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AO Racing

P2 Mechanic

AO Racing, Saint Charles, Illinois, United States, 60174

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Job Description Salary: P2 Mechanic AO Racing Team Full Time AO Racing was formed in 2022 with a vision of winning at the top level of motorsports. Starting off with a bang in 2023 by participating the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the World Endurance Championship with our Porsche GT3-R and RSR (Rexy). We have currently expanded the team to a 2 car GTD and LMP2 IMSA program.

Youll be great at this role if you: Collaborate well with mechanics, race engineers, managers, and other supporting team members to efficiently build exceptional race cars. Contribute ideas to enhance car performance, reliability, and crew efficiency. Maintain open & efficient communication with team members during race weekends. Can represent our team and sponsors with style and professionalism. On and off-track, you'll treat partners and their guests with respect, answering their questions and leaving a lasting impression during tours and events.

What Youll Do: Travel with the team to races and tests, ensuring the proper functioning of the race car for successful and flawless on-track performance. Assist in scheduling build plans and service intervals, effectively communicating them to our passionate mechanics. Maintain a thorough understanding of technical specifications, event procedures, and pit lane rules outlined in the rule book. Maintaining a professional appearance for our race cars and equipment will be one of your priorities Track parts count, current service status, and necessary updates to keep everything running smoothly. Ensure all required equipment, spare parts, and car options are properly loaded onto the transporter, ready for action. Meeting specified timelines for race car preparation, you'll consistently deliver a high-quality product that sets the standard. Accurate post-event teardown and event-related information will be meticulously recorded, leaving no detail behind. Safely operate equipment according to recommended safety specifications, utilizing all necessary protective gear. Go over the wall in order to service the car during Pit Stops. Participate in a workout program designed to maintain physical strength and endurance at a professional level. Lead by example, ensuring a seamless flow of tasks and keeping our racing machine running smoothly.

What youll need: Experience as a Mechanic on an Oreca LMP2, in IMSA, WEC or European Le Mans is required. Your mechanical prowess shines as you effortlessly disassemble, diagnose, inspect, and reassemble race car components to 100% of technical specifications. A comprehensive understanding of race car setup specifications and appropriate safety mechanisms for each component. Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively conveying information to all team members. Proficiency in interpreting and following setup designs for race and test events. Your mechanical knowledge is extensive, encompassing components, electronics, and the structural framework of race cars. Proficiency in manual machining using tools such as lathes, mills, drill presses, and band saws. You're no stranger to precision measurements, utilizing professional precision measuring devices with ease. Ability to concentrate on detailed work for extended periods. Ability to work in an environment with hazardous chemicals and fumes, with a demonstrated understanding of emergency safety procedures and proper usage of safety equipment.

Why AO Racing? There are many benefits that come with working with us as a Full-time employee such as: 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members. Life Insurance Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Retirement Plan Parental Leave All travel expenses covered Modern, clean, and well-equipped shop Great team environment and work ethic Race team uniform and equipment