Octane Raceway - Mechanic

Octane Entertainment; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Octane Raceway in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a mechanic responsible for keeping a fleet of go-karts safe and ready for daily operation. You will follow established procedures to repair, service, and maintain the shop and karts, while ensuring a clean, safe environment for co-workers and guests.

The role requires working shifts including nights, weekends and holidays, with potential exposure to outdoor conditions and near moving parts. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and hear English.
• Willing to work all shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working near moving machinery and in varied weather.

Responsibilities

• Ensure karts are safely prepared, in good condition and ready for daily operation.
• Operate karts and shop equipment following company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat, safe and orderly shop environment.
• Communicate with Shop Manager, Track Managers, Track Marshals and General Manager about issues.
• Inspect and service karts; replace tires, batteries and worn parts as needed.
• Perform routine weekly kart inspections and assist with shop workload and projects.
• Help other departments and keep the area clean and professional.
• Identify and track failure trends to prevent recurring issues.

Job description

Mechanic:As a mechanic, the first and most important responsibility of all is to ensure the safety and general well-being of co-workers, drivers, and visitors. The track is the primary attraction at Octane Raceway and having a fleet of karts in proper working condition is vital to the success of the venue.

Specific Responsibilities

• Proper use of safety equipment: safety glasses, welding jacket, gloves, face shield, helmet, safety belt etc.
• Proper use of tools: no chrome sockets on air tools etc.; use tools for their intended purpose.
• Operate karts in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the facility in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Keep an open line of communication with Shop Manager, Track Managers, Track Marshals, and General Manager on all relevant issues.
• Ensure that properly prepared karts, in adequate numbers, are ready for the day. A properly prepared kart is safe, fully decaled, clean, and runs excellently.
• Assist in the operation of the shop so the workload and various special projects can be completed. This includes properly filled out work orders and keeping track of parts used/needed.
• Repair vehicles to the highest quality standards.
• Mount and dismount tires.
• Charge new stock of batteries.
• Perform weekly kart inspections.
• Have the “fleet” attitude; if it happens to a few it could be a trend.
• The ability to notice and track failure trends.

Miscellaneous Duties:

• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Keeping the shop and adjacent area clean, neat and sanitary.
• Maintain a courteous and professional attitude with co-workers.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work all shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• May be indoor or outdoor setting depending on occasion with varied weather conditions.
• Will work near moving or mechanical parts.
• May work near toxic/caustic chemicals and with fumes or airborne particles.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to speak, read and hear English.
• Must have close and distant vision.
• Must be able to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent walking, standing and moving between tight spaces.
• Will walk for extended for long periods of time, possibly for extended distances.
• Frequently lifts/carries up to 50 lbs to chest height.
• Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Able to reach hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly.