Keith Perkins Gets Mad Daily At How Shops Are Ran
Keith Perkins Gets Mad Daily At How Shops Are Ran  
Podcast: The Jaded Mechanic Podcast
Published On: Tue Apr 01 2025
Description: Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job, or help you hire. Touch HERE for more. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HEREToday, Jeff is joined by Keith Perkins from L1 Training and Diagnostics. Keith gets fired up about investing in your own skills and tools to succeed in the automotive repair industry. They both comment on issues with flat rate systems and how they can negatively impact the teamwork culture within a shop. Additionally, Keith shares his journey of starting L1 as a mobile diagnostic and programming service, emphasizing the need for proper diagnostic processes and the challenges faced with aftermarket parts.00:00 "Finally Got Keith on the Podcast!"06:21 "High Crime and Prison Density"13:00 Christian Brothers Franchise Challenges18:15 Invest in Self-Toolkit Development21:46 "Flat Rate Industry Frustrations"27:09 Quick and Dirty Car Repairs35:46 Engine Troubleshooting Steps39:16 "Basic Diagnostics: Data Scans First"46:26 Admiring Unique Perspectives49:46 "Intense Training Experience Reflected"54:04 Faulty PCM Causes Car Malfunction01:02:10 Hiring Tension Among Technicians01:07:31 Hourly vs. Flat Rate Talent Debate01:10:02 Winning Arguments with Confidence01:13:43 "Frustration with Unanswered Questions"01:21:44 Employee Benefits and Compensation Issues01:23:41 Industry Challenges and Perseverance01:32:15 "Impact of Time on Flat Rate Work"01:35:45 Car Part Procurement Challenges01:39:47 Holistic Approach in Auto Repair Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232