Jeff Bates
Wauseon
Summary
Hardworking Mechanic with over twenty years of experience in stock car and road course racing. Creative in day to day problem solving techniques in car assembly. Highly organized and dedicated team player who enjoys collaborating with my team to achieve success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Spire Motorsports
Concord, NC
01.2022 - Current
- Motor installation, line design and light fabrication.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Mechanic
Chip Ganassi
Concord, NC
11.2006 - 12.2021
- Attention detailed and punctual mechanic who designed brake lines and fan assembly for cars.
- Floating team player who assisted in situations that required problem solving strategy.
Car Chief/Lead Mechanic
Pratt Miller
Milford, OH
06.2003 - 11.2006
- Mechanic specializing in car assembly with carbon Fiber and gear box experience.
- Team leader responsible for race weekend preparation at the track.
Mechanic/Rear Tire Hanger
Roush Racing
Livonia, MI
01.2001 - 06.2003
- Detailed focused front end mechanic and rear tire hanger.
- Responsible for weekend preparation.
- In shop team leader responsible for keeping team members organized and prepared for race weekend.
Paving Crew Member
S.C. Johnson
Maumee, OH
06.1992 - 11.1998
- Utilized various hand tools and power tools to complete paving and tamping operations.
- Inspected work areas before and after operations to determine quality and completion of job.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Operated screws and raked.
Education
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School
Metamora, OH06.1991
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Quality Assurance
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Complex Problem Solving
- Creative
References
Steve Wolfe - 704-400-7447
23XI Racing
Dwayne Biggers - 704-806-0588
Track House Racing
Greg Osborne - 704-996-4679
Spire Motorsports
Timeline
Mechanic
Spire Motorsports
01.2022 - Current
Mechanic
Chip Ganassi
11.2006 - 12.2021
Car Chief/Lead Mechanic
Pratt Miller
06.2003 - 11.2006
Mechanic/Rear Tire Hanger
Roush Racing
01.2001 - 06.2003
Paving Crew Member
S.C. Johnson
06.1992 - 11.1998
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School