Technician

Overview

Position Summary:

This position provides mechanical support for development testing for prototype and pre-production motorcycles, ATVs, SxS vehicles and Jet Skis, maintenance of test course facilities including MX and off-road courses and buildings, and fabrication and machining skills needed to support testing and development of special prototype units.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs mechanical work during testing including replacing various engine and/or chassis parts as necessary and resolving mechanical issues or problems encountered during testing in a timely manner.
• Completes pre-test preparations of test vehicles, including assembly, changing parts as needed, and torque-checking of all fasteners.
• Oversees endurance tests including daily documentation and reporting of testing, scheduling endurance riders, and making travel arrangements for the endurance testing group.
• Performs endurance riding/driving of ATVs, SxS vehicles and Jet Skis as needed.
• Completes post-test inspections of endurance vehicles, including torque-checking of all fasteners, vehicle disassembly and crack-checking.
• Prepares vehicles and testing parts for shipment after testing is completed.
• Performs maintenance and repairs to test course facilities (buildings, roads, water systems, etc.) including electrical and plumbing work.
• Performs test course maintenance using heavy equipment such a tractors, water trucks and bulldozers to repair and maintain off-road test courses (including MX track maintenance).
• Performs fabrication and assists engineers during prototyping of new products including but not limited to cutting, grinding, metal forming, gas welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, lathe work, mill work, and drill press operation.
• Assists engineers with installation and setup of chassis and engine data acquisition sensors and equipment for vehicle data measurement testing.
• Drives a pick-up truck and trailer to and from the test site and completing DOT required log books or other documentation as needed.
• Maintains valid Driver’s License and DOT Physical Card for driving of commercial vehicles over 10,000 GVWR (CDL not required).
• Oversees the cleanliness and roadworthiness of the trucks and trailers used by the testing group and ensures that maintenance of these vehicles is kept current.
• Maintains a working knowledge of this company’s and competitive product technological and mechanical advances.
• Completes basic shop related duties as needed when not assigned to a specific test.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe working environment in all working areas.
• Orders parts and tools when needed by the group for testing purposes.
• Assists in maintaining the inventory of shop supplies and chemicals.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required; and minimum three years related experience and/or training in a motorsports testing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Professional level mechanic for motorcycles, with off-road racing experience preferred
• Demonstrates a strong knowledge of modern 4-stroke engines and their supporting systems
• Demonstrates the ability to successfully prioritize and organize multiple, competing tasks
• Is extremely detail and deadline oriented
• Brings energy and enthusiasm to group or team efforts
• Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with heavy equipment operation is a plus
• Experience with machine tool operation, fabrication, and welding is preferred
• Has precise attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials with absolute discretion
• Extensive overnight travel is required, typically in excess of 100 nights per year
• Approximately 60% travel is required
• Has solid knowledge and experience working with Microsoft’s Word, Excel and Lotus Notes
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus