WOTPod 022 | Joey B – Mercedes-Benz Shop Foreman on Technician Development & Flat Rate Pay

Mercedes-Benz Shop Foreman Joey B joins WOTPod to break down technician development, flat rate vs hourly pay systems, dealership leadership, and what real mastery looks like inside a service department.If you’re an automotive technician, dealership tech, shop foreman, or fixed ops leader, this conversation dives deep into:• How to become a shop foreman• Flat rate vs hourly pay for technicians• Why certifications don’t always equal real skill• Automotive technician mentorship systems• Training entry-level techs without burning them out• Building efficiency inside a dealership shop• Creating a growth culture in the service departmentJoey shares how he structures pay progression, mentors young automotive technicians, balances productivity with development, and leads inside a Mercedes-Benz dealership environment.This episode is for technicians who want to grow, leaders who want to retain talent, and shops that want long-term performance — not short-term production spikes.1% better every episode.Join us on Patreon for exclusive automotive leadership content and behind-the-scenes conversations: https://www.patreon.com/c/WOTPod