Brandon Hester
Blairsville,PA
Summary
I drove for my dads team running asphalt short tracks in kentucky and indiana. EX- Salem Speedway, Anderson Speedway, Speed Drome, Sportsdrome and many others. i started as a mechanic and pit crew for my father then got to get into my first car as a teenager. i raced FWD,Street stocks, Extreme ovals. I helped work on the same listed as well as Outlaw Figure 8 division. I moved to PA in 2020 where i found Marion Center and Lernersville and found love for dirt track racing and gaining friends like Greg Satterlee. The dream would be to get back behind the wheel of a car but cant do that. So i moved my dream to just being a part of another race team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Phoenix Garage LLC
Indiana, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Implemented inventory management procedures to optimize parts availability and reduce delays.
- Coordinated scheduling of service appointments to maximize technician productivity.
- Inspected and assessed vehicle damage to determine repair needs.
- Executed body repairs using welding, sanding, and painting techniques.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
Driver
Hester Motor Sports
Louisville, KY
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Executed race strategies to enhance performance and optimize vehicle handling.
- Coordinated with pit crews to ensure timely and efficient tire changes and repairs.
- Improved race times by consistently refining driving techniques and strategies.
- Optimized vehicle performance through regular maintenance, adjustments, and collaboration with team technicians.
Pit Crew Member
Hester Motor Sports
Louisville, KY
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Operated tools and equipment for tire changes during pit stops to enhance vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rapid fuel refills, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Maintained communication with drivers to assess vehicle needs and optimize race strategy.
- Maintained high safety standards during pit stops, resulting in zero accidents or injuries.
Education
Mechanics
University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima, OH06-2016
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School
Shepherdsville, KY07-2014
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff management
- Customer serviceracing
- Quick decision making
- Leadership qualities
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Engine repair
- Brake systems
- Tire services
Timeline
Supervisor
Phoenix Garage LLC
10.2024 - Current
Driver
Hester Motor Sports
01.2012 - 01.2022
Pit Crew Member
Hester Motor Sports
01.2009 - 01.2022
Mechanics
University of Northwestern Ohio
High School Diploma -
North Bullitt High School