We know you’re passionate about your work… but sometimes the shop can be a stressful place. Allowing yourself time to decompress and find balance is important for you, your staff, and your business.

How do you recharge your batteries? Let us know and you could be featured in our latest monthly column, Down Time.

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Apprentice tech leaves it all on the field 

By Sarah Voigt

One shot, and he was hooked.

Steve Herteis, a third-year apprentice technician has been playing paintball in a competitive Ontario league for five years now.

He says it’s the best way to de-stress after a long week at the shop.

“When you’re on the field, nothing else matters. The rush of adrenaline is what I love most about the game. It’s so addictive!”

Steve is one of 12 members of the Essex Distortion tournament team, based out of Kitchener-Waterloo, Ont.

During the paintball season, the team meets at least once a week for practice, and competes in several tournaments throughout Ontario.

“Whether we win or lose, we always have fun. I’ve made so many new friends through paintball, it’s a real community sport.”

While he admits, it’s not all about winning; he does have a competitive attitude on the field. Last year he bought a purple gun, his team colours, and he even bought purple cleats to match.

“You have to look the part! I’m always looking for new guns and accessories to improve my game.”

Since he started out in 2009, he has certainly improved. Last year his team ranked third overall, and earned themselves a cash prize of $3000.