Off-Road Racing Shop Technician: Prep & Support

Socket.dev; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a motivated Automotive / Race Shop Technician to support the daily operations of a professional off-road racing team. You will assist with vehicle preparation, maintenance, and shop organization while ensuring safety and quality workmanship.

The role involves travel to races and events, collaboration with a high-performance team, and handling inventory, tools, and parts. A hands-on attitude and ability to work evenings and weekends are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of automotive, powersports, fabrication, diesel, or motorsports experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Experience with off-road race vehicles, UTVs, trophy trucks, high-performance vehicles, fabrication, welding, race support, inventory control, or forklift operation is a plus.
• Knowledge of suspension systems, drivetrains, and racing equipment preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25-50% and work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance, inspection, repair, and preparation of race vehicles and support equipment.
• Perform routine service, diagnostics, component replacement, and race-ready inspections.
• Prepare, clean, and detail vehicles for competition, testing, and promotional events.
• Install and maintain race components while ensuring safety and performance standards.
• Travel to races, test sessions, and promotional events.
• Support vehicle setup, pit operations, race-day activities, and emergency repairs.
• Load, transport, unload, and organize vehicles, trailers, tools, parts, and equipment.
• Represent the team professionally with sponsors, fans, vendors, and event personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Track, organize, receive, stock, and manage inventory of parts, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain shop equipment and support inventory control processes.
• Follow all team safety procedures and maintain a hazard-free workplace.
• Ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Verify vehicles and equipment meet applicable safety standards.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a motivated Automotive / Race Shop Technician to support the daily operations of a professional off-road racing team. You will assist with vehicle preparation, maintenance, and shop organization while ensuring safety and quality workmanship.

The role involves travel to races and events, collaboration with a high-performance team, and handling inventory, tools, and parts. A hands-on attitude and ability to work evenings and weekends are essential for success in this