The Long Haul with George and Paul (Trailer)

This podcast series gathers insights from fleet maintenance managers and other experts in the field who give firsthand insights on how the shortage has impacted their shops. If you’re looking for tips on helping to manage the technician shortage and helping bring the best talent to your team and re…

A national concern, with a local solution

George and Paul discuss the reasons for the shortage of qualified young diesel technicians, including the industry’s failure to proactively engage with local government and trade schools. The hosts also talk about the current generation’s thoughts on work-life balance and how fleets can use mentori…

A Technology Maintenance Council executive talks about how to make sure your local schools are producing talented technicians

George and Paul speak with TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell about working with educational institutions to ensure they are properly preparing young technicians to hit the ground running. Learn more here. Check out tips for recruiting and retaining talent here. Learn more about TMC here.  …

How to build a pipeline for talented technicians who will stay with your fleet for the long haul

George and Paul talk about setting realistic expectations for what new technicians can (and can’t) do, rather than “throwing them to the wolves” on the first day. Learn more here.

We’re not going to take ‘no’ for an answer - connecting the trucking industry with local communities

Betts Company CEO Mike Betts talks with George and Paul in detail about his successful work with local businesses and schools in Fresno, Calf., to set up high-quality educational programs for young technicians. Learn more here.

Upskilling young technicians - Everyone remembers our first day on the job, and in a lot of cases it was a nightmare

George and Paul discuss the key ingredients needed for successful mentoring, and how pairing experienced technicians with new hires helps build loyalty in your employees for years to come. Learn more here. Check out tips for recruiting and retaining talent here.

PepsiCo Senior Fleet Manager - Recognize, reward and replenish your technicians

PepsiCo Senior Fleet Manager Lee Kirby talks with George and Paul about finding and retaining qualified technicians to service a large fleet. Learn more here.

How growing fleets can compete for talent

The co-hosts speak with Marcus Myers, Senior Director of Maintenance and Safety for logistics provider Gulf Relay, about how smaller fleets can overcome the challenges of recruiting, hiring and retaining qualified technicians.  Learn more here. Check out tips for recruiting and retaining talent h…