Pit technicians are an integral part of the pit crew for most racing teams. These individuals are responsible for everything that happens in the pit area, including refueling and repairing cars during pit stops. They also make sure tires are correctly inflated, air pressure is right, and maintain a clean pit area. Despite their importance to race teams, there is still plenty of misinformation about pit technicians out there! Here are 3 things you didn’t know about pit technicians:
1) Pit Technicians Make More Money Than Other Crew Members- The average salary for this position was $64 per hour in 2017.
2) Pit Mechanic Jobs Are Hotter Than Ever- There has been an increase of more than 100% in job postings from 2014 to 2018.
3) Pit Technicians Play a Critical Role in Race Strategy- They are responsible for the car’s pit stop, which can make or break a race.
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