Cordell Posted April 7, 2016 Report Share Posted April 7, 2016 I'd prefer a GM dealer, not going back to Lash or Dave Gill. I miss working on cars. Yes my back hurts, but it's doable. I have all but 2 GM certs, ASE master with A1-A9 and L1. Drivability and electrical are my strong points, but I do everything including hybrids. I have a few tickets on my license so if the company is strict it won't work. Worst case I'll stay at Jeg's as it is a nice place, but I'm not happy sitting at a desk. I might consider other positions but all my experience is being the tech. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagner Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Let me know if you want Leanne to check at work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 ...that was quick.... KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted April 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 ...that was quick.... KillJoy I tried, it's a good job with nice people just not for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Have you thought about wrenching on the side? That way if your back is bothering you, you wouldn't have to take on any work until it is feeling better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiek2000 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 I hear through the grape vine that Dan Tobin might be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grudes Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 I hear Tobin is a good place to work. My friends Dad has been there 30+ years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 http://www.columbusracing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124323 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 I hear Tobin is a good place to work. My friends Dad has been there 30+ years What's his name. I sold cars there in college as my parents knew Tom Gill from their dealerships. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grudes Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 What's his name. I sold cars there in college as my parents knew Tom Gill from their dealerships. Dale Van Horn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Dale Van Horn haha! I know Dale well. Good guy. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grudes Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Haha that's funny. I am good friends with his daughter Stacy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted April 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) Have you thought about wrenching on the side? That way if your back is bothering you, you wouldn't have to take on any work until it is feeling better. Two things with that, the schedule they have me on at Jeg's doesn't leave me much time to pound the pavement about a job let alone side work, and two I still be working at Jeg's on the phone. Cars is what I know, there aren't many choices that aren't wrenching that's why I tried Jeg's in the first place. I miss fixing problems, diagnosis was my favorite thing to do because when it works right again it's very satisfying. Edited April 8, 2016 by Cordell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted April 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 http://www.columbusracing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=124323 I thought about talking to Dozzer, but he works on more diesels then I want to. So I'm sure I'd be wasting his time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yesitsdon Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 A little off topic but what dealerships would you rec. for service on my AWD TBSS? I have a drivetrain issue that I need diagnosed. I have the squeals, grinding, clunking that probably indicate wheel hubs, cv shafts, carrier housing or front differential but the symptoms are not consistent and shops keep saying everything is OK but I know something is wrong. The reason I haven't just started replacing the possible culprits is because I have an aftermarket warranty that covers them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 A little off topic but what dealerships would you rec. for service on my AWD TBSS? I have a drivetrain issue that I need diagnosed. I have the squeals, grinding, clunking that probably indicate wheel hubs, cv shafts, carrier housing or front differential but the symptoms are not consistent and shops keep saying everything is OK but I know something is wrong. The reason I haven't just started replacing the possible culprits is because I have an aftermarket warranty that covers them. Is this real life? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Dude get FAR FAR AWAY from flat rate. You know you don't like it don't go back to it. You just missed out on a equipment mechanic job. Go to the city, get paid hourly and lose the stress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickey4271647545519 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Dude get FAR FAR AWAY from flat rate. You know you don't like it don't go back to it. You just missed out on a equipment mechanic job. Go to the city, get paid hourly and lose the stress. This. You'll most likely better benefits as well in a .gov position as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 No interest on working on robots and manufacturing equipment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 Dude get FAR FAR AWAY from flat rate. You know you don't like it don't go back to it. You just missed out on a equipment mechanic job. Go to the city, get paid hourly and lose the stress. This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted April 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 No interest on working on robots and manufacturing equipment? ?? Idk anything about getting a job like that, care to inform? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted April 8, 2016 Report Share Posted April 8, 2016 ?? Idk anything about getting a job like that, care to inform? It's just how you think about your skills and apply them to the job. You're obviously mechanically skilled. The number of GM certs you have shows you can learn new systems quickly and apply the knowledge. Pretty much everyone they bring in will need fully trained on their systems anyhow since they are pretty specialized. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted April 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 It's just how you think about your skills and apply them to the job. You're obviously mechanically skilled. The number of GM certs you have shows you can learn new systems quickly and apply the knowledge. Pretty much everyone they bring in will need fully trained on their systems anyhow since they are pretty specialized. That's cool, just not something I've been exposed to. What are jobs like that usually called? Good places to find stuff like that? I'll have to look into that further. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robochan Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 That's cool, just not something I've been exposed to. What are jobs like that usually called? Good places to find stuff like that? I'll have to look into that further. Maintence tech. Equipment service tech. Manufacturing tech. Stay away from "facilities" that's HVAC and building type stuff. You will see things like electric motors, hydraulics, robotics and PLCs which stands for programmable logic controllers. They are what control all the automation. There are many manufacturers so you won't look bad next to someone who is super proficient at Omron if the company has Mitsubishi. Robots are just a balancer and 6 motors, its cake and everything else is just bigger than whats on a car. I can teach you PLCs in a day and give you a rundown of things so you look good in an interview. Factories like abbot labs, Honda or automated warehouses like the Kroger one are always hiring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted April 9, 2016 Report Share Posted April 9, 2016 I would also recommend looking at some other jobs for the mechanically inclined. I'm not sure how old you are, but it's never too late to try something new, do not get stuck in this mentality. I wish you'd have posted about this a week ago. I'm 32 and just got my test scheduled for the elevator mechanics Union. $43 an hour and full health care and pension company paid. Look into it. Point is, there are a lot of options out there you don't usually think about, and quality tradesmen willing to work are in short supply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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