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Charging a flat $11.99 on most jobs but more on larger jobs. Current software doesn't allow me to charge a percentage but I am changing software and will probably charge at least 5% with a maximum charge.

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5% parts and labor..max 20.00. Thought about raising it. On big jobs...engines and such I will include an install "package" that is roughly 20% of engine cost. If I overlook something in the est I can generally cover it in that. And if I don't use it the customer gets a lower bill. Haz waste is fixed at $5.00 per ticket.

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I just recently started charging supplies. Right now it's 3% of the ticket and no cap. Honestly wish I would have started this much sooner. I've been doing this for about 3 weeks now and not a single customer has complained. I'm going to be raising the percentage to 6.3%

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      It always amazes me when I hear about a technician who quits one repair shop to go work at another shop for less money. I know you have heard of this too, and you’ve probably asked yourself, “Can this be true? And Why?” The answer rests within the culture of the company. More specifically, the boss, manager, or a toxic work environment literally pushed the technician out the door.
      While money and benefits tend to attract people to a company, it won’t keep them there. When a technician begins to look over the fence for greener grass, that is usually a sign that something is wrong within the workplace. It also means that his or her heart is probably already gone. If the issue is not resolved, no amount of money will keep that technician for the long term. The heart is always the first to leave. The last thing that leaves is the technician’s toolbox.
      Shop owners: Focus more on employee retention than acquisition. This is not to say that you should not be constantly recruiting. You should. What it does means is that once you hire someone, your job isn’t over, that’s when it begins. Get to know your technicians. Build strong relationships. Have frequent one-on-ones. Engage in meaningful conversation. Find what truly motivates your technicians. You may be surprised that while money is a motivator, it’s usually not the prime motivator.
      One last thing; the cost of technician turnover can be financially devastating. It also affects shop morale. Do all you can to create a workplace where technicians feel they are respected, recognized, and know that their work contributes to the overall success of the company. This will lead to improved morale and team spirit. Remember, when you see a technician’s toolbox rolling out of the bay on its way to another shop, the heart was most likely gone long before that.
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