly the same stuff..a couple short classes..then went to Firestone where they taught me advanced tuning stuff.. I think that was a 2-3 day class..then back and forth seeing classes available for technicians from parts locations etc.
I think now it’s still possible to do similar or not even class for novice’s like I was ..but for me I don’t think I would of continued repairing etc if I never went to class.
I think some shops could take an novice like I was and make that person a tech..but not a majority I think…only if management with teaching ability &/or quality tech teach is best.
Sure can learn simple things by breaking them..&/or mistakes..success..watch others…etc but most good techs ..similar to as he said usually want to mostly focus on what’s needed to be worked on if performing as a quality tech…so interrupting unless precommunicated is difficult sometimes. A option if knowing help will be needed is ask for help that will be needed..so a guy is organizing his stuff but not on a job go say something like..hey I’m gonna need help can you.
Congrats it seems you enjoy the field!!
@ridingvenus a lot of places will show you and provide free schooling. Like Aamco, they have online schooling for anyone working for them. Also most people don’t know that school is preferred but not required. That’s the point of the video. Thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate your support
When I started, nobody went to school. Some high schools had auto shop, but that was about it. Almost every mechanic was from a family full of mechanics and we were helpers at a grade school level.
@@rowdyrick7091to add to this Sherlin Williams paint offers paint matching courses and painting courses too. Obviously not mechanical but in the automotive industry still
Dang that’s good to know
Bro, your story is so similar to mine, I worked in warehouses for 7 years couldn’t stand it anymore, now I’ve been working in the construction industry but I’m always getting into arguments and gotten close to getting in a couple fights, and I’ve always loved tools and cars and didn’t wanna pay the 30k to go to UTI. You’re a big motivation to me bro
Bro if you set your mind to it you can achieve what you want. You just need a tool box and some tools. Once you get in your first shop you’ll find out what you really need.
A few snap bolts and stripped nuts along the way, are part of the journey great advice 👍
This mans advice is golden nuggets Yo. Doing apprenticeship at this family owned repair here in my area and online school for my ASE certification. Saving about $39K instead of going to UTI here in LA. Awesome blog!
I appreciate your kind word man, I hope it help a lot of people, like it would have helped me.
The manager of a local garage was a paramedic until retirement. But he loves cars and has been involved with them since he was a teen. My son is trying to go back to school for auto mechanics. He works on cars here, but took collision repair back in tech school. He has decided he is better suited to mechanics. It is not easy to go back to school and costs a lot. If he is unable to do it I hope he will try to get in at a garage maybe at least starting out doing oil changes and brakes and things. Thank you for this encouragement. Car guys deserve respect. Some so-called mechanics know less than car guys who have a passion for it without a certificate.
I started my own mobile mechanic business this year. Im far from wealthy, but im free .
I have been doing side work repairing tools and equipment for decades. No one has ever asked me for qualifications, they just want the problem fixed. You are right, if you look competent and are equipped to work you find work. It's sad how most construction workers are impulsive and hard headed. Glad you got yourself into the technician world.
Thanks man, and yeah construction is always a battle for the alpha spot. It was fun while it lasted
@@rowdyrick7091 I found that to be true when I worked doing trash removal after hurricane Andrew. Thankfully not too many would argue with me.
I never went to an auto tech school to be a technician.
Google, UA-cam, Being Truthful, Being Honest, Dedication, Passion. Helped me for 8+ years. Trust me.
Know the fundamentals, basics of electricity, know how each car components work, get updated with frequent info.
Yes sir, anybody can do it, the right mind set is all you need. Unfortunately not everyone can fathom the possibilities, but just like the outliners who are rich and dropped out of high school or didn’t go to college there are master techs who didn’t go to school, they studied on their own and became what is possible
Yes indeed👍👍👍@@rowdyrick7091
I'm not a mechanic but I've learned so much from youtube to do my own work on my car 😊
That’s how I learned
This is a video I never thought would exist. I’m overly thankful to you for making such a great and in depth video. One of my problems for becoming a mechanic or trying to step into the field has been being told and thinking schooling was the only way. I started to apply at UTI, but because of the insane cost and things I was told from former students made me change my mind. I almost got into a certification program, but i can’t just get behind the school thing. Im currently a machinist, and I love doing the work and learning as I go. Getting my hands scratched up is how I learn; that’s how I got my 53 year old car running. I’ve got to know the basics for mechanics plus a little more, and have been considering contacting all the shops that are near me and just ask if they’d let me work. It makes me happy to hear that the sort of old ways of becoming a mechanic aren’t completely gone. You’re steps and tips have increased my personal confidence and motivation to go after a mechanics job.
