
How Walser Supports & Empowers Technicians
07/31/24 • 62 min
Derek Thompson, an ASE World Class Toyota Technician at Walser Toyota, walks us through how Walser has prioritized their technicians, the expansion of their new shop, and how Derek has maintained his most important tool—his body—throughout his years as a technician.
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About Our Guest:
Derek Thompson
ASE World Class Toyota Technician, Walser Toyota
[email protected]
About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
[email protected] | 608.716.2122
WrenchWay Resources:
Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.
Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.
Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.
Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program.
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Derek Thompson, an ASE World Class Toyota Technician at Walser Toyota, walks us through how Walser has prioritized their technicians, the expansion of their new shop, and how Derek has maintained his most important tool—his body—throughout his years as a technician.
View the video podcast on YouTube
About Our Guest:
Derek Thompson
ASE World Class Toyota Technician, Walser Toyota
[email protected]
About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
[email protected] | 608.716.2122
WrenchWay Resources:
Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.
Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.
Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.
Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program.
Connect with us on social:
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About Our Guest:
Ryan Mack
Group Project Manager, Milwaukee Tool
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About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
[email protected] | 608.716.2122
WrenchWay Resources:
Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.
Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.
Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.
Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program.
Connect with us on social:
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About Our Guest:
Bruce Spencer
Owner, Walt Eger’s Service Center
[email protected]
About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
[email protected] | 608.716.2122
WrenchWay Resources:
Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.
Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.
Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.
Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program.
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