Josh Simons, Instructor at Greenville Technical College

Beyond the Wrench

We explore Josh’s career in automotive, discuss his decision to become an instructor, and he shares key advice for young technicians on how to find good managers and mentors.
Our team is taking a couple of weeks off the podcast for the holidays. We would like to thank you for all of your support, wish you Happy Holidays, and we will see you in 2024!
(3:00) Josh’s Career in Auto
(12:51) Diverse Background for Teaching
(18:13) Mentors for New Technicians
(35:27) Understand Flat Rate
(42:06) Good Manager Qualities
(47:13) Becoming an Instructor
About Our Guest:
Josh Simons
ASE Master Technician & Instructor/Academic Program Director,
Greenville Technical College
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Sponsor:
Sonic Tools
About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
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1. Josh Simons, Instructor at Greenville Technical College (00:00:00)

2. Josh’s Career in Auto (00:03:00)

3. Diverse Background for Teaching (00:12:51)

4. Mentors for New Technicians (00:18:13)

5. Understand Flat Rate (00:35:27)

6. Good Manager Qualities (00:42:06)

7. Becoming an Instructor (00:47:13)