Just apply and ask for the top pay they are paying. Say you have experience in what you done so far and learn as you go. Once your in your first shop you’ll know what you need for the next shop. Trust it’s easy just be confident
Started with an alternator for me. And Spark plugs, then I just wanted to learn it all. Bodywork, mechanics, every aspect. My father is a legendary freaking body man around here and I love solving puzzles but I got fed up with my hunk of s*** messing up call me in the worst situations all the freaking time, so it's either that or my genetics I can't tell😅😅😅
wouldnt call myself a mechanic yet but my journey started with an alternator too 😂
Lie to say you know it but learn as you there 😅 love your honesty bro
Sometimes you need to lie, just to get that chance, I don’t like to lie but if you can manage to pull it off is it really a lie?
I wish I was a mechanic. Being in construction sucks sometimes
I needed this 100%, I’m not gonna quit big dawg thanks for refreshing my train of thought!
Glad it could help bro.
Respect brother, went to the zone too and they helped me see the parts side and got me a commercial account quit that place over pay, now I’m 6 months into my own business…..Blessings, Keep Going
I wish I knew this before I went to mechanic school. I went to uti and learned more working at a shop than being at school. If you want to be a mechanic working diesel is the way to go. You can easily make $20+ just fueling trucks at some shops.
What if your a pretty good well rounded mechanic and know how to diagnose electrical issues and you wanna jump to a diesel tech? Would you get paid 30+ or do you still have to work from the bottom?
Get your diesel cert. Get your CDL. Now you can work in a heavy truck service center. Same sweat & grime, but no customer DRAMA. No mystery about your pay every week. Consumer Automotive generally sucks.
Thanks for the info it’s appreciated for any future techs and myself
I don’t think this guy understands the power of this video. If you’re a guy and want to level up in life. This man just gave you the cheat code 🤟🏽 thank you sir for giving us a break down and your time.
Im thinking these $80,000 trucks the new ones are costing are gonna make people fix their trucks and cars. So yeah mechanics are in demand for many years into the future. Maybe cars and trucks will be phased out in the future because we need walkabke cities and they pollute too much ,, but in the mean time, fixing what you got and not buying new is the way to go...
This is very true, I see costumers come in and spend 5k 6k on cars that are not worth over 8 or 10k, but I tell you what, it’s still cheaper to fix them buy new.
Thats a good way to do it but when you save some money its always good to do some night classes in diagnostics and electrical .
And online teachers like scanner danner really help you up your skill level.
It’s funny that this video popped up, I literally walked into a shop today and got a job, no certs and no experience.
I’m telling yall
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 You must be very proud of your achievements!
Thanks for the content! Like you, I quit my job, I worked security. 4 years of comfortability and I threw myself in the deep end to grow. I like to work on my own car so I thought… Why not try to make a life out of it! STEP NUMBER 2 is key. I walked into every dealership near I live with no professional experience only personal. 2 out of 10 said were willing to give me a shot! I start tomorrow, thanks for the advice 💪
Good luck bro, give it some time and dedication, learn as much as you could, and if they offer classes or programs take every single one.
@@rowdyrick7091 Great advice man, will do, thank you!
As a professional technician I like how you broke it down and your absolutely correct school is plus but it's all about experience
Thank you man. It was my first video in a long time so I was kinda awkward talking to the camera.
Great advice, I'm thinking of doing the same that's how I found you, I have a garage but like you always thought I had to go to school!
Do it man trust me it’s so easy. Try any tire place that also does service, big brand, Midas, aamco, pep boys. Learn the pay system and work your self up.
I really love how you have looked at the interests for tools and the skill set you had and really worked you way up!
Have been in the field about 3 years, luckily i have been able to work hourly but i the pay is so low that i can’t afford cost of living. They need to pay us more, this would help keep people happy, productive and in the shop.
I’m in college for my degree in automotive sciences and technology. And I’m working to my ASE master certified technician position. Everyone tells me not to do it but I’m doing it. Ashamed to say as of now I’ve never had a “job” but I’m good at taking stuff apart and putting it back together.
Don't do it
@@johnnycassell4338 why
There was no school (that I knew of) when I was coming up. I always had a love for cars that led to working in a gas station, auto parts driver/counterman, machine shop, new car get ready (dealer) then over time dealers and private shops, I'm there. 45 years (total) and still going (my own shop).
Good stuff man. Been working construction for years but I’m always thinking about car and I love wrenching on detailed stuff. But thought I was barred from starting that without going to school. Thanks for sharing man
You can do it man, the field is in high demand right now.
The best one you mentioned is learning from other people. This works for any job you have. When you learn something for free or even for "half a ticket", that is something that can never be taken away. You can spend money or you can be fired, but you will have those skills you learned forever. That is worth more than whatever they are paying you.
I’m still learning from everyone around me. Knowledge is key for every aspect in life. And when you seem eager to learn from people they are more likely to want to teach you. Of course there is always people who hate keep so be aware of those too
im in school for mechanic most important thing is knowing how parts work and knowing what and how to use the right tools for the job will determine you to be a good mechanic
Yes sir. Knowing how to use the tools, and how the parts work is key
@@rowdyrick7091im in the diesel program actually but reading service manuals diagrams and knowing torque specs is crucial
in the automotive and fleet in diesel you dont needs certs but in heavy equipment side you do because theres a lot of hydraulics, electrical, and fuel systems involved so knowing the service manuals, diagrams, and specifications is vital
Thank you bro fr, I’ve been bartending for 4 years and I’ve always loved cars. I recently got an opportunity as a service tech at Take 5. I wanna try and use that to become a mechanic eventually. Hopefully I can help somebody out at their shop for a while
Hell yea bro just make note of the tools you will need to do most jobs and you’ll see you’ll be a mechanic in no time
Right on Bro 👍🏼
Straight facts...
Keep on wrenchin 🛠
I hate my factory job and I've been thinking about becoming a mechanic. I do most work on my cars, brakes, starter, alternators, timing belt, shocks. I have a bunch of tools, just no certification. I would take a huge pay cut. That's my biggest problem. Great video.
Bro I just took a huge pay cut because I got into a dealership, but it’s soooo much better. I actually enjoy working on cars again. That cut will only be short lived though guaranteed.
Great video keep spreading the knowledge!
There is no luck it’s all God
Heard that. Glory to the Highest
Amine
i’ve changed the breaks and rotors on my car n done other basic things. i’m confident i know how to do oil changes too even tho i never done one. gonna try applying to some places soon cus i hate doing doordash. the tech support is so annoying to deal with when things go wrong
I did door dash for like 2 years, shit does suck
a minute into the video and you already got a new sub love the vibe already
Thank you brother I appreciate it hopefully you like my future videos as well
I’d love to able to fix ma own cars people always rippin me off man
I appreciate your honesty for reals
Awesome video dude. I just want to point out one thing some corporate companies will allow you to be on a tool program where they will get you a basic starter tool box and take money out of your check until it is paid off. Now I’m gonna reiterate some things for you. Every tech buys tool’s regularly. There is always something to make things a little easier on those tool trucks just don’t go Willy nilly on the trucks though. As someone that joined the industry with my only experience being in aviation maintenance I’m telling you if you have a basic knowledge of tools and cars you can make it in this industry. There is always someone willing to teach as long as you stay respectful to your lead technicians they will always stop what they are doing and help you with whatever you need. It’s crazy I’ve been in the industry for 8 years and have passed on knowledge to many young aspiring technicians. Just
always show up 15 minutes early and have a car on your lift as soon as the shop opens. If you do that I guarantee you guys like me will notice and take you under their wing.
I appreciate you breaking it down for the viewers!
This is great advice --- going thru this all right now
I went to mechanic college after I was already working on cars, I just wanted to show that I was formally trained.
I agree with this, it also helps fill in the cracks in things you already knew.
