JAKE DEPINTO
Concord,NC
Summary
Diligent Racing Mechanic with solid background with NASCAR truck interiors and all around mechanical knowledge, known for ensuring optimal functionality and safety of the race car and that of the driver. Successfully contributed to enhancement of building race ready NASCAR trucks while maintaining strict adherence to NASCAR regulations. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and precision work, consistently delivering high-quality results. Eager to tackle any position that needs to be filled in order to help make the cars race ready.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Mechanic (NASCAR Truck Series)
TRICON Garage
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Performed tasks involving the building and ensuring safety of the interior on the number 5 truck for TRICON garage and our driver.
- Performed various other tasks to build the truck making it race ready. As well as tasks in and around the shop to ensure good working environment.
- Traveled to the track with my team as the interior mechanic, performed various track day tasks involving unloading, technical inspections, practice/qualifying, and race. My main task was to ensure drivers comfort and safety during race day.
Automotive Technician
Mercedes Benz Scottsdale
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Race Car Mechanic (internship)
Scott Lagasse Racing
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: M1 Racecars
- I was very fortunate to be able to help a Trans Am 2 race team in the summer of 2022
- It was a great experience that introduced me to the racing world leading me to NASCAR
Shock Building (internship)
HR Motorsports
06.2022 - 08.2022
- In the summer of 2022 I helped a family friend build and maintain NASCAR shocks for various different Truck Series teams.
- Harry Reed, who has been running his own shock business for over 25 years, took me under his wing to help him and his shock business over the summer of 2022.
- Not only did he teach me about race shocks, he also introduced me to my previous employer, TRICON Garage, and various other race teams in Mooresville and the surrounding areas.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technologies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ03-2024
No Degree - Business Entrepreneurship
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12-2022
High School Diploma -
Cactus Shadow High School
Cave Creek, AZ05.2022
Two Year Student - Automotive Technologies
East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
Mesa, AZ05.2022
Skills
- Driven to work
- Continuous learning attitude
- Work well/get along with coworkers
- Proficient with using hand tools and working with my hands
- Can perform small fabrication tasks
- Team mindset
Hobbies and Interests
- Working out
- Eating healthy
- Reading/writing
- Working on/modifying my own car
- Learning new things
- Being active mentally and physically
- Spirited driving
Timeline
Interior Mechanic (NASCAR Truck Series)
TRICON Garage
04.2024 - 11.2024
Automotive Technician
Mercedes Benz Scottsdale
02.2023 - 03.2024
Race Car Mechanic (internship)
Scott Lagasse Racing
06.2022 - 08.2022
Shock Building (internship)
HR Motorsports
06.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Cactus Shadow High School
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technologies
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
No Degree - Business Entrepreneurship
Arizona State University
Two Year Student - Automotive Technologies
East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)
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