Celeste Lynett’s Post

I left the Marine Corps in 1998; at that time, there was a shortage of skilled technicians. Over 26 years later, the industry is still facing the same issue. Our industry does not value the technician or Product Support, for that matter. Throughout my career working for dealers and an OEM, I've noticed that the industry's mindset hasn't changed much. Now, as the Director of Dealer Accounts at Jordan Sitter Associates, a recruiting firm in the heavy equipment industry, I still see this mindset prevailing. Management still needs to understand the importance of Product Support, which is often overlooked. When I discuss filling technician or service manager roles with dealerships, and we talk about our fees, I often hear them saying something like, "If I have to pay that amount in a fee for recruiting, I'd rather hire a salesman." This attitude devalues the technician and service manager roles. Why would anyone want to be a technician or a service manager if they are not valued or respected? Product Support often gets blamed for the sales department not meeting their targets, even though they had no input in strategic planning. While there have been some changes, and the OEMs are starting to invest in the next generation of technicians, more work remains to be done. Most dealerships do not have internship programs, and they do not actively promote technician jobs at high schools. Most manufacturers and dealers also do not invest in technical colleges. This lack of investment devalues the technician role. We, as a society and an industry, must value the technician. If we claim to value the technician, we must show it in our actions. When visiting a dealership, what door do you enter? The front door and straight to the sales office, or the shop door to take the time to meet the technicians and talk to the service manager? When inviting people from the dealership to lunch, do we ever include the technicians, service managers, or parts managers? Most of the time, it's the salesman and the store manager; this shows a lack of value for product support in our industry. This attitude creates an environment where technicians are overworked, underpaid, and not respected.

"Caterpillar wants its dealers to hire 40,000 new technicians in two years to stem a global shortage" If I went to speak to a high school class and introduce them to the heavy equipment industry and it's job prospects: Door #1: Heavy Equip. Rental/Sales Rep: Make $200k+ per year, take customers to lunch/dinner, entertain at sporting events or, Door #2: Heavy Equip. Technician: Make $90k (as the article states), work in harsh conditions outside all day, physically taxing labor Is this still such a mystery? Since the article mentions CAT, I'd say the gap is even wider! https://lnkd.in/eqC7fqJv

this is so true from my personal experience of plant hire ,,, when I put preformed myself I just got more work loaded into myself and struggled to get a 3 euro pay rise and when you see the dodgy sales rep selling machine off that just been rebuilt for less than price of parts and labour put in it and remind you it's cheaper to get new machines. that's all good when you have access to good credit but you still have to pay it back, when economy dips you see who's making the real money. just breaks my heart knowing that there are fewer qualified competent mechanics to train the next group of mechanics as they are retiring and changing trades earlier. companies would rather employ unqualified from abroad for less than paying the minimum going wage for a construction fitter.

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A simple battery replacement. As always step 1: disassemble the machine 😅 Design2Wellness #fitnessequipment #gymequipmentrepair #gymequipment #fieldtechnician #fitnessrepair #fitnessequipmentrepair #mechanic #fieldservicemechanic #technician #fieldservicetechnician

This may look like a simple picture with a few guys standing around looking at a car, but to us, it’s so much more. It shows how involved our managers are throughout the repair process. In this picture, there’s a manager and two frame and mechanical technicians discussing the damage and repair plan. It’s all a joint effort to make sure everyone is on the same page. #jointeffort #technician #repairplan #frame #mechanic #involved #management #manager #estimator #weownit #rolllikenothingeverhappened

Tradies, Listen Up! We’ve got multiple roles in multiple cities, and we’re looking for top-tier Fitter & Turners and Electricians ready to make a change and take on a new challenge. If you’re craving something more—more opportunity, more growth, more of a challenge—then this is your sign. We’ve got the perfect spot for you where your skills won’t just be used—they’ll be celebrated. Ready to take the leap? Let’s chat and find the role that’s just the right fit. Robbie D’Agostino 0438248591 or r.dagostino@proactiveglobal.com If you need support and want to speak to someone who will work with you until the job is done, get in touch with: Lee Luu - Sales and Business development appointments. Ian Eker - Project Management, Solutions design and Executive appointments. Robbie D'Agostino - Install & Maintenance appointments. Tarek Z. - Install & Maintenance appointments. #industrialautomation #engineering #robotics #recruitment

The technicians are adjusting the equipment. #Excavator #Equipment #Machinery #Engineering #Loader