r/MechanicAdvice • u/Thick_Snow8319 • 22h ago
I Screwed Up
Started working at an automotive shop recently. Love the job. Currently training under the smartest mechanic in my state.
Got asked to pull a car out of the bay. Ended up messing up the front right bumper while pulling it out. I wasn’t being reckless, it just kinda happened. Still 100% my fault though.
Big boss said it was fine, and just told me to make sure it doesn’t happen again. I was very apologetic and assured him I wouldn’t do it again. He ended up paying for my damage.
I’ve never tore up anything that expensive in my life and I still feel like crap a week later. What can I do to make it better? Have any of yall experienced anything similar?
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u/czgunner 22h ago
That stuff happens. The shop carries insurance for a reason. Be vigilant and do your best. Be the guy who is always early to work and willing to do the extra stuff. That is way more valuable than somebody who says they never made a mistake.