Thats what I'm trying to figure out, what do YOU PEOPLE think the qualifications should be to be called a table mechanic????what are the certifications for a table mechanic?
Thats what I'm trying to figure out, what do YOU PEOPLE think the qualifications should be to be called a table mechanic????what are the certifications for a table mechanic?
Some of the best technicians in alot of fields are a-holes, they are great at what the do but their people skills can be a little lacking.not be a total a-hole for one.
Knows wtf they are doing. How to deliver without damage. Knows how to spell level and execute. Understands proper cloth installation. Can address factory imperfections. Does not go home with extra parts.the qualifications should be to be called a table mechanic????
Proper Setup and Leveling of Tables (All Sizes)As the title says, what's the minimum skills required to be considered a table mechanic?
And what if you have a so called "table mechanic" that don't actually rebuild the rails, but in fact pays a third party to do all that work, would you still consider that so called "mechanic" a table mechanic? I'd consider that person a table flipper, because they're not actually doing ANY of the technical work!Proper Setup and Leveling of Tables (All Sizes)
Replacing bed and rail cloth (staple and glue; All Sizes)
Pool Table Cloth Knowledge (All Brands)
Rail Work including recalibrating subrails, subrail replacement, extending subrails, cutting proper pocket geometry
Proper Cushion Replacement
Cushion Knowledge (All profiles and brands)
General Cosmetic Restoration Knowledge/Skills
Proper Table Lighting Knowledge
Mechanical Problem Solving Skills
If they farm the job and it’s up to standard that certainly counts. I commend them for not going over their head.And what if you have a so called "table mechanic" that don't actually rebuild the rails, but in fact pays a third party to do all that work, would you still consider that so called "mechanic" a table mechanic? I'd consider that person a table flipper, because they're not actually doing ANY of the technical work!
And what if you have a so called "table mechanic" that don't actually rebuild the rails, but in fact pays a third party to do all that work, would you still consider that so called "mechanic" a table mechanic? I'd consider that person a table flipper, because they're not actually doing ANY of the technical work!
This ^^^If they farm the job and it’s up to standard that certainly counts. I commend them for not going over their head.
If they are honest and up front about not being able to do certain jobs and farm it out to someone that is well qualified and does excellent work I'm not upset about that.If they farm the job and it’s up to standard that certainly counts. I commend them for not going over their head.
That was my point, farming out the work to be done still don't make the person doing the farming out, a table mechanic, it just makes them a contactor!If they are honest and up front about not being able to do certain jobs and farm it out to someone that is well qualified and does excellent work I'm not upset about that.
It does bother me when they claim they do all the work then farm it out to someone else then take the credit for someone else's work. Or they say they can do the job but have no experience doing it and screw it up.
All they are is a 3rd party booking agency, deceiving the public into believing they have certified mechanics working for them nationwide, when in fact, they don't!!I think we've been down the "certified" table mechanic deal before, resulting in the ABIA ( I think it was called) and Jeff Black which was a farce. Seems they are still at it here.
Exactly.All they are is a 3rd party booking agency, deceiving the public into believing they have certified mechanics working for them nationwide, when in fact, they don't!!
Pat, Pooltables911Exactly.
I can't remember who in this group used to have great things to say about that outfit.
The mechanic farms the rails to Mark G. for example... The mechanic's final product is first class....the table meets your standard (or industry standards) when finished.That was my point, farming out the work to be done still don't make the person doing the farming out, a table mechanic, it just makes them a contactor!
I'd guess a little more than a handful.How many competent mechanic's have the shop/knowledge to do full course rail work?
Electricians in my neck of the woods can only be considered one with certification. I know this because I have to pay yearly renewal...lolDo electricians and plumbers have to be certified?
I agree... I can take on and farm out complete table overhauls. That doesn't qualify me as a mechanic. Just a dude that knows who to call and makes some margin.That was my point, farming out the work to be done still don't make the person doing the farming out, a table mechanic, it just makes them a contactor!
I'm thinking that's the point. Really boils down to the definition of mechanic. Is an automechanic not one because he only replaces the gears in a transmission, rather cut new ones...?Yes they are a "qualified" mechanic. Yes they are "contractors". Farming the rails...they have to be handled properly...removed/transported/reinstalled. If we're talking about an all around 1 man show that would be a table builder.(I guess). How many competent mechanic's have the shop/knowledge to do full course rail work?
Do electricians and plumbers have to be certified?