Join the Crew

At 1776 Customs, we’re looking for skilled professionals who value precision, craftsmanship, and automotive excellence. Every team member plays a critical role in delivering world-class builds through discipline, accountability, and attention to detail. If you thrive in a team-driven, performance-focused environment, we want to hear from you.

Open Positions

    General Manager / Director of Operations

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Leadership / Operations

    Provides complete leadership and operational oversight for the 1776 Customs facility, managing departments, staffing, production, customer commitments, and financial performance.

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    Production Manager / Shop Foreman

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Operations / Production Leadership

    Directs daily shop floor operations, assigns labor, manages production schedules, and maintains high standards for productivity, safety, and craftsmanship.

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    Quality Control and Final Validation Coordinator

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Quality Control / Inspector

    Inspects and documents work throughout the build, modification, service, and finishing processes to verify standards are met before customer delivery.

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    Engineering and Design Manager / Lead Engineer

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Engineer / Automotive Design

    Leads engineering and technical development of custom vehicles, restomods, performance systems, chassis components, and custom fabricated parts.

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    CAD, Rendering and Digital Fabrication Specialist

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • CAD Drafter / Digital Designer

    Creates 2D/3D CAD models, renderings, 3D scans, and digital fabrication files (CNC, laser, waterjet, 3D printing) for custom builds.

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    Electrical and Systems Integration Specialist

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Automotive Electrical Specialist / Engineer

    Designs and integrates electrical architectures, custom wiring harnesses, EFI systems, instrumentation, lighting, and CAN-based vehicle technology.

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    Custom Build Manager / Senior Project Manager

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Project Manager

    Leads complete custom and restomod builds from intake through delivery, managing scope, budget, schedule, team coordination, and customer communication.

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    Senior Custom Fabricator / Lead Fabricator

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Fabricator / Welder

    Provides technical leadership for metal fabrication operations while performing high-level custom welding, sheet metal shaping, chassis modifications, and exhaust work.

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    Custom Metal Fabricator

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Fabricator / Welder

    Executes custom metalwork, TIG/MIG welding, sheet-metal forming, chassis modifications, and panel fitting for custom automotive builds.

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    Mechanical Assembly and Drivetrain Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Mechanic / Assembly Technician

    Handles disassembly, engine/transmission installation, drivetrain assembly, suspension, brakes, cooling, and custom plumbing on custom builds.

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    Automotive Electrical and Audio Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Automotive Electrician / Audio Installer

    Installs and troubleshoots 12V electrical systems, wiring harnesses, EFI, digital dashes, lighting, audio, and power accessories.

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    Upholstery and Interior Trim Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Automotive Upholsterer / Interior Craftsman

    Crafts and installs custom automotive interiors, including seats, headliners, carpet, door panels, leather/vinyl work, and trim fabrication.

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    Tow Truck Operator / Vehicle Transport Specialist

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Transport Specialist / Driver

    Safely transports custom builds, classic vehicles, and customer cars locally and regionally using flatbed, trailer, or enclosed equipment.

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    Service and Performance Manager / Lead Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Service Manager / Master Technician

    Leads the service and performance department, managing workflow, estimates, and customer resolution while providing senior technical diagnostics.

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    Service Advisor / Writer

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Service Advisor / Customer Service

    Acts as primary customer contact for maintenance, repair, and performance upgrades, handling estimates, repair orders, and project updates.

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    Automotive Service and Diagnostic Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician

    Performs mechanical maintenance, system repairs, and complex troubleshooting on classic, custom, performance, and restomod vehicles.

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    Dyno, Calibration and Performance Tuning Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Dyno Tuner / Calibration Specialist

    Operates 2WD/4WD dynamometers, performs EFI tuning, engine management programming, data logging, and performance validation.

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    Alignment, Suspension and Wheel/Tire Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Alignment & Chassis Technician

    Handles multi-wheel alignments, suspension setup, corner balancing, custom wheel/tire fitment, and chassis tuning for specialty cars.

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    Paint and Body Manager / Lead Painter

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Painter / Body Shop Lead

    Leads the paint and body department, overseeing body restoration, panel alignment, color development, spray booth operations, and show finishes.

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    Restoration and Custom Body Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Auto Body Technician / Restoration Specialist

    Executes body restoration, sheet-metal repair, rust removal, panel replacement, gap alignment, and composite body repairs.

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    Paint Preparation and Refinish Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Paint Prepper / Refinish Technician

    Prepares vehicle bodies and panels for custom refinishing, including block sanding, masking, priming, sealing, and booth prep.

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    Finish, Detail and Surface Protection Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Auto Detailer / Paint Correction Specialist

    Executes wet sanding, paint correction, ceramic coating, interior/exterior detailing, and final vehicle presentation for deliveries and shows.

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    Media Blasting and Surface Preparation Technician

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Surface Prep / Blasting Technician

    Operates wet/dry media blasting equipment to strip paint, rust, and coatings from vehicle bodies, frames, and components safely.

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    Parts, Procurement and Inventory Manager

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Parts Manager / Procurement Specialist

    Leads sourcing, purchasing, vendor negotiation, and inventory control of parts, consumables, and materials for builds and service.

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    Parts, Shipping and Receiving Specialist

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Inventory / Shipping & Receiving

    Receives, inspects, labels, stores, and issues parts and materials, maintaining organized inventory rooms and project staging.

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    Controller and Administration Manager

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Financial Controller / Admin Manager

    Manages overall financial accounting, job costing, work-in-process tracking, office administration, and business controls.

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    Accounting, Payroll and Office Coordinator

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Bookkeeper / Payroll Specialist

    Supports day-to-day bookkeeping, AP/AR, payroll processing, job costing entry, and general office administrative operations.

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    Reception, Scheduling and Customer Care Coordinator

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Receptionist / Administrative Support

    Manages front-office communications, welcomes visitors, schedules appointments, routes phone calls, and updates CRM records.

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    Sales and Business Development Manager

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Sales Manager / Business Development

    Develops business opportunities, qualifies custom build/restomod inquiries, prepares proposals, and manages customer sales pipelines.

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    Marketing and Community Relations Manager

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Marketing Manager / PR Specialist

    Manages brand strategy, social media content, build stories, public relations, trade shows, community outreach, and Pistons for Patriots programs.

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    General Talent Application (Open Submission)

    • Albuquerque, NM
    • Full-time
    • Open Candidate / Multiple Specialties

    Open submission for talented automotive professionals, craftspeople, veterans, transitioning service members, and apprentices.

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Why Work at 1776 Customs

  • Veteran-Owned Culture

    Work in an environment built on discipline, integrity, mission-focused execution, and attention to detail.

  • High-End Builds

    Work on elite custom builds and performance projects that push the boundaries of craftsmanship

  • Professional Growth

    Expand your skills alongside master craftspeople and learn cutting-edge techniques

  • Quality-Driven Team

    Join a team where excellence is expected and every detail matters to the final result

  • STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT

    Employees will have access to some of the best and most advanced professional tools and equipment in the industry.

  • NEW PURPOSE BUILT FACILITY

    Shop is intentionally designed with efficient workflow, modern equipment, safe working conditions, professional organization, and comfortable employee spaces in mind.

  • DISCIPLINED BUILD PROCESS

    Every project is supported by clear scopes of work, schedules, budgets, milestones, documentation, quality reviews, and coordinated project management.

  • BEST IN CLASS BENEFITS

    Elite, first of its kind benefits package in the Southwest for the Custom Automotive Industry.

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