Fabrication Restoration Technician

About Us

The NB Center for American Automotive Heritage is dedicated to preserving American automotive history through the collection, restoration, and sharing of vehicles, knowledge, and craftsmanship. Our campus features a world-class restoration shop (Precision Motor Cars, Inc) and a suite of specialty businesses (The NB Center Services, LLC), including machining, engine building, and gauge restoration, as well as The Service Center, a full-service maintenance and repair shop for vintage cars. The NB Center also houses a curated 200-car collection spanning 1910 to 2017, all situated on a 27-acre, park-like campus.

We are looking for an experienced fabricator with complementary skills in automotive body restoration who is enthusiastic about working on old cars and trucks to join our team. A team player who is hungry for new challenges and an environment where they are allowed to shine as craftspeople. 

 
Position Overview

We have an opening for an experienced individual with specialized experience in metal and wood fabrication as it applies to vintage automobile bodywork.  Candidates must have a working knowledge of automobile bodywork especially as it applies to vintage automobiles. The ability to think outside the box and solve problems at a high level is absolutely essential. 

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, drawings, sketches, photos, and project specifications to understand the design requirements of jobs 

• Select appropriate materials which may include, but not limited to, metal, wood, plastic, or rubber

• Cutting, shaping and forming materials using specialized tools such as hand hammers, shears, drills, grinders, power hammers, and english wheel are required

• Ability to weld and solder using multiple techniques on different materials to a finished level

• Inspecting finished products to ensure they meet the required standards and specifications

• Maintaining and repair shop equipment

• Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on creative solutions 

• Maintain a clean and professional work environment

• Knowledge of CAD, 3D printing, mold making, casting, and machining would be a plus, a willingness to learn these items would also be welcomed. 

Performance Objectives

• Adhere to the core values TNBC/PMC has established to maintain its desired culture

• Accountability for your work and actions

• Responsibility and sound judgment when working with limited direct oversight

• Flexibility and effectiveness in managing work schedules and workflow

• Strategic approach to problem-solving and troubleshooting

• Strive to attain the highest levels of craftsmanship and quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized courses in auto body repair, metal forming, and or welding are a plus

• 3-5 years of direct fabrication experience is required

• Must have experience with power hammers, english wheel, hand forming, and other specialized metal forming skills

• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and gas welding on both steel and aluminum

• Ability to provide your own basic hand tools required for fabrication and assembly work

• Good communication skills

Work Environment

The Precision Motor Cars Inc fabrication shop is part of the larger TNBC campus and is located at 808 N. Fenwick St, Allentown, PA 18109. Hours are typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm                                                                                                                                

Reporting Structure

The fabrication restoration technicians report to the restoration manager. Additionally, provide support to the mechanical and upholstery shop.                                                                       

Physical Requirements

Fabrication restoration technician’s physical condition must be sufficient for the consistent and successful completion of the responsibilities defined for this position. This position frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or even crawling. This position requires lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Ability to operate power tools is required.

Core Values of The NB Center for American Automotive Heritage. 

·       Teamwork: Collaboration is our standard approach.

·       Innovation: If we can't find a solution, we create one.

·       Professionalism: Maintain a clean and neat appearance to represent TNBC with pride.

·       Courtesy: Friendly and respectful interaction with colleagues and the public is essential.

·       Craftsmanship: Always strive for the highest level of quality and precision.