Mechanic

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Works with Chief Mechanic to ensure all cars are built to spec. as per build and set-up sheets

Responsible for (but not limited to) ensuring race cars are properly functioning, safe and meet technical specifications.

Involved in daily, weekly, monthly execution of build and service schedules.

Keep work area clean and organized.

Assist with ensuring that all required items of equipment, spare parts, etc. are loaded on transporter.

Identify safety hazards and report risks.

Help other team members on other duties.

Professionally represent the Andretti brand and its sponsors on and off the track.

This position requires extensive domestic travel throughout the year (approx. 100 days per year)

This role may require working hours outside of the traditional “8 to 5” working environment, including weekends as needed.

This position participates in the workout program designed to maximize strength and endurance to remain competitive at a professional level.

Education, Knowledge, and Skills:

Knowledge of mechanical components, electronics, and structural framework of race cars

Experience using one or more of the following: lathe, mill, drill press, band saw

Must be proficient in using precision measuring devices

Magnaflux & Zyglo non-destructive inspection certification desired but not required

High attention to detail and strong organizational skills required. Must have excellent communication skills and be willing and able to work as part of a small team

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand for up to 90% of the time, stoop, crouch, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands arms and talk andhear. Moderate to heavy lifting is frequently required. close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus]. This position requires employee to be able to travel (domestically, internationally).

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate.