Hendrick Motorsports Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 Hendrick Motorsports is currently seeking an experienced 5-Lug Pit Crew member, who is a specialized high-performance athlete and technician responsible for coordinated 5-Lug high-speed motorsport pit stops. Core Responsibilities: Over-the-Wall Pit Duties: Leap over the wall during live pit stops to change tires, refuel, jack up the car, or make chassis/wedge adjustments. Training and Practice: Attend regular team workouts, strength-conditioning sessions, and pit practice drills managed by pit crew and sports performance coaches. Travel and Race Weekend Support: Travel to races across 37+ weekends per year, assist with setting up and tearing down the pit area, and maintain pit equipment. Rule Compliance: Learn and follow all NASCAR series rules and safety regulations Specific Over-the-Wall Roles: Jackman: Sprints around the car with a 30-pound jack, lifts the 3,400-pound race car with a single pump, and hangs right-front and left-rear tires. Tire Changers (2): Use high-powered impact wrenches to quickly loosen and fasten single lug nuts on the wheels. Tire Carrier: Carries and replaces fresh tires onto the car. Fueler (Gas Man): Connects heavy fuel cans to rapidly refuel the race car. Key Responsibilities: Pit Stop Execution: Operate a high-torque pneumatic impact gun to strip, remove, and torque 5-lug wheel assemblies with zero margin for error. Athletic & Drill Training: Participate in daily strength, agility, and hand-eye coordination drills, alongside weekly multi-hour pit-stop rehearsals. Film Analysis & Performance Review: Review slow-motion pit stop footage with coaches and crew chiefs to analyze splits, shave fractions of a second off execution times, and correct mechanical flaws. Shop & Maintenance Duties: Assist shop mechanics with car setup, suspension checks, tire gluing/stacking, and pit equipment maintenance. Rule Compliance & Safety: Adhere strictly to sanctioning body (e.g., NASCAR/IMSA) pit lane safety rules, tire-handling protocols, and equipment standards. Travel & Schedule Flexibility: Travel to national and international race weekends on a demanding multi-month schedule. Key Qualifications: Athletic Background: Prior collegiate, semi-professional, or professional athletic experience is typically required. Physical Fitness: Ability to independently lift and carry 100+ lbs, sprint, jump, and perform explosive physical movements under extreme pressure. Coordination & Coachability: Exceptional hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and a willingness to accept continuous coaching. Availability: Willingness to work a heavy travel schedule (weekends and holidays) and undergo periodic drug screenings Core Competencies & Skills Section: Technical Skills: Pneumatic Impact Wrenches, 5-Lug Wheel Mechanics, Tire & Rubber Management, Pit Equipment Operation, Car Setup Basics. Physical & Athletic Skills: Explosive Speed & Agility, Hand-Eye Coordination, High-Stressed Reaction Time, Heavy Lifting (100+ lbs). Soft Skills: High-Pressure Decision Making, Team Synchronization, Coachability, Situational Awareness. Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Hendrick Motorsports provides a one-of-a-kind working experience where a diverse group of highly talented team members can work together to achieve a common goal. We are committed to embracing innovation with intensity to perform at the highest level expected by our dedicated sponsors and fans worldwide. Hendrick Motorsports continuously seeks skilled and talented individuals who are motivated and passionate about helping us meet our goals.

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