How to prepare a first-week plan for a new technician

A new hire's first week sets the tone. A written outline beats improvising.

Day one: introductions and basics. Meet the crew, review safety expectations, hand over keys, logins and the vehicle checklist.
Ride along first. Pair the new person with an experienced tech for the first few jobs.
Show how you talk to customers. Share your greeting, arrival message and end-of-job walkthrough.
Explain paperwork. Walk through how jobs, photos, hours and notes are recorded and when.
Check in at the end of the week. Ask what was unclear and note what to add to the plan.

Common questions

There is no fixed rule. Many shops start with a few days and extend it until the new person is comfortable alone.

General information, not legal or financial advice. Verify with your attorney or accountant.

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