We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Race Car Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and build of race cars, overseeing car performance, safety, reliability, and technical inspection compliance.
Job Description:
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years' experience as chief mechanic in Indycar, Sports Cars or F1 series race cars. Recent experience in British GT or SRO-sanctioned events is a bonus. They will be responsible for communicating with mechanics, managers, race engineers and supporting departments to build race cars, ensuring all components of the car are safely joined, bolted, or otherwise secured.
Key Responsibilities:
* Travel with the team to races and tests to ensure the car is properly functioning in preparation for successful on-track performance.
* Develop ideas that will increase car performance, reliability, and pit-crew efficiency.
* Meet specified deadlines for race car preparation while producing a quality product.
* Prepare information regarding pre-event preparation for crew and post-event meeting information for race weekends and testing.
* Maintain accurate records of post-event teardown and event information.
* Participate in a fitness program designed to maintain professional level strength and endurance.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A complete understanding of set-up specifications for race cars and the appropriate safety mechanisms for each component.
* The ability to communicate effectively with all team members.
* Professional level performance criteria to be a member of the pit crew.
* An intimate knowledge of mechanical components, electronics, and structural framework of race cars.
* Manual experience using lathe, mill, drill press, or band saw.
* Proficiency in using precision measuring devices.
* Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.
* Computer skills including Microsoft Office programs: Excel, Word, Teams, One Note, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive.
Benefits:
This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the chance to develop new skills and take on new challenges. You will be part of a talented team of professionals who are passionate about racing and committed to excellence.