"I'm not a desk person. There's no way I could sit at a desk and sit there all day and do nothing." - Madison

This week on Wrench Turners Podcast

RSE Mechanic

Madison Wheeler

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ Stable routines lead to success.

2️⃣ Old vs New; not the same diagnostic steps.

3️⃣ Having faith in yourself can change outcomes.

Let’s get into it.

J.

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Summary

In this conversation, Joshua Taylor interviews Madison Wheeler, a female mechanic, about her journey into the automotive industry. Madison shares how her interest in trucks and a desire for a more stable routine led her to pursue a career as a mechanic. She started in heavy-duty vehicles and then transitioned to working at a Toyota dealership before moving to a Nissan dealership. Madison discusses the differences between working on Toyota and Nissan vehicles, highlighting the engineering and manufacturing variances. She also mentions the challenges of diagnosing and repairing custom and classic cars at an independent shop. In this conversation, Madison discusses the challenges of transitioning from working on old cars to new cars within the same day. She also shares her experiences working at a Toyota dealership, Nissan dealership, and an independent shop. Madison highlights the importance of leadership and how it can impact a mechanic's happiness and productivity. She advises mechanics to have faith in themselves, work smarter not harder, and appreciate the support and guidance of their leaders.

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

01:32 Getting Into the Automotive Industry

06:03 First Year as a Mechanic

08:43 Transition to Nissan and Meeting Richard Mueller

11:19 Difference Between Toyota and Nissan

12:40 Different Car Brands and Models

13:16 Simplicity in Manufacturing

14:08 Working on German Cars

14:53 Challenging Repairs and Diagnostics

16:28 Switching Between Old and New Cars

17:04 Advancements in Diagnostic Tools

18:01 Working on Different Car Models

19:00 Importance of Leadership in the Workplace

20:00 Advice for Mechanics

21:42 Appreciating Good Leadership

24:55 Overcoming Challenges as a Female Mechanic

31:03 Importance of Appreciation and Respect