Job description

Overview
As our shop continues to grow, we are looking for a motivated, highly skilled, intelligent Assembly Technician to join our team. We service and restore classic cars from every era, from vintage racers and weekend warriors to concours winners and museum pieces. This role involves working on classic cars from a variety of manufacturers, including but not limited to Mercedes, Jaguar, Ferrari, Porsche, GM, Ford, Chrysler, and countless now defunct marques. The ideal candidate is a well organized, responsible individual who enjoys learning new skills and takes instruction well. Regardless of experience level, this is a specialized and rewarding career opportunity.

Responsibilities

  • Initial evaluation and diagnosis to assist in generating project plans.

  • Hands on restoration and assembly on a wide variety of collector cars.

  • Understanding of vehicle systems along with the technologies that created them.

  • Respect for the historical, mechanical and cosmetic integrity of clients' vehicles.

  • Accurately and consistently record job hours and tasks performed.

  • Test and refine projects to ensure quality and reliability.

  • Represent our establishment professionally at all times.

  • Perform tasks with precision and mindfulness to meet the needs of our clients.

Requirements

  • Professional experience as an automotive technician or specialist.

  • A sound theoretical understanding of all aspects of collector vehicles, including engines, transmissions, differential gearing, electrical systems, suspension and brake systems.

  • Punctuality and dependability.

  • Verbal and written communication skills.

  • Time awareness, the ability to set and meet goals, and deadline management.

  • Personal tool inventory and knowledge of proper use.

  • Enthusiasm for learning and growing your career: the ability to think quickly and learn as you go is an invaluable asset.

  • Professional work habits, including a clean and organized work area.

  • Respect for the rarity, quality and value of our clients' vehicles.

ARI offers a constructive and positive working environment, with compensation based on experience. Both health care and 401(k) options are available.

Job Type: Full time

Pay: Compensation based on experience

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • No nights

  • No weekends

  • Year round work

Supplemental Pay:

  • Overtime pay

Work Location: In person, Stratford, CT