Maintenance - Custom Builds - Engine Projects - Fabrication - Alternative Fuels
COMPENSATION
- $120,000+ Base Salary
- Quarterly project-completion bonuses
- Annual performance bonus up to 15% of salary
- Target Total Compensation: $135,000–$175,000+
- Annual pay raises
BENEFITS
- Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits with multiple plans and low employee contribution
- 3-week PTO
- Health Saving Accounts (HSA)
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- All tools, diagnostic equipment, shop equipment, and specialty tools required for the position are provided
- Significant input into workshop design, tooling, equipment purchases, and future development
- Opportunity to hire support personnel as needed
Are you a lead automotive technician tired of flat-rate work, micromanagement, subpar pay, and benefits? Do you want the opportunity to learn new things, lead, learn, and have full autonomy to do what you think is the highest quality option?
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a long-term opportunity to work directly for a single owner while helping build and operate a premier private workshop. The successful candidate will play an important role not only in maintaining vehicles and equipment but also in shaping the workshop's future direction.
This is not a dealership position. There are no retail customers, no service writers, no flat-rate billing requirements, and no pressure to maximize billable hours. The focus is on quality artistry, problem-solving, organization, craftsmanship, and long-term ownership.
The position is initially based in Western Wisconsin. Over time, the role may expand to support workshop facilities, vehicles, equipment, and specialty projects located in both Wisconsin and Tennessee. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help develop and standardize multiple private workshop operations while working on a diverse range of vehicles, equipment, and mechanical projects.
For the right individual, this represents a rare opportunity to become a trusted long-term partner in building and maintaining a unique private collection and workshop operation.
VEHICLES AND PROJECTS
- High-performance engine builds and swaps
- Custom fabrication projects
- Propane (LPG) and alternative-fuel systems
- Classic and collector vehicles
- UTVs and off-road vehicles
- Ranch and utility equipment
- Specialty mechanical equipment
- Performance trucks and SUVs
- Occasional sports cars and European performance vehicles
- Projects range from routine maintenance and diagnostics to complete custom builds, engine conversions, fabrication work, and workshop development.
Expertise in all the above is NOT required. You will have the opportunity to leverage your expertise where needed, learn new skills you want to learn, and outsource the rest.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Perform maintenance and repairs across a diverse collection of vehicles and equipment
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and drivability issues
- Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules
- Maintain vehicles and equipment to high mechanical and cosmetic standards
- Maintain records and documentation related to maintenance and repairs
Performance and Custom Projects
- Engine swaps, upgrades, and rebuilds
- Fuel system design and installation
- Propane (LPG) and alternative-fuel projects
- Fabrication and custom component installation
- Suspension, steering, braking, and drivetrain modifications
- Electrical diagnostics and wiring projects
- Project planning, budgeting, and execution
Workshop Development
- Recommend tools, lifts, diagnostic equipment, and specialty equipment purchases
- Organize shop layout and workflow
- Develop maintenance and project tracking systems
- Manage parts inventory and ordering
- Build relationships with specialty vendors and machine shops
- Identify opportunities to perform more work in-house
- Assist with the future growth of the workshop operation
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Takes pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail
- Enjoys solving complex technical problems
- Prefers quality over speed, but still works to timely completion of all projects
- Self-starter; likes working independently
- Takes ownership of projects and outcomes
- Is highly organized and self-motivated
- Wants long-term stability and a variety of interesting work
TO APPLY
In addition to your resume or work history, you will be asked to provide:
- References
- Photos or descriptions of completed projects
- Examples of fabrication, engine, wiring, diagnostic, restoration, or custom-build work
Tell us about the most challenging project you have completed and what role you played in making it successful.
Pay: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to relocate to Hudson WI with relocation assistance?
Experience:
- professional auto maintenance: 10 years (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
