High-End Custom Car Mechanical Technician

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saltworks fabSarasota (FL)

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Job Description: Master-Level Automotive Technician / Builder (Custom Cars & Coachbuilding)
Company: Salt Works MFG
Location: Sarasota, FL
Job Type: Full-Time We are not a dealership. If your skillset is scanning codes and swapping parts, this is not your lane. We are ahigh-end custom automotive and coachbuilding shopbuilding one-off vehicles at the highest level. Every car is different. Every system is integrated from scratch. Every detail matters. We need atrue mechanic / builderwho can think, diagnose, fabricate, and execute. What You’ll Actually DoDiagnose and solve complex mechanical and electrical problems without a playbook Assemble full vehicles from bare chassis to final delivery Integrate drivetrains, suspension systems, braking systems, and electronics Work with custom and OEM components in the same build Collaborate with fabrication, trim, and engineering teams Own your work—quality, function, and finish
What We’re Looking For: 3+ years hands-on experience (custom, restoration, race, or high-end performance preferred) Strong diagnostic ability (not just parts replacement) Deep understanding of: Engine systems (LS, LT, Coyote, etc.) Suspension geometry and setup Electrical systems and wiring integration Ability to problem-solve without constant direction Pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail Bonus Skills (Not Required, But Valuable)Experience with custom builds or hot rods Ability to fabricate or modify components as needed Familiarity with CAN systems, aftermarket ECUs, or wiring systems Experience working alongside CAD/CNC and engineering teams What You Won’t Be Doing Flat rate work Warranty jobs Repetitive dealership tasks Being micromanaged What You Get Work on some of the highest-end custom builds in the country A team that cares about quality, not shortcuts Clean, organized, professional shop environment Competitive pay based on skill level Opportunity to grow into leadership roles Our Standard At Salt Works, we operate on: Do it Right Customer First Quality is Job 1 Cleanliness Imagination Teamwork If that resonates, you’ll fit here.
How to Apply: Send:thom@saltworksmfg.com Put "I want to be a Saltworks Builder"In Subject. Resume (or work history) Photos or examples of builds you’ve worked on Short note on why this type of work fits you

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