P2 Mechanic
Aoracing · St. Charles, Illinois, US
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- Location
- St. Charles, Illinois, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Posted
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.
You’ll be great at this role if you:
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Collaborate well with mechanics, race engineers, managers, and other supporting team members to efficiently build exceptional race cars.
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Contribute ideas to enhance car performance, reliability, and crew efficiency.
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Maintain open & efficient communication with team members during race weekends.
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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 You’ll Do:
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Travel with the team to races and tests, ensuring the proper functioning of the race car for successful and flawless on-track performance.
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Assist in scheduling build plans and service intervals, effectively communicating them to our passionate mechanics.
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Maintain a thorough understanding of technical specifications, event procedures, and pit lane rules outlined in the rule book.
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Maintaining a professional appearance for our race cars and equipment will be one of your priorities
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Track parts count, current service status, and necessary updates to keep everything running smoothly.
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Ensure all required equipment, spare parts, and car options are properly loaded onto the transporter, ready for action.
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Meeting specified timelines for race car preparation, you'll consistently deliver a high-quality product that sets the standard.
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Accurate post-event teardown and event-related information will be meticulously recorded, leaving no detail behind.
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Safely operate equipment according to recommended safety specifications, utilizing all necessary protective gear.
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Go over the wall in order to service the car during Pit Stops.
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Participate in a workout program designed to maintain physical strength and endurance at a professional level.
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Lead by example, ensuring a seamless flow of tasks and keeping our racing machine running smoothly.
What you’ll need:
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Experience as a Mechanic on an Oreca LMP2, in IMSA, WEC or European Le Mans is _required._
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Your mechanical prowess shines as you effortlessly disassemble, diagnose, inspect, and reassemble race car components to 100% of technical specifications.
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A comprehensive understanding of race car setup specifications and appropriate safety mechanisms for each component.
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Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively conveying information to all team members.
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Proficiency in interpreting and following setup designs for race and test events.
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Your mechanical knowledge is extensive, encompassing components, electronics, and the structural framework of race cars.
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Proficiency in manual machining using tools such as lathes, mills, drill presses, and band saws.
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You're no stranger to precision measurements, utilizing professional precision measuring devices with ease.
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Ability to concentrate on detailed work for extended periods.
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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:
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100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members.
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Life Insurance
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Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
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Retirement Plan
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Parental Leave
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All travel expenses covered
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Modern, clean, and well-equipped shop
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Great team environment and work ethic
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Race team uniform and equipment
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