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Vehicle Handler

  • Emplacement
    • Warren, Michigan
  • Type d'emploi Full time
  • Posté
  • Job Requisition JR-202616873

Description

General Motors Design is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician / Vehicle Handler to support the management, maintenance, and presentation of Design Historical Vehicles, Design Concept Vehicles, and General Motors Heritage vehicles. This role is responsible for ensuring these vehicles are properly maintained, operational, and show-ready in accordance with directions from Design Leadership and the Communications team.

In this position, you will travel both locally and nationally to support vehicle operations, safeguard vehicle integrity, and assist with on-site presentations at shows and events. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical expertise, performed with the highest level of care and attention to detail, given the priceless and one-of-a-kind nature of these prototype vehicles.
 

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with internal teams and external suppliers to support the Design fleet, as well as work directly with GM executives and leadership before and during show events. Strong mechanical and electrical intuition, creativity, flexibility, and problem-solving skills are essential to ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standards and perform flawlessly in high-visibility environments.

If you have a passion for automotive history, innovation, and craftsmanship—and enjoy working with iconic vehicles that showcase the past, present, and future of GM—we encourage you to apply.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the shipping, transportation, and handling of all GM Design Concept and Historical vehicles, always ensuring safe and secure movement.
  • Lead and collaborate with UAW Skilled Trades personnel in the maintenance, repair, and preparation of vehicles.
  • Drive the implementation, documentation, and continuous improvement of Best Practices and Standardized Work processes.
  • Perform hands-on mechanical and electrical repairs and maintenance on Design Concept and Historical vehicles.
  • Maintain open, clear, and effective communication between management and hourly technicians.
  • Develop and maintain detailed records for each historical vehicle, including operating procedures and safe-handling guidelines.
  • Ensure accurate and thorough documentation of all repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities performed on each vehicle.
  • Travel on short notice, including occasional extended travel assignments.
  • Maintain a highly organized, clean, and safe Mechanical Assembly work area.
  • Demonstrate flexibility to work extended hours and adjust schedules between day and afternoon shifts as required.
     

Additional Job Description
Required Skills and Experience:

  • Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on experience working with machine tools, measurement devices, and mechanical tools; candidate must supply personal tools.
  • Proven ability to rebuild engines, transmissions, chassis components, and complete vehicle interior systems.
  • Strong working knowledge of tools, materials, equipment, and manufacturing or repair processes relevant to the assigned area.
  • Advanced automotive mechanical and electrical skills required to diagnose and troubleshoot concept and historical vehicles.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform immediate, on-the-spot vehicle repairs, including cosmetic, electrical, and mechanical work.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work independently in the field and effectively perform vehicle repairs in remote or off-site environments.

Requirements

  • Familiarity with corporate safety standards and established shop protocols.
  • Flexibility and availability to work all shifts as required.
  • Valid driving record, with the ability and intent to obtain a chauffeur’s license.
  • Confidence and professionalism when communicating with all levels of management, including GM leadership and senior executives.
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance while representing the organization at show venues and external events.
  • Self-motivated individuals with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Education and Training

  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a dealership or automotive shop environment.
  • Associate degree (two-year) in Automotive Technology from an accredited community college, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Journey-level Assembly Inspector or Metal Model Maker experience preferred.

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Ce poste exige le travail en présentiel. Cela signifie que le candidat retenu devra se rendre à un site précis de façon permanente.

Le candidat retenu devra voyager <25 % pour ce poste. 

Ce poste ne donne pas droit à des indemnités de déménagement. Les éventuels frais de déménagement seront à la charge du candidat retenu. 

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