Automotive Technician

General Announcement:

The Ford Performance Racing School (FPRS) fills a unique role between the motorsports and car culture worlds. We are not a dealership. We provide once-in-a-lifetime automotive experiences for car enthusiasts through performance driving programs, using performance vehicles (Ford Mustang). All while enjoying a regular work schedule! You can be part of a great team performing fun work, with an opportunity to continue learning and growing your career.

 Why choose FPRS:

• No flat rate
• Regular day shifts
• Paid (90%) healthcare premiums for employee
• Generous paid time off—both vacation and sick
• Uniform allotment
• Work on well-maintained fleets (primarily Ford Mustangs)—no customer vehicles
• Additional annual bonus potential

Benefits:

• 401(k) w/ matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

What you will do:

The Automotive Technician team is responsible for the maintenance and repair of FPRS’ fleet of vehicles: Mustang GT, Mustang EcoBoost, Mustang Dark Horse, Heritage Mustangs, Focus, Fiesta, and other support vehicles. This team, plays a crucial role in ensuring that our vehicles are safe, reliable, and performing at their best. 

• Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of FPRS East, its products and its programs
• Troubleshoot vehicle issues, with an emphasis on the FORD SERVICE NET and FORD IDS/FDRS programs, to identify necessary repairs and procedures
• Complete routine maintenance and repairs on engines, brakes, suspension, transmissions, clutches, etc.
• Complete basic to moderate electrical repairs/module programming
• Perform tire dismounting, mounting, and balancing
• Perform vehicle alignments 
• Infrequent, basic fabrication 
• Track parts used on all work performed
• Occasionally assist with vehicle prep, parking, and/or staging

Knowledge and Skills You Possess:

• 2–5 years mechanic experience (in fully functional shop)
• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Adequate computer literacy 
• Ability to interact well with fellow employees
• Demonstrate outstanding service to others 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks in the most productive and appropriate manner
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions based on facts
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills in all situations
• Ability to drive a manual transmission
• Ability to drive a single-vehicle trailer
• Graduate of the Ford Asset Program preferred

Expectations:

• Adhere to an event-driven work schedule—primarily Mon-Fri with some evenings, weekends, and holidays required
• Show respect for others
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Pass background and drug screening
• Maintain current, valid driver’s license and clean driving record 

Physical Demands:

• Working long periods on feet 
• Working increased hours when required by business demand
• Ability to lift up to 75+  pounds unassisted 
• Moderate to high levels of stress may be associated with this position

Language Skills:

• Must be able to communicate in English