Finding great auto techs used to be tough but now, it’s a full-blown challenge. With the automotive technician shortage intensifying across the US, shops and dealerships are left scrambling to attract, hire, and retain the best.

At Source Recruitment Group, we don’t just fill vacancies. We help businesses build competitive hiring strategies that attract talent in a candidate-short market.

Here’s how to recruit top technicians and mechanics in 2025:

1. Offer Competitive Pay + Signing Bonuses

Top techs know their worth. If your pay doesn’t match market value, they’ll go elsewhere. Consider a signing bonus for fast hires.

2. Highlight Career Growth

Techs want to know they’re not just wrenching forever. Highlight training opportunities, ASE certifications, and internal promotions.

3. Modernize Your Shop

Clean, well equipped shops attract better candidates. A modern environment signals that you value efficiency and employee comfort.

4. Use a Niche Automotive Recruiter

General recruiters may not understand the difference between a C-tech and an A-tech. We do. At Source Recruitment Group, we speak your language  and we know where your ideal candidate is right now.

5. Streamline Your Hiring Process

Long interview processes = lost candidates. Pre-screened talent from Source means you get qualified applicants fast, with zero time wasted.

Pro Tip: The best techs aren’t job hunting they’re working. We find passive candidates actively working in the field and bring them to you.

Don’t wait. If you’re serious about hiring qualified automotive professionals, talk to our team today and let’s build your dream team.

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