Traveling Garage Technician

SportsMEDIA Technology Corp. • Charlotte, NC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Traveling Garage Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting SMT’s tracking and telemetry systems on IndyCars during race weekends and testing sessions. You will team up with the Technical Production Manager while on-site to assist in resolving motorsports teams’ issues as they arise during race weekends. You will also work with IndyCar and Team personnel to ensure data is being received as expected. When not working in the garage, you will help the on-site crew throughout race weekends.

This job requires domestic travel throughout the motorsports season, running from February to September.

Requirements

• Strong troubleshooting skills and proficiency with hand tools and cabling.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Physical capability to lift equipment and work in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous motorsports or broadcast technology experience preferred.
• Knowledge of RF systems and wireless data transmission preferred.
• Technical certifications in electronics or related fields.

Nice To Haves

• Previous motorsports or broadcast technology experience preferred.
• Knowledge of RF systems and wireless data transmission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installing hardware, sensors, GPS modules, antennas, and wiring on IndyCars.
• Diagnosing and resolving hardware or connectivity issues quickly under time constraints.
• Providing on-site technical support during practice, qualifying, and race sessions.
• Performing system checks, calibration, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance; Perform preventative maintenance
• Documenting service actions, technical issues, and performance metrics after each event.

Benefits

• Your work will directly contribute to the success of our SMT teams, driving innovation and changing the game of sports broadcast, events and data collection technology in motorsports.
• All travels costs (airfare, lodging) are covered by SMT, including a daily stipend while on the road.
• You’ll get to grow your motorsports, data collection and broadcast knowledge while learning from some of the best in their field.
• Often described as feeling like a start-up with a 40 year track record of serving sports leagues and broadcast partners, this team offers the chance to collaborate with experts in their fields, grow within the company and be valued for your contributions. You will get to see your work enjoyed by millions of fans across the world!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees