High Performance Engine Builder

Karl GMC; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Competitive pay-for-performance

Medical/dental/vision and life保险

Job summary

Karl Chevrolet Inc. in Ankeny, IA, is seeking an automotive engine builder to design, assemble, and tune engines for maximum power, efficiency and reliability. The role emphasizes teamwork, strong time management, and a customer‑focused attitude.

Ideal candidates have previous engine-building experience and a clean driver’s license. ASE certification is preferred but not required, and the company offers training, a pay-for-performance compensation plan, and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive engine building.
• ASE certification preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong time management and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble and tune engines to achieve maximum power, efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure workmanship meets Karl Kustoms standards.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Team orientation

Technology use

Engine building experience

Education

ASE certification (preferred)

Job description

Other Salaries Kustom Shop Full Time Manual Labor Karl Chevrolet Inc., Ankeny, IA, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 1706

Who We Are:

The Karl Automotive Group is a growing, nationally recognized dealer group that encompasses all domestic brands such as: Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram as well as the custom and performance industry leader with Karl Kustoms.

We work as a team to provide each customer with a best in class industry automotive experience. Honesty, integrity, trust and respect are at the cornerstones of how we treat our customers and each other setting the foundation for a world class work environment.

If this sounds like an organization you would like a career with, come join our industry leading team today!

What You Will Do:

At Karl Kustoms this specialized engine builder is responsible for designing, assembling and tuning engines to achieve maximum power, efficiency and reliability.

The Ideal Candidate Should:

• Be highly motivated and goal-oriented
• Possess strong time management skills
• Have a strong desire to provide outstanding customer service
• Have a positive attitude with the desire to grow personally and professionally
• Team oriented
• Possess the ability to use technology applicable to role, and to access information necessary to complete daily responsibilities
• Have previous experience in automotive engine building
• Be ASE certified but not required
• Have a clean and valid drivers license

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to build a great career with continual training and a management team committed to your success
• An aggressive pay for performance compensation plan that rewards your hard work
• Competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life Insurance

Karl Chevrolet is an Equal Opportunity Employer