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Professional Drifting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Align holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by drifting drift pins ... Maintain a professional appearance * Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent ...

Ironworker Journeyman

Abernathy, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Align holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by drifting drift pins ... Maintain a professional appearance * Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent ...

Product Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

What you bring * 2+ years of professional full-stack engineering experience; comfort with Python ... work is drifting out of sync * A bias toward pragmatic delivery. You scope before you dive in ...

AI Product Manager

Hanover, MD · On-site

$121K - $278K/yr

Our professional staff is trained to provide world-class services to all types of customers. We ... drifting from useful outcomes. Above all, we want someone with authentic curiosity and passion ...

ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best ... drifting from useful outcomes. Above all, we want someone with authentic curiosity and passion ...

AI Product Manager

Hanover, MD · On-site

$121K - $278K/yr

Our professional staff is trained to provide world-class services to all types of customers. We ... drifting from useful outcomes. Above all, we want someone with authentic curiosity and passion ...

ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best ... drifting from useful outcomes. Above all, we want someone with authentic curiosity and passion ...

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How much do professional drifting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional drifting in the United States is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is professional drifting?

Professional drifting is a motorsport where drivers intentionally oversteer their cars, causing a loss of traction in the rear wheels while maintaining precise control through a series of turns. The goal is to navigate a set course with speed, style, and accuracy, often judged on criteria such as line, angle, and showmanship. Drifting originated in Japan and has grown into an international sport with dedicated competitions, teams, and fans. Professional drifters often modify their cars for optimal performance and participate in events such as Formula Drift and D1 Grand Prix.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional drifter?

To thrive as a Professional Drifter, you need advanced car control, mechanical knowledge, and a strong background in motorsports, often gained through racing experience and specialized driver training. Familiarity with high-performance vehicles, aftermarket automotive parts, and data logging systems is crucial, and some drivers benefit from certifications in performance driving or automotive technology. Exceptional focus, quick decision-making, and strong communication skills help drifters excel in high-pressure competitions and work effectively with teams. These abilities ensure safety, optimal vehicle performance, and consistent results in a highly competitive and dynamic motorsport environment.

What are the most common challenges faced by professional drifters during competitions, and how can they prepare to overcome them?

Professional drifters often face challenges such as adapting to varying track conditions, maintaining vehicle reliability under high stress, and consistently executing precise driving maneuvers under pressure. Preparation involves rigorous practice, collaborating closely with mechanics to fine-tune car setups, and analyzing past performance footage to identify areas for improvement. Building strong communication with the support team and staying physically fit also play crucial roles in managing the demands of competitive drifting.

What is the difference between Professional Drifting vs Motorsport Driver?

AspectProfessional DriftingMotorsport Driver
Required CertificationsDriving licenses, specialized drifting coursesRacing licenses, endurance or circuit racing certifications
Work EnvironmentStreet and track drifting events, exhibitionsRace tracks, circuits, and competitive racing venues
Industry UsageCar tuning shops, drifting competitions, automotive mediaRacing teams, motorsport leagues, professional circuits

Professional Drifting focuses on performing controlled slides and exhibitions, often in street or show environments, requiring specific drifting skills and licenses. Motorsport Drivers participate in organized racing events on circuits, emphasizing speed and endurance. While both roles involve high-performance driving, drifting emphasizes style and control, whereas motorsport racing emphasizes speed and competition.

How do you get into professional drifting?

To become a professional drifter, you should develop strong driving skills through practice and training, often starting with amateur competitions to gain experience. Learning car control, understanding vehicle dynamics, and mastering techniques like clutch kicking and throttle control are essential. Many professionals also pursue certifications or attend drifting schools to improve their skills and build a portfolio for sponsorship and sponsorship opportunities.
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Infographic showing various Professional Drifting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,588 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Ironworker Journeyman

MasTec Industrial

Abernathy, TX • On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 28 days ago


MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 155 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Overview

COMPANY OVERVIEW

MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $2 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Within the CE&I group, the MasTec Industrial sector includes sister companies Casey Industrial, Phoenix Industrial and Wanzek Industrial. This collective industrial group provides a merit shop, multi-craft industrial contractor with the ability to self-perform all major craft trades that ensures greater safety, quality, flexibility, and economy in delivering the work required to complete each project. The collective experience and knowledge of this team provides comprehensive project development, pre-construction planning, and project management with the mastery to successfully manage projects that meet deliverable and budgetary requirements. With every project, we commit to providing the highest levels of quality, safety, and value.

At MasTec Industrial, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent. No matter your role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our success as we deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for raising, placing, and connecting girders, columns, and other structural-steel members to form completed structure or framework.


Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
  • Set up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural-steel members
  • Fasten steel members to cable of hoist using chain, cable or rope
  • Signal worker operating hoisting equipment to lift and place steel member
  • Guide member using tab line (rope) or ride on member in order to guide it into position
  • Pull, push or pry steel members into approximate position while member is supported by hoisting device
  • Force members into final position using turnbuckles, crowbars, jacks and hand tools
  • Align holes in member with corresponding holes in previously placed member by drifting drift pins or handle of wrench through holes
  • Verify vertical and horizontal alignment of members, using plumb bob and level
  • Bolt aligned members to keep them in position until they can be permanently bolted or welded in place 
  • Cut and weld steel members to make alterations, using oxyacetylene welding equipment
  • May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice
  • Maintain a professional appearance
  • Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • NCCER Certification/License (preferred)
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume
  • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
  • Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
  • Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
  • May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
  • Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
  • Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
  • Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
  • May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
  • Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
  • Keep good balance and work at heights.
  • See well (either naturally or with correction).
  • Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
  • Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week.  Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

TRAVEL:

Travel required up to 90%.  Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k, Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Legal Services, Subsistence- based on company policy if residence of record is 60 miles or greater from the project site.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $32 / hour, commensurate with experience

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program

  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • NCCER Certification/License (preferred)
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Ironworker role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
  • When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
  • Set a personal example of safe behavior.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • Add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and ability to perform these operations using units weight measurement and volume
  • Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
  • Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
  • Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
  • May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
  • Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
  • Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
  • Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
  • May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
  • Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
  • Keep good balance and work at heights.
  • See well (either naturally or with correction).
  • Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
  • Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week.  Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

TRAVEL:

Travel required up to 90%.  Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k, Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Legal Services, Subsistence- based on company policy if residence of record is 60 miles or greater from the project site.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

  • Compensation $32 / hour, commensurate with experience

  • Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

  • 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

  • Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

  • Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

  • Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

  • Emergency Travel Assistance Program

  • Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protec...


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