Carlos Gray
Hendrick Motorsports
Lexington,NC
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
NASCAR Xfinity/Oriely's car builder rebuilding 1-2 returning Cup cars per cycle for the next race cycle, with fabrication, chassis setup, tear-down, and reassembly work that keeps race cars ready on tight timelines. Brings practical depth across sheet metal, welding repairs, and race body manufacturing. Complete teardown and clean chassis, prep them to go to body plate, hang suspension install engine assembly to completion to move to set up plate. Organized all time lines to keep the work flow going to stay ahead of time lines organized and cleaned parts and order parts that need replacement. Made sure all back up cars were ready with suspension and gear changes.
Comfortable moving work from customer intake through completion while keeping build quality aligned with fast turnaround demands along with maintaining a clean work environment.
Work History
Mechanic 1
2 Years 2 Months- Completed 5-10 repair tasks per shift while supporting fast-paced race team maintenance needs.
- Inspected chassis components for wear, damage, and fit before installation and race-day use.
- Performed fabrication and welding work to support component repair and part modification needs.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and verified repairs using hands-on troubleshooting methods and shop experience.
- Supported suspension and chassis repair work to maintain vehicle performance and handling consistency.
- Supported shop management by following work priorities and helping coordinate daily repair flow.
- Checked completed repairs for fit, finish, and function before vehicles returned to service.
- Maintained clean work areas and organized tools to support safe, efficient shop operations.
- Communicated repair status clearly with team members to keep work moving between shifts.
- Assisted with inventory control by organizing stock and separating serviceable parts from damaged items.
- Tracked parts usage and submitted ordering needs to keep essential shop materials available.
Chassi fabricator and builder
2 Years 1 Month- Fabricated race chassis components to match specifications, tolerances, and structural requirements.
- Performed MIG and TIG welding on frames, brackets, and reinforcement sections for custom builds.
- Verified alignment, fitment, and structural integrity before releasing completed chassis for installation.
- Read fabrication drawings and translated measurements into accurate cuts, bends, and weld placements.
NASCAR Cup car builder
4 Months- Disassembled returning Cup cars, removing worn parts and clearing each chassis for inspection.
- Prepared reusable components for the next build by cleaning, organizing, and staging parts.
- Reassembled cars to race-ready condition, following team standards for fit, function, and reliability.
Aluminum tig welder and containment seat fabricator
1 Year- Read measurements and adjust aluminum components to achieve precise fit and finish.
- Cut, fit, and assemble seat parts for racing applications using fabrication methods.
- Inspect completed seats for alignment, weld quality, and secure containment before handoff.
Owner and operator
14 Years 2 Months- Handle [number] customer inquiries weekly for repair estimates, service updates, and job scheduling.
- Manage accounting tasks, including billing, expense tracking, and basic business records for the shop.
- Perform general automotive repairs across customer vehicles, drawing on hands-on diagnostics and mechanical knowledge.
- Complete welding repairs on damaged components to restore strength and safe operation.
- Fabricate custom parts from scratch for race car builds, matching fitment to project requirements.
- Build race car bodies and complete sheet metal work for chassis and body restoration projects.
1 Year 11 Months
- Installed front clips, rear clips, and full chassis builds for custom race car projects.
- Fitted sheet metal and installed suspension, brakes, and steering components to support vehicle assembly.
- Performed maintenance and chassis repair on race car systems to keep builds moving through production.
Fabricator/Welder
6 Months- Fabricated drag car components from roll cages through interior tin work, following build specs with consistent accuracy.
- Performed MIG and TIG welding on race car assemblies, joining metal parts for structural strength and finish quality.
- Contributed to complete race car builds by helping design and shape major components from chassis to interior fitment.
Business Owner/Operator
10 Years 6 Months- Performed automotive diagnostics and repair work on customer vehicles with consistent attention to safety and fit.
- Managed customer communication from intake through pickup, explaining repair needs and following up on service updates.
- Fabricated and welded custom components for motorsports and repair projects using shop measurements and specifications.
- Oversaw parts ordering and inventory control to keep common repair items available for active jobs.
Head Technician / Manager
3 Years 7 Months- Performed general repairs on cars and trucks across multiple makes and models.
- Prepared repair estimates by assessing work needed and communicating findings to customers.
- Ordered replacement parts and tracked shop needs to support timely repair completion.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and completed repairs for a wide range of vehicle systems.
1 Year 7 Months
- Diagnosed gas and diesel issues using Automotive diagnostics across all makes and models.
- Performed Automotive repair on brakes, suspension, and oil changes for cars and trucks.
- Provided Customer service by explaining repair needs and updates clearly to vehicle owners.
Owner and Operator
10 Months- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes and coolant flushes, with consistent attention to vehicle condition.
- Repaired brakes, shocks, and struts while completing light front-end work on customer vehicles.
- Owned day-to-day shop operations, balancing repair estimates, parts ordering, and customer communication.
Welder / Fabricator
2 Years 2 Months- Performed welding and fabrication on race car components to support durable, competition-ready builds.
- Repaired Bush car body panels and completed light body work to keep vehicles race-ready.
- Adjusted chassis setups to improve fit and readiness before cars reached the track.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Automotive Engineering
Skills
Welding
Fabrication
Automotive diagnostics
Automotive repair
Chassis repair
Customer service
Auto estimating
Parts ordering
Inventory control
Shop management
Certification
Welding Certification
Personal Information
- Availability: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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