High-End Custom Car Mechanical Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMaster-Level Automotive Technician / Builder (Custom Cars & Coachbuilding)

Company: SaltWorks 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 a high-end custom automotive and coachbuilding shop building one-off vehicles at the highest level. Every car is different. Every system is integrated from scratch. Every detail matters.
We need a true mechanic / builder who can think, diagnose, fabricate, and execute.
What You'll Actually Do

• Diagnose 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 SaltWorks, 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:

• 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