Air-Cooled Master Porsche Technician / Mechanic
Location: Westmont, IL OR Northbrook, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
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We are seeking a highly skilled Air-Cooled Master Porsche Technician / Mechanic to join our elite team specializing in classic Porsche restoration, maintenance, and performance tuning. If you're a technician or mechanic with hands-on experience working on vintage Porsche 356s, long-hood 911s, G-Body Carreras, 964s, and other air-cooled legends — this is your chance to do what you love in a shop that truly respects the craft.
This is not a flat-rate production line — this is a professional, detail-oriented environment built around experienced technicians and passionate mechanics who understand what these vehicles mean to the world.
✅ Technician / Mechanic Responsibilities:
- Perform full mechanical restoration and service on vintage, air-cooled Porsche models
- Diagnose drivability, mechanical, and electrical issues specific to air-cooled engines and systems
- Conduct engine and transmission rebuilds — top-end and full rebuilds strongly preferred
- Complete concours-level upgrades, maintenance, and performance modifications
- Collaborate with fellow technicians, mechanics, and the restoration team to plan and execute builds
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional technician workspace
- Uphold the highest standard of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and mechanical excellence
🔧 Technician / Mechanic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on air-cooled Porsche technician or mechanic experience
- Deep mechanical knowledge of Porsche air-cooled engines, suspensions, and chassis systems
- Proven experience rebuilding engines and transmissions (full builds a major plus)
- Real-world diagnostic skills — more than just reading manuals
- Strong sense of pride in your work as a technician or mechanic, with attention to historical accuracy and quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a tight-knit team of like-minded professionals
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
💰 What We Offer Technicians and Mechanics:
- Top-tier pay based on technician skill level and experience
- Opportunity to work on some of the most iconic and rare Porsche builds in the country
- A fully equipped, climate-controlled mechanic’s shop with high-end tools and equipment
- Health insurance, paid time off, and holidays
- Relocation assistance for the right technician
- A respectful, passionate culture built around real mechanics and the love of air-cooled Porsches
🚘 Why This Shop is Different:
We are a technician-first, detail-driven shop that treats every classic Porsche like the work of art it is. You'll be part of a team of master mechanics who share your passion and speak your language. No shortcuts. No drama. Just craftsmanship.
Ready to turn wrenches on the cars that started it all?
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