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The Jaded Mechanic Podcast
Jeff Compton
118 episodes
1 day ago
My name is Jeff, and I'd like to welcome you on a journey of reflection and insight into the tolls and triumphs of a career in automotive repair. After more than 20 years of skinned knuckles and tool debt, I want to share my perspective and hear other people's thoughts about our industry. So pour yourself a strong coffee or grab a cold Canadian beer and get ready for some great conversation.
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My name is Jeff, and I'd like to welcome you on a journey of reflection and insight into the tolls and triumphs of a career in automotive repair. After more than 20 years of skinned knuckles and tool debt, I want to share my perspective and hear other people's thoughts about our industry. So pour yourself a strong coffee or grab a cold Canadian beer and get ready for some great conversation.
Show more...
Automotive
Business,
Careers,
Leisure
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Drac From TikTok (Eric Pierce) | Stories and Struggles
The Jaded Mechanic Podcast
2 hours 10 minutes
3 months ago
Drac From TikTok (Eric Pierce) | Stories and Struggles

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In this episode, Jeff welcomes Eric Pierce AKA Drac from TikTok. Eric shares his journey through the dealership, highlighting his challenges with management and the lack of adequate compensation, despite the high door rate. He also talks about the physical toll of the job after his motorcycle accident, which led to pursuing a different role with Lime Scooters. 

00:00 TikTok Algorithm and Life Updates

11:10 Tech Apprenticeship Shift

31:46 Refusing Service: A Mechanic's Stand

35:01 Commission for Service Advisors, Not Techs

52:09 Unmotivated Employee Struggles to Learn

56:39 Teeth Misalignment and Workshop Support

01:05:12 Neglected Car Battery Causes Issues

01:23:09 Easier Work Than Auto Mechanic

01:27:11 Career Reflections: The Grind Culture

01:44:01 Misunderstandings, Not Ripoffs, in Auto Repairs

01:53:07 Government Mandates on Vehicle Efficiency

01:58:31 "Online Dogpiling Concerns"

02:06:18 Technicians, Not Malicious, Often Exploited


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The Jaded Mechanic Podcast
My name is Jeff, and I'd like to welcome you on a journey of reflection and insight into the tolls and triumphs of a career in automotive repair. After more than 20 years of skinned knuckles and tool debt, I want to share my perspective and hear other people's thoughts about our industry. So pour yourself a strong coffee or grab a cold Canadian beer and get ready for some great conversation.