Post Race Mechanic

Hendrick Motorsports • Concord, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for removing mechanical systems and components of the car, such as brakes, suspension, driveline, steering, cooling system and exhaust system. Responsible for making technical decisions based on knowledge, experience, and direction from other departments, including Engineering. Responsible for car and component disassembly, cleaning, servicing and documentation in both written and electronic form.

Requirements

• Accountability - Accept responsibility and account for his/her own actions.
• Analytical Skills - Possess critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve a problem.
• Accuracy - Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Detail Oriented - Pays attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Communication, Written - Demonstrates an ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers all having varying degrees of education and background.
• Reliability - Demonstrates being dependable and trustworthy.
• Repairing - Repairing items using needed tools and equipment.
• Troubleshooting - Determining the causes of operating errors and deciding the action to take.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• GED High School Diploma
• 3-5 years
• Basic Computer skills to utilize timekeeping system.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
• Ability to travel if needed.
• Ability to teach others and lead by example.
• Thorough understanding of mechanical components and car systems.
• Owning and utilizing personal tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of measuring tools and calipers.
• Ability to follow specific and detailed procedures.
• Strong ability to problem solve.
• Basic fabrication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.
• The position requires regular and predictable attendance.
• Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Required to frequently reach outward, reach above shoulder level, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, bend, lift/carry up to 100 pounds and push/pull up to 40 pounds.
• Required to constantly stand, walk, manually manipulate, lift/carry up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 25 pounds.
• Required to occasionally sit, and push/pull over 100 pounds.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

• Magnafluxing certification preferred
• Romer proficiency preferred
• Prefer basic machining skills.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, and/or replace steering and suspension components.
• Disassemble, inspect, and take samples from components for review and inspection.
• Removal of engine, driveline, and all related components
• Cleaning of chassis, hoses, tethers and other related components
• Tracking / Updating mileage in a computer-based database system
• Pressure checking oil and water lines
• Ability to work with vehicles from multiple racing series

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED