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LIONS AUTOMOBILIA FOUNDATION & MUSEUM

Fleet & Production Manager / Mechanic

LIONS AUTOMOBILIA FOUNDATION & MUSEUM, California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Overview The role of the Fleet and Production Manager/Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance and transportation of vehicles housed in the Lions Automobilia Foundation Museum (LAF). This includes assisting in storage area appearance, outside vehicle fabrication and paint jobs, scheduling projects, and assisting with LAF events setup, tear down, and automotive-related workshops. Also responsible for implementing and managing processes for continuous improvement to increase overall efficiency by minimizing waste and improving products and services in all relevant areas.

Responsibilities Lions Speed Shop – Fab and Paint Shop, plus automotive parts

Communicate with Fab and Paint staff on scheduling and planning internal projects, ensuring processes are safe, efficient and materials are in stock. This includes assigned inter-organization projects to LAF.

Purchasing materials for vehicle & shop projects.

Purchasing shop supplies and equipment as needed.

Manage shop vendors.

Managing upkeep in LAF back shop area and work in conjunction with neighboring organizations and clients.

Source vendors and competitive pricing. Work with the Executive Director to help negotiate potential sponsored products and materials.

Schedule outside customers’ projects.

Quoting project

Scheduling Project and Department time

Sourcing Parts and Materials

Provide back-up support to Fabrication and Paint & Body Departments as needed.

10 years’ preferred experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, including project builds and restoration shop operation.

Foundation Fleet

Manage fleet maintenance

Schedule Service and repairs

General Mechanic Duties

Internal and outside service and repairs.

Manage vehicle maintenance logs

Manage placement and appearance of ALL vehicles on display and in storage.

Oversee vehicles appearance on display

Locate and repair vehicle leaks and clean up

Vehicles to shows

Manage preparation of vehicles and equipment for events, and car shows

Clean & prep

Safety drive check

Check ALL fluid level

Make sure insurance cards and registrations in vehicles are current

Make sure all signage is ready for show

Stage Cars for Car Show Move out

Arrange and deliver vehicles as needed.

Manage prep for Vehicle Rental Service

Prepare vehicles for rental

Clean

Run smoothly

Check all fluid levels

Perform interior and exterior inspections prior to rental and return. Complete written documentation.

Ensure all documents are updated and included in vehicle if required

LAF Event responsibilities

Manage set up and tear down at events.

Maintain the appearance and safety of all event equipment

Assist in managing security at events

Work with vendor set up and tear down.

Assist with heavy lifting at events. Additional help, use of forklift etc.

Administrative Duties

Review and Turn in Team Time Sheets weekly to LAF Admin Dept for billing and PR.

Collect Customer information for LAF Admin. Dept. for billing and invoicing.

Receive orders, check order against packing slip and turn into LAF Admin. Dept.

Manage and reconcile vehicle and shop receipts prior to turning into LAF Admin. Dept.

10 years’ preferred experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, including project builds and restoration shop operation.

Experience and Skills Required

10 years’ preferred experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, including project builds, vehicle service, and restoration shop operation.

Physical Requirements

Mobility & Movement: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and operate vehicles and equipment safely throughout the day.

Lifting & Carrying: Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 lbs. independently; heavier loads with assistance or mechanical aid.

Vision & Hearing: Close and distance vision for inspections and reading instruments; hearing sufficient for detecting mechanical noises and alarms.

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to shop environments with fumes, dust, grease, noise, and mechanical parts; occasional outdoor work in various weather conditions. PPE use required.

Endurance: Ability to work extended shifts, including evenings and weekends, and perform physical labor for 8–10 hours.

Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license; ability to safely operate forklifts, lifts, and related equipment.

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