Bro i can relate a lot with your story, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching man
Lol fake it till you make it , in the flesh 😅
I love it , bro 👍👌
I’m at a dealership now man, doing heavy line an niching out. It worked and it’s gotten me far bro
Great video I have over 12 years experience with working on 🚗 before I decided to signed up to Lincoln tech school before pandemic hit the reason why I wanted to learned how to work on 🚗 to same time in money n to make sure the problem gets fixed n figure out the proper way plus im good with my hands in im a quick fast learner n I catch on real quick plus when jiffy lube messed up my ride the first time from their i decided to work on 🚗 i used to got to junk yards daily taking car parts apart n taking my time putting things back in reverse order plus i love seeing people happy knowing that i can depend on me yo get the job done plus let people know up front if im able to fixed the problem or if i cant rs
Great video. Honestly, I’m a female on the medical side in the Army. Some may think I have no biz watching content such as this but I’ve always had a fascination of the function and repair of the human body (as I work in the OR or Operating Room as a Surg Tech). Oddly similar, I have a deep interest in car mechanics. One, I feel like I’m being ripped off when I service my car. Two, if they can do it so should/can I.
Anyways, the main point of my comment is to give you the proper respect that this video was to the point and informative 👏🏼 Kudos. I feel like understanding and fixing my car is doable… eventually and after getting the proper tools and education. If there were any books or resources that would help please let me know. Thanks and God bless.
It is very doable for anyone. At least for maintenance. The one thing that is dangerous is the safety part. How to properly lift a car, what to remove first so you don’t drop heavy parts on your self. Always chuck your tires so the car doesn’t roll away. I would watch some Chris fix video to help you understand more of the safety side and basic maintenance. There are some jobs that you will need to take to the mechanic no matter what though, an that just due to knowledge, experience and not having the proper tools since some of the tool are thousands of dollars.
Check out The Diesel Queen. You’ll love her.
Our journeys sound similar brother 🤝🏽
YT, HF, CS and being MI is all you need to fix all the mechanical and basics in a car. This is coming from a Lincoln Tech drop out. YT and HF back then would have saved me time and money. Back when obd into obd2 transition days.
What does HF, CS and MI stand for if you don’t mind explaining
@@rowdyrick7091 You Tube, Harbor Freight, Common sense, Mechanically inclined.
Lmao for reals though, you packaged that nicely
Crazy... in my area... logistics is really big... i got mechanic friends.... in auto and diesel.... and i made more as a revisor for freight coming in and out of mexico here in texas. Making 47k/year just standing in a dock waiting for trucks and scanning freight.
Ended up trucking. Im always telling techs to get they class a.
“Another thing I almost forgot the next step, actually I forgot my bad” homie knows to never tell all u know 😅
Dang you watched it through, thank you, and most def never spill all the beans
5:11 to get your answer
Thanks you so much
Ima do the school route only because the employers don’t want to give me a chance. I work at a factory and make nice money but I’m interested in doing diesel classes and plc/mechatronics classes. These vehicles are getting to complicated now and I feel like l need the school. Plus now my factory stopped making us work mandatory 12 hour shifts so I finally have time for school.
You do you, but I never went to school and make $35 flat rate with a 40 hour guarantee. Don’t sell yourself short, just find the right place to give you chance.
@@collinmackay6032thanks bro but I gave up after so many tries due to not having any professional mechanical experience and I don’t want to lie to them. All I have is factory experience as a process operator. The factory pays okayish. They do give yearly raises and shift differential. I’m currently at 28.90 an hour and with shift differential I’m at 32.90 an hour with another raise in 3 months. For some reason I’m interested in becoming a diesel mechanic and one place near me is asking for a helper for 20 an hour to start but in this economy I can’t afford to work for that low of pay especially with bills and a truck payment and having to buy tools as well. My community college has a good T1-T8 diesel tech program and welding program that go together. It will only take two years if I do summer classes as well. Ima get my CDL A during this time as well. I’m just tired of getting low balled and rejected so I’m willing to cough up the money for the certs that they need. I’m only taking the mechatronic classes because I deal with PLCs at my current job but being a diesel tech is my goal
A combination of school and real life work experience makes the best techs.
Only problem is alot of shops want 20 years of experience at the age of 18
Lmao it’s possible bro Ima make a video this week speaking on it
I forgot the last step 😂😂😂😂......that's that brake cleaner!😅😅😅😅😅😅❤❤❤❤❤
That is one important step
I just had the opportunity to start working in the automotive industry and at jiffy lube and they have tons of classes to learn stuff and all for free and I will use it to my advantage to learn as much as possible! Learn as much as I can!
Just applied for a entry level service technician opening at an auto nation mercedes. As long as the pay is the same or a little more than my warehouse job ill do it. I just wanna learn and go up from there, i want the experience. Hoping i get the job with no experince (all i know is basic things like oil change)
Bro that’s the best way to start, you can pick up the rest along the way, you got this.
pulled an engine out of my infiniti on ah straight whim i always liked workin on cars really do wanna be ah mechanic without the schooling tired of being in school
Get your self a small tool box and organize it with ratchets shallow and deep sockets wrenches from 8mm to 24mm oil service tools and brake service tools and apply at a American tire depot or pep boys you’ll get in for sure.
Thank you for the video… this was real insightful 💯
Ahh… BMW. Turning owners into mechanics, for generations. 😂 🤙🏻🙏🏻
Truest word ever said
2005 325i owner as of march! I used to own a Subbie WRX. My bimmer has made me pick up a wrench and do it myself 😂 not paying $1,000 to fix my fuel pump when I can do it for free and less than 30 mins
@supaxlvztr and how it all started
@@rowdyrick7091 hey, how’d you fair with any oil leaks you had with your e46? I’m not ready to pull the engine myself
I only had a e39 but I fixed all the oil leaks on that. On my e60 I just finished but I still got a small leak I need to address soon.
I appreciate you Fam! Salute 🫡💯💯💯 Keep doing your thing Bro.
no way I clicked on a video of a guy talking for 15 minutes, script you videos make is engaging for the whole time
Bro I just went in before I forgot what I was gonna say. I actually forgot the last bit.
Got me thinking about the last step G 😂
Hahaha with a BMW! That's how I learned! Yes! Those dealership labor rates.will turn you into a mechanic in no time! I do all my own work. N52 just like yours. E90 6MT RWD and an AWD MT
Right on!
Honestly the more I delve into mechanic stuff the more I realize it's almost exactly like computers; in that from the outside it looks like a solid wall of pain and suffering, when in reality once you get past that outer wall it's just an endless expanse of pure dark nothing, where no two computers are the same and the only real skill involved is the ability to navigate through aforementioned dark nothing.
At least with cars you have sensory input to kind of help, like noises and sights. Some of the problems I've encountered with computers had symptoms that made zero sense and had no real leads to follow, sending me on blind chases for hours, even days or weeks sometimes, until I could find the answer. Even asking others around the world with entire articles explaining the symptoms and what I had tried, they had no idea what I was dealing with.
Then the _real_ fun begins when that solution you spent hours trying to find turned out to be a false positive.
At least when you change out the wrong car part the part (generally) stays good and gives a benefit. But also like a computer it might mess up other things connected to it.
I think that way, good read. I used to build and fix computers and my mechanic said I can work on cars if I can fix a computer. I was like naah, but I want to lol.
If only turning the car off and on again solved 99% of issues...
What about when you google your problem ONLY TO TURN UP YOUR OWN FORUM POST?! GREAT TIMES! 😂😂😂😂
Last part of the video is actually perfect lol goes with the theme
I still can’t remember the last step
@@rowdyrick7091 hahaha
Props to you bro
Good video
Great video my brother I'm on my way to becoming a mechanic I just gotta keep a positive mind also in the journey
It’s easy bro, the only limitations you have are in your mind. I know easier said then done but believe in your self man.
Yo! Respect homie. Inspiring God. Movin my tools in next week. Attitude is everything. Let’s get this bred, this game, help our community n Keep goin!!!⚙️
That’s what I’m talking bout, learn as much as you can while your there, every shop has new teaching,. God bless, and good luck
@@rowdyrick7091 bro, I’m an Audi tech now ⚙️⚙️⚙️⚙️, worked at 3 different shops b4 this, but all of what u said is true. Learn, n be ur beast everyday. Growth mindset everyday. You’ll find ur shop, or god will bring u to it
foo straight from cali lol, thats right!
Some good advice, thanks.
Man God has a plan over your life, you gotta know you don’t get that lucky that many times in a row. Jesus is invested in you, just tell him thank you with all the life you have left yk
I truly believe what you said, he has blessed me more than I will ever deserve. All glory to the Highest
Great advice. For every job.
Great teaching 🎉
Thanks a lot for the motivation and inspiration bro! God bless!
If I can do it bro anyone can, believe me man.
I recently just turned 18 last year and I just got this random fascination with cars and I’ve been wanting to want to start my automotive career, but I have no experience, I only have little knowledge about cars and a little bit of car parts. Where do you think I should start? Great video btw keep it up 👍
Just go to any shop, mom and pop types and ask for a job, to help clean, to help lift heavy stuff, put away spare parts. That’s what I would do.
I've been working on my cars for years, since about 17. I went to school for Auto Service Technologies and I don't feel like it helped much. I have the same tool box as you with even more tools but I'd rather not haul it to work. I've applied at so many places but most don't even respond
Every time you apply bro, you have to go physically to the shop, you have to introduce yourself and shake hands, this is a man’s job man, women are accepted too but men usually rather meet you in person, and make their decisions off that. It’s always worked for me bro,. Only a couple times it hasn’t cause maybe the guy didn’t like me cause I was taller or more handsome or brown, but for the most part it’s always the best approach. Apply online and in person.
@@rowdyrick7091 thanks for the advice man, that's what I keep hearing but it just feels awkward walking up while they're trying to work
@acm_1028 always ask for the manager bro.
@@acm_1028I walked into 10 dealerships near my house. 9 rejected me and Jeep gave me a chance. I have no experience but am willing to learn and show up. Don’t give up. You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. Walk in, the worst they can say is no. Go chase it!
This is awesome thank you for your time for this video but I'm in a different predicament I think i can do this is didn't invest in tools my fault but I went to school for welding I longer want to work for companies so I'm trying to figure out what i can mix with welding so hopefully I can figure it out but man you dropped some gems bud
That’s sounds legit, I just heard of some guy who mocked up an exhaust for a lambo and built a jig for it, and the lambo guy liked it so much he told his friends with other lambos, now the welder got high end clients for custom exhausts
@rowdyrick7091 I'm thinking about mixing the 2 together but I have to learn mechanics
All you need to do is be good at working on cars, the demand for anyone who is willing and able is through the roof right now.
For me I appreciate. Am waiting in for da next video.
You being a bmw guy made this vid 100x better
Im on this YT by accident becaude evrytime i open yhe bonnet of my car I freak out 😂 ive one vid and yourd has popped up too. I like that if you dont know you ask ! Thats such a good attitude to have. I jsut sat with my mechanic and had a chat, hes so nice. Anyway I'm dying to learn how to fix my car even if it's scary. I think it's funny that you love tools but I love knitting and crochet needles (see how bored you are thinking about knitting) 😂😂😂😂
This is exactly how I feel about car tools 😂
Lmao it’s not that boring it takes skill my ex girl tried doing it and found out first hand it not as easy as it looks
Hello Rick...
I like your videos. You should make a video on how to get a job as a mechanic.
Like how to apply and what to say?
Yeah...
but above all, places where you can find car repair shops.@@rowdyrick7091
If you go into this field, go Fleet. Dont work commission or flat rate. Fix other peoples vehicles for a living fix what you love for relaxation
I want to to go into fleet but for cars not really heavy duty. Or do you recommend heavyduty
Thank you for sharing.
dude has a couch in his garage
Sold it bro, sorry
Man I been working on my stuff since I’ve been 16 multiple people have told me I needa leave my job behind and go do automotive my grandpa even tried to get me into a shop I never thought it’d be possible without certificates tho I’ve replace numerous suspension and steering part rebuilt my 4.6 2v from a block replaced window motors and regulators fuel pumps brake lines last year I bought my brothers truck that sat 5+ years in storage and got it road worthy again I see it almost every other day on the road full of like again I have impacts sockets ratchets wrenches compressor sand blast cabinet .. jumping into a shop is a pretty scary tho
Bro trust me you can do it. I don’t even know what I’m doing most of the time an I got in getting paid 35+ now. Just do it trust.
Thank you !
Back in the day its possible but now its almost nearly impossible to find job for companies without schooling unless you work in mom and pop shops
Thank you for this video bro.
Hope it helps man, I got some more tips on becoming a mechanic I’m bout to drop a video this week speaking more on it
Your story is a mirror to mine. been working in a factory for 10 years smh. Mechanics was/is my passion just never graduated always doubted myself. Keep inspiring bro 💪
At least they have learned basic diagnostic skills, not just parts replacement.
All data and direct hit, for example give you step by step procedures on how to trouble shoot and diagnose most issues, and every shop has one. Now and days almost every shop has the tools you need to be able to do most jobs. But yeah if your serious about being in the field you must be learning everyday as much as you can.
Bruh already has his own shop. 👍