Number 2 Technician - GTP

Heart of Racing Team; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Company sponsored healthcare

Job summary

Heart of Racing Team in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an experienced Race Car Mechanic/Technician for a full-time role with travel to races and in-shop work. The position focuses on high-level GT and Prototype race cars, demanding precision and teamwork.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in motorsport, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to adapt to rapid development and changing requirements while communicating effectively within the crew.

Qualifications

• Background in high-level motorsport
• Experience as a mechanic in GT/Prototype race cars preferred
• Ability to diagnose, disassemble, inspect and reassemble race car components to spec
• Ability to interpret setup designs for race and test events
• Proficient with precision measuring devices
• Excellent attention to detail and focus for extended periods
• Experience in pit stops for GT and Prototype racing preferred

Responsibilities

• Travel with the team to races and tests; work daily in shop when not on the road
• Maintain understanding of technical specifications, event procedures, and pit lane rules
• Keep race cars and equipment clean and presentable in shop and on track
• Track parts count, service status, and updates to keep operations running smoothly
• Assist in loading equipment, spare parts, and car options onto transporter
• Meet deadlines for race car preparation and deliver high-quality products
• Participate in setup and teardown for paddock and/or pit lane
• Operate equipment safely with required protective gear
• Support teammates to keep tasks flowing smoothly

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Team player

Communication

Willingness to travel domestically

Education

Technical education in automotive mechanics

Job description

Overview

Number 2 GTP Technician | Travel & In-Shop | Full Time Position

We're looking for an experienced Race Car Mechanic/Technician to join our team of professionals competing at the top level of North American sportscar racing. We’re after someone with a solid background in high-level motorsport, who takes real pride in their craft and enjoys being part of a close-knit crew, both in the workshop and at the racetrack.

About You

• Background as an F1, F2, F3, Hypercar, or LMP2 technician at a comparable level of motorsport
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the racing industry, including at least 3 years as a Mechanic
• Strong mechanical skills and knowledge of GT and Prototype race cars is imperative
• Adaptable and quick to pick up rapid development and changing technical requirements
• A true team player who works closely and communicates well with all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of IMSA and WEC championships is beneficial but not essential; IMSA experience preferred
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a roll-up-the-sleeves work ethic
• Completion of a technical education, preferably in automotive mechanics or a related field
• Authorized to work in the USA; willing and able to travel domestically with the team

Qualifications

• Effortlessly disassemble, diagnose, inspect, and reassemble race car components to 100% of technical specifications
• Comprehensive understanding of race car setup specifications and appropriate safety mechanisms for each component
• Proficiency in interpreting and following setup designs for race and test events
• Extensive mechanical knowledge spanning components, electronics, and the structural framework of race cars
• Comfortable using professional precision measuring devices
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to concentrate on detailed work for extended periods
• Organized, accurate, and meticulous in your approach to work
• Experience in pit stops both GT and Prototype preferred

Responsibilities

• Travel with the team to races and tests, ensuring the race car performs flawlessly on track
• Work daily in shop when not on the road
• Maintain a thorough understanding of technical specifications, event procedures, and pit lane rules
• Maintain a professional appearance for our race cars and equipment, in the shop and at the track — and promote cleanliness across the team
• Track parts count, service status, and required updates to keep everything running smoothly
• Assist in the loading of equipment, spare parts, and car options onto the transporter
• Meet deadlines for race car preparation, consistently delivering a high-quality product
• Participate in Set-Up and Tear Down for Paddock and/or Pit Lane
• Safely operate equipment per recommended safety specifications, using all necessary protective gear
• Support fellow team members to keep tasks flowing and the whole operation running smoothly

Work Environment

This role requires work at both the racetrack and the workshop in Scottsdale, AZ. Given the demands of a professional race program, extended hours and some weekend work should be expected.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• Company Sponsored Healthcare