Why are ASE Certifications Important? With Oscar Gomez, Part 2
About this episode
Oscar Gomez returns for part two of a deep dive into the importance of ASE certifications and the challenges facing automotive technicians today. The conversation highlights the disconnect between safety inspections and emissions testing, the need for ongoing education, and the cultural barriers that can hinder learning. Oscar shares personal anecdotes about mentoring young technicians and the importance of patience in training. The episode also discusses the evolving role of government in the industry and the necessity for shop owners to communicate value to customers effectively.
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Jeff Compton and Oscar Gomez discuss the value of ASE Certifications and explain how they help technicians identify their specialties and weaknesses, thereby improving through training and learning from failures. They discuss the challenges in the automotive industry, including the misdiagnosis of car issues due to rushing and the need for patience and mentorship for new technicians. As Oscar highlights the importance of motivating and supporting students and entry-level mechanics, Jeff underscores the necessity of properly conveying the worth of technicians' skills to customers.
00:00 Anger about prioritizing emissions over safety inspections.
05:45 Industry needs specific training for bilingual employees.
07:50 Language barriers and cultural resistance to change.
11:27 Disregard EGR fault, focus on the testing limit.
14:51 Understanding principles without scientific physics, is an amazing approach.
17:26 Car troubles? Tapping or diagnosing, I'm flexible.
22:03 Identify weak points and focus on training.
23:51 Enjoyed writing the annual test and showed the importance of feedback.
27:21 California admissions diagnostician process requires alternative education.
30:55 Mentor's tech becomes state rep, mentor cited.
34:26 Advocate advises installing brakes, affecting car mechanics.
38:13 New technicians need patience and understanding.
41:38 Industry lacks patience, hindered quality and diagnosis.
45:55 Car's hood and cowl ducts are plugged with litter.
47:39 Addressing industry change, prioritizing business owner mentality.
51:23 Striving for shop improvement and financial success.
53:36 Supporting affordable tools, not wanting to struggle.
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