"A great fleet parts manager is worth their weight in gold – but good luck finding one!" – Marc Canton
In this eye-opening episode of The Fleet Success Show, hosts Marc Canton, Facundo Tassara, and Nathan Schafer tackle one of the biggest crises in the fleet industry: the technician and leadership talent shortage. It’s no secret that fleet shops are struggling to hire and retain qualified mechanics, parts managers, and fleet supervisors—but why? And more importantly, how can we fix it?
✅ Are we missing a crucial step in technician career paths?
✅ Why do techs leave—and is it really just about pay?
✅ How can fleet managers develop their own future leaders?
This episode dives deep into the career progression of fleet professionals, from turning wrenches to leading a shop, and the massive gap in training that’s holding many back. If you’re managing a fleet, hiring techs, or wondering how to grow in your career, this is a must-listen episode!
- Fleet Career Paths Are Broken – Most techs don’t plan to become fleet managers, so we must show them the way early.
- The Sink-or-Swim Mentality Is Failing Supervisors – Many techs are promoted without leadership training, leading to frustration and high turnover.
- Culture Matters More Than You Think – If your techs leave for 50 cents more an hour, they’re actually leaving for a bigger reason.
- Training & Cross-Training Are Key – Techs need to see beyond the wrench: parts, service writing, data analytics, and leadership skills are crucial.
- Workforce Development Needs a Reboot – High schools and trade schools must do a better job explaining fleet as a long-term career path, not just a job.
- Your Best Future Fleet Manager Is Already in Your Shop – But are you giving them the tools to grow?
👥 Speaker Bios:
Marc Canton – Head of Product & Consulting at RTA Fleet with 30 years of experience in fleet management, analytics, and vehicle costing.
Facundo Tassara – Fleet success manager with 25+ years in the industry, leading fleet development and training.
Nathan Schafer – Former technician turned fleet manager, now coaching others on leadership and fleet best practices.
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