Mechanic

Intuit, Inc.; Justin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intuit, Inc. is seeking an Automotive Restoration Mechanic in Justin, Texas, to restore and test classic and collector vehicles. You will work on frame-off and ongoing projects, aiming to preserve originality while restoring mechanical function and value.

This role requires meticulous attention, patience, and pride in workmanship, with duties spanning engine, transmission, suspension, steering, and exhaust systems, plus thorough documentation and testing.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical restoration skills for classic cars and trucks.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical systems across engines, transmissions, and suspensions.
• Attention to detail and pride in workmanship for high-value collector vehicles.
• Able to follow factory specifications and restoration guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete mechanical restoration and reassembly of classic and collector vehicles.
• Remove, inspect, rebuild, repair, replace, and reinstall mechanical components.
• Rebuild and install engines, transmissions, differentials, and transfer cases.
• Install and service suspension, steering, and braking systems.
• Rebuild or install carburetors, fuel systems, cooling systems, and exhaust systems.
• Install and service belts, hoses, pumps, bearings, seals, gaskets, and other mechanical components.
• Engine startup, break-in, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Adjust mechanical components to factory specifications or approved restoration specs.
• Perform final mechanical inspections and road-test vehicles when appropriate.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and preserve originality where required.

Skills

Mechanical restoration

Engine rebuilding

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Quality workmanship

Job description

Position Summary

The Automotive Restoration Mechanic is responsible for the mechanical restoration, repair, rebuilding, installation, adjustment, and testing of classic, vintage, and collector automobiles. This position requires a high level of mechanical skill, attention to detail, patience, and pride in workmanship.

The Restoration Mechanic will work on vehicles ranging from partially restored projects to complete frame-off restorations. The ideal candidate understands that classic-car restoration requires more than simply replacing parts—the goal is to properly restore the vehicle's mechanical systems while maintaining the vehicle's originality, appearance, function, and value.

Mechanical Restoration & Assembly

• Perform complete mechanical restoration and reassembly of classic and collector vehicles.

• Remove, inspect, rebuild, repair, replace, and reinstall mechanical components.

• Rebuild and install engines, transmissions, differentials, rear ends, and transfer cases.

• Install and service suspension, steering, and braking systems.

• Rebuild or install carburetors, fuel systems, cooling systems, and exhaust systems.

• Install and service belts, hoses, pumps, bearings, seals, gaskets, and other mechanical components.

• Perform engine startup, break-in, tuning, and troubleshooting.

• Properly adjust mechanical components to factory specifications or approved restoration specifications.

• Perform final mechanical inspections and road-test vehicles when appropriate.

Classic & Vintage Vehicle Expertise

• Work on a variety of classic cars, trucks, muscle cars, hot rods, and collector vehicles.

• Understand differences between original, reproduction, aftermarket, and upgraded components.

• Maintain originality when required by the restoration specifications.

• Identify incorrect, damaged, worn, or improperly installed components.

• Research factory specifications, service procedures, and original equipment when necessary.

• Take care to preserve original components whenever possible.

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, starting, charging, braking, steering, and drivability issues.

• Use diagnostic equipment, meters, gauges, scan tools, and specialty tools as appropriate.

• Troubleshoot problems systematically rather than relying on guesswork.

• Identify potential problems before vehicles reach final assembly or delivery.

• Verify repairs and adjustments through testing and inspection.

Restoration Quality & Workmanship

• Maintain a high standard of workmanship appropriate for high-value collector vehicles.

• Properly route and secure wiring, hoses, fuel lines, brake lines, and mechanical components.

• Protect painted, polished, plated, and finished surfaces during mechanical work.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area.

• Use proper procedures to prevent damage to rare or expensive components.

• Perform work carefully to minimize rework and unnecessary parts replacement.

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately document work performed, parts required, problems discovered, and additional work recommended.

• Communicate project status and mechanical concerns to the Shop Manager or Project Manager.

• Identify parts and materials needed before they become a project delay.

• Work from restoration specifications, work orders, drawings, photographs, and manufacturer documentation.

• Communicate effectively with other technicians, body technicians, painters, fabricators, and